Customer Service Advisor

Yorkshire Building Society; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday 25 days + Bank Holidays

On-target bonus 7% of eligible pay (up

Job summary

Yorkshire Building Society is seeking a Customer Service Advisor for our Huddersfield Branch. You’ll help members with accounts, explain products and services, and build lasting relationships across branches and channels.

You don’t need prior financial services experience; what matters is your mindset, empathy and a genuine wish to put members first. We offer flexible working options, comprehensive induction and ongoing development to grow with the team.

Qualifications

• No prior financial services experience required; mindset and values matter.
• Openness to flexible working and development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships with members to help them find suitable products and services.
• Communicate confidently across multiple channels (branch, phone, online).
• Prioritize members' needs and avoid sales-pressure tactics.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Job description

If you enjoy connecting with people and making a difference, a career in Customer Service within our Branch Network could be a fantastic opportunity for you. As one of the largest and most impactful teams at YBS, our Branch Network plays a vital role in shaping the success of our organisation. We’re always looking for ways to enhance the customer experience, improve efficiency, and explore new ideas. And as we embark on an exciting digital transformation, the future is full of possibilities—for us and for you.

About the Role

As a Customer Service Advisor, you’ll:

• Build meaningful relationships with our members and help them find the right products and services to support their goals—whether that’s saving for a special trip, buying a first home, or planning for the future.
• Communicate confidently across multiple channels, including in branch, over the phone, and online, to support members with their accounts.
• Focus on doing what’s right for our members without the pressure of sales targets.

Each YBS branch has its own unique character and strengths, making every location a special place to work. Here’s what the hiring manager says about our Huddersfield Branch.

“Our branch is in the centre of Huddersfield, transport into Huddersfield is great with bus and train links alongside a close proximity to the M62 motorway. For those who wish to drive there are car parks within a 5 minute walk to the branch and cost around £4 for the day.

Huddersfield is a branch like no other, not just because it’s one of the largest branches in the network but it’s an amazing place to work. It’s a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same alongside a team that have a willingness to go that extra step to make it successful. It provides a great opportunity for any individual to learn great skills and have a platform to grow.

We are a large team of colleagues, 22 in total, made up of a Branch Manager, 2 Assistant Branch Managers and 19 Customer consultants. We have a real mixture of colleague experience ranging from 20 years plus to just a couple of months all with the right level of knowledge and capability to deal with our large customer base.

About You

You don’t need a background in financial services or years of customer service experience. What matters most is your mindset and values. We’re looking for someone who:

• Is motivated to go the extra mile for colleagues and members, contributing to shared goals.
• Thrives in dynamic environments and embraces change with curiosity and positivity.
• Values diversity and understands the importance of different perspectives, experiences, and skills.
• Shows empathy and emotional intelligence, creating a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for everyone.
• Builds strong, respectful relationships with members and teammates.
• Has a growth mindset and is eager to learn through our training and development opportunities.
• Is confident using digital tools and open to learning new technologies.
• Is committed to personal development and staying future-ready.

About Us

At YBS we don’t have shareholders, we have members. We care about people and that includes you. So here, you’ll be respected for who you are, you’ll be able to bring your whole self to work, and you’ll have everything you need to build a long and rewarding career.

Flexibility.

We offer a range of flexible working options without unsocial hours, which can help you find a healthy work-life balance. Whether it’s finishing early for an appointment or fitting your studies and hobbies in around your working hours, we can help make it work for you. We’re happy to talk flexible working and you can reach out to us anytime during the recruitment process to discuss this.

Development.

We want you to feel challenged here. Whatever your ambitions, we’re committed to helping you develop your skills and move ahead in your career journey. From day one, we’ll set you up for success with a brilliant induction and full training plan, all designed to get you up to speed quickly.

Inclusivity.

We’re passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome and able to be themselves. If you’ll go the extra mile to help our members, you’ll fit right in and feel you belong here.

About our Benefits

We offer lots of fantastic rewards that you can make the most of in and out of work, including:

• Holiday. You’ll get 25 days plus Bank Holidays, as well as the option to buy up to a further 5 days.
• Bonus. At YBS we work collaboratively and share in our success together, so when we reach our goals were all rewarded with an on target bonus of 7% of eligible pay (with the opportunity to earn up to a maximum 15%).
• Pension. We know how important it is to save towards the future, that’s why we’ll contribute up 11% into your YBS pension.
• Healthcare. Health and wellbeing are an important part of life at YBS, when you join us you’ll have access to a range of health benefits to suit your life including private medical insurance, dental and healthcare plans.
• My Benefits. When you join YBS you’ll have access to our self-service benefits portal, where you can access a range of retail, hospitality and health discounts