Customer Service Adviser - 6 month Fixed Term Contract

Harrods Careers; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury department store in Cheltenham is seeking a Customer Service Adviser for a 6-month Fixed Term Contract. The role involves delivering exceptional service to customers, resolving queries, and working collaboratively to enhance customer loyalty. Ideal candidates will be passionate about customer service and demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills. The position offers valuable experience within a renowned brand.

Qualifications

• Passionate about customer service with a friendly demeanor.
• Strong communication and organization skills are essential.
• Resilient and adaptable, with a team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high levels of service to customers in a fast-paced environment.
• Resolve customer issues and queries effectively.
• Support customer needs throughout their shopping journey.

Skills

Strong listening skills

Problem solving

Collaborative nature

High standard English

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Job description

Customer Service Adviser - 6 month Fixed Term Contract

Our Customer Service Advisers deliver the highest levels of service to customers who expect the very best, in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. This role is offered as a six month Fixed Term Contract, giving you the chance to gain valuable experience with an iconic brand.

As an ambassador for Harrods, you will be at the very heart of our business, helping our customers by resolving incidents, protecting our reputation, and gaining genuine expertise in your chosen department.

Whether you’re a recent school, college or university leaver, or you’re looking to restart your career in an exciting new field, at Harrods we firmly believe in offering exciting career opportunities.

About The Role

You will be part of our in store Customer Service team who are based on the 3rd floor of our iconic Harrods building. Their mission is to be a world-class, service‑focused team that delivers a bespoke experience for every customer, surprising and delighting them and increasing their loyalty to Harrods.

Everything the team does is about supporting seamlessly the customer's needs at any given point during their multi‑channel journey to ensure we keep exceeding their expectations and keep reflecting our luxury brand. In‑person help is provided by a team of specialists, working together and going the extra mile to deliver an exceptional experience for every visitor shopping with Harrods.

About You

The key thing is that you are passionate about customer service! With your friendly and welcoming manner, you are able to confidently resolve issues or queries that customers raise with you. You are a team player who takes initiative and strives to exceed customers’ expectations.

You will also:

• Be self‑motivated and organised, with strong listening skills.
• Be able to speak English to a high standard, with the ability to liaise with various departments and have good communication skills.
• Be resilient and adaptable to your audience and environment, believing that anything is possible.
• Be a problem solver, asking questions and listening effectively.
• Be collaborative in your nature, and thrive as part of a team, building relationships with colleagues and customers alike.
• Display knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

About Us

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought‑after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.

Our Promise To You

Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business.

Uniquely You

Whilst our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you can demonstrate the majority of skills and strong experience to thrive in this role, we would encourage you to apply.

At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

If you want to know more about our people and our culture, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, Facebook or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods

Additional Information

Time Type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Department: Customer Service Team KB (Halil Halil)