ABOUT US - FAMILY RUN, FAMILY VALUES
Anderson Maguire, the Independent Family Funeral Directors is one of Scotland’s leading funeral companies. As winners of many awards and public accolades, we pride ourselves on the consistently high level of compassionate care we offer to the increasing number of bereaved families who seek our assistance in their time of need. We place great emphasis on personal and bespoke service. Meeting the needs and exceeding the expectations of our discerning families requires a high level of dedication and caring professionalism from our people.
Due to the on-going development and growth of our company means that we must now seek to recruit a new Full-Time Funeral Arranger to support our team of funeral directors in our day to day operations.
THE ROLE - PART TIME FUNERAL ARRANGER
Basic Salary: £12,645
Role profile
As a Funeral Arranger within Anderson Maguire, you will work as part of our front line branch office staff, directly contributing to the efficient performance of our business and delivering an extremely high quality of service to all our clients. Your ability to develop and cultivate relationships with clients, organisations and affinity partners will be of paramount importance.
We place great emphasis on personal and bespoke service. Meeting the needs and exceeding the expectations of our discerning families requires a high level of dedication and caring professionalism from our people.
Outstanding communication skills, efficient time management and an expert in attention to detail are essential criteria.
Working each alternative Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm, although due to the nature of the job, sometimes as part of your role, you may be required to work additional hours over and above your normal working week to assist the needs of the business and clients.
Successful applicants will preferably reside in Glasgow, and be well known and involved within their local community.
Minimum Required Experience & Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience of working in an Administration / Reception / Event Planning role or Funeral Service Administration background.
- Higher qualifications or equivalent in English and Maths/Arithmetic.
- Proficient in IT - Microsoft Office products including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Experience in Project Management Software is desirable.
Essential Criteria & Required Skills
- Must be a kind, caring and compassionate person.
- Excellent written English and spelling are essential in this role.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Immaculate attention to detail and drive to ensure faultless client care.
- Excellent team work and people skills.
- Outstanding organisational skills, the ability to work to tight deadlines and cope under pressure.
- High standard of appearance and personal presentation.
We offer a competitive salary starting at £12,645 with access to commissions, a generous holiday allowance, employee benefits including pension contributions and a company Profit Share Scheme.
*As part of your application, in no less than 300 words, please detail what skills and abilities you possess to succeed as a funeral arranger with Anderson Maguire*
Due to the volume of applicants, only candidates who are selected for progression to the next stage of the selection process will be contacted.
Pay: From £12,645.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- As part of your application, in no less than 300 words, please detail what skills and abilities you possess, to ensure you will succeed as a funeral arranger with Anderson Maguire.
Experience:
- Funeral Arranging: 2 years (preferred)
- Face to Face Customer Service: 2 years (required)
- Administrative: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
