Compassionate Funeral Director | Lead Services & Aftercare

Life Services Group; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave up to 25 days

Bonus £300–£500

Pension 4% matching

Life assurance 2x salary

On-site parking

Job summary

Asian Funeral Directors, Leicester, seeks an experienced Funeral Director to oversee funeral operations, guiding families from initial meeting through to the funeral and aftercare. You will ensure services are delivered to the highest standard and build trusted community relationships in Leicester.

The role requires expertise in funeral processes, regulatory compliance, care of the deceased, and respectful engagement with diverse cultural and religious needs.

Qualifications

• Fluent English and one of Punjabi/Gurmukhi/Gujarati/Hindi is essential.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.
• Experience leading funerals and guiding families through the service.
• Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead funeral services with professionalism and attention to detail.
• Run pre-funeral briefings to ensure clarity and coordination.
• Consult with families to explore options and provide guidance.
• Coordinate with arrangers, funeral directors and care teams; manage diaries and records.
• Assist with coffin preparation, handling of the deceased and chapel duties as required.
• Mentor junior staff and participate in training and development.
• Build relationships with care homes, celebrants and local communities.

Skills

Fluent English

Punjabi/Gurmukhi/Gujarati/Hindi

Full UK Driving Licence

Communication skills

Leadership

Calm under pressure

Job description

Asian Funeral Directors, Leicester, seeks an experienced Funeral Director to oversee funeral operations, guiding families from initial meeting through to the funeral and aftercare. You will ensure services are delivered to the highest standard and build trusted community relationships in Leicester.

The role requires expertise in funeral processes, regulatory compliance, care of the deceased, and respectful engagement with diverse cultural and religious needs.