Customer Service Advisor

UBT; Reading; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management specialist in Reading is seeking a Customer Service Advisor to handle inbound and outbound customer calls. The ideal candidate will have exceptional phone communication skills, a strong customer service background, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role offers a salary range of £27,000 - £30,000 per annum plus bonuses in a modern support-focused work environment.

Benefits

21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Modern sit-stand desks

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a high-volume phone-based role.
• Confidence in problem-solving and providing solutions.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-volume inbound customer calls professionally.
• Make outbound calls to follow up with prospective tenants.
• Provide excellent telephone customer service.
• Maintain and update online property advertisements.

Skills

Exceptional telephone manner

Strong customer service skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Active listening skills

Job description

Location: Reading, RG2 0NH

Employment Type: Full-time, Office-based

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 per annum + bonuses

Benefits: 21 days holiday + bank holidays, modern sit‑stand desks, newly refurbished offices, and career progression in a growing business.

About The Company

A well‑established and growing specialist in property management and lettings, this company is a market leader in lock‑up garage asset management across London and Southern England. With a strong reputation for quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, they offer an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding team. The company prides itself on a professional yet friendly working environment, where everyone is valued, supported, and maintains a sense of humour! The culture values straightforward communication, mutual respect, and a focus on getting things done.

The Role

This is primarily a phone‑based customer service role. As a Customer Service Advisor, you will spend the majority of your day speaking with customers, serving as their main point of contact and building positive relationships through excellent telephone communication.

You will handle approximately 30‑60 inbound calls daily, responding to letting inquiries, taking payments, and providing helpful guidance. You'll also make outbound calls to follow up on inquiries, chase overdue payments, and coordinate with tenants regarding planned maintenance works.

If you genuinely enjoy talking to people on the phone and find satisfaction in helping customers solve their problems, this role is ideal for you.

In addition to your primary phone duties, you will provide administrative support including sending keys to customers and contractors, replying to email enquiries, processing data entry, and handling email correspondence.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle high-volume inbound customer calls professionally and efficiently (around 30‑60 calls per day)
• Make outbound calls to follow up with prospective tenants, chase overdue payments, and coordinate maintenance schedules
• Provide excellent telephone customer service, responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and offering helpful solutions
• Maintain and update online property advertisements
• Follow up with prospective tenants and manage waiting lists
• Process data entry, update records, and manage email correspondence
• Coordinate key dispatch to customers and contractors
• Assist with general office administration

Requirements

We're looking for someone who thrives on phone communication and genuinely enjoys helping people. The ideal candidate will have:

Essential

• Exceptional telephone manner and communication skills – you must be confident, articulate, and personable on the phone
• A genuine passion for speaking with and helping customers via telephone
• Proven experience in a high‑volume phone‑based role (contact centre, call centre, or customer service environment)
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to handle challenging conversations professionally
• Active listening skills and patience when dealing with varied customer needs
• Confidence in problem‑solving and providing solutions during phone conversations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Excellent attention to detail and time management
• A team‑oriented and adaptable approach

Desirable: Background in outbound calling or payment collections

Benefits

• £27,000 - £30,000 per annum + bonuses
• Join a growing, forward‑thinking company with career progression opportunities
• Work in a modern environment with ergonomic sit‑stand desks
• Be part of a supportive and friendly team culture that values communication and collaboration
• Develop your customer service skills in a varied role with diverse responsibilities

If you're an excellent communicator who loves talking to people on the phone and finds genuine satisfaction in helping customers, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to take the next step in your career!