Customer Service Advisor - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

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

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday 25 days

Bonus 7%

Pension 11%

Healthcare

My Benefits

Job summary

Yorkshire Building Society in Oxford is seeking a Customer Service Advisor to join our Branch Network. You will build relationships with members, help them find the right products, and support accounts across in-branch, over the phone, and online channels.

You will focus on doing what is best for members, with no sales pressure, while benefiting from flexible working options, a comprehensive induction and training plan, and a culture that values inclusivity and personal development.

Qualifications

• No banking background required; focus on mindset and values.
• Ability to build relationships with members and colleagues.
• Comfort with using digital tools and learning new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships with members and help them find products and services.
• Communicate confidently across in-branch, phone, and online channels to support accounts.
• Prioritize doing whats right for members, without pressure from sales targets.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Empathy

Growth mindset

Digital tools

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 Oxford Branch.

"Oxford Branch is looking forward to welcoming someone new to our small team to share our passion for delivering exceptional customer service and growing our business. As well as helping our customers in branch and over the telephone we have the opportunity to support our local community by delivering financial education sessions for children and adults.

Personal development is actively supported, and we encourage you to seek further opportunities to build your skills and capabilities. The role is varied with no two days the same, so there is the opportunity to learn something new every day.

We are located on the High Street and are in close proximity to shops, restaurants, and cafes. We are a short walk away from the train station, and close to bus stops.

"You will have opportunities to network with others and you may be required to cover other branches in the South Coast area."

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

Please note:

If successful in the role, you may be issued a refreshed contract. If you’d like to talk to us about this and any impact there may be on your current benefits get in touch.