Customer Service Advisor - Outbound Claims Support

The AA; Royal Tunbridge Wells; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The AA is seeking a Customer Service Advisor to join the front-line claims team in Tunbridge Wells on a hybrid basis (3 days in the office). The role runs 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm, with a PAYE rate of £12.73 per hour.

Start date is 19 October 2026 for an initial 6-month contract with a view to permanency, subject to performance. As part of a fast-paced, supportive environment, you’ll guide customers through their claim journey, staying informed and delivering the

Qualifications

• Previous customer service experience, ideally within a call centre or telephony environment.
• A proactive approach—someone who takes initiative and doesn’t wait to be told what to do.
• Good written English for case notes and internal communications.
• Strong communication skills and professional demeanour on the phone.
• The ability to remain calm and empathetic when dealing with frustrated customers.

Responsibilities

• Make outbound calls to customers, third parties, repairers, and other stakeholders to progress claims efficiently
• Gather key information, assess claim circumstances, and use your judgement to determine the best course of action
• Continuously build your knowledge of our products, services, and claims processes to support diverse customer needs
• Use available tools and resources to deliver the best possible outcomes
• Manage your workload effectively, staying organised and focused while maintaining consistent, high-quality service

Skills

Customer service experience

Proactive approach

Written English

Communication skills

Empathy

Job description

CUSTOMER SERVICE ADVISOR - CCU/OUTBOUND CLAIMS SUPPORT

Location: Tunbridge Wells
Workstyle: Hybrid (3 days per week in the office)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm
Rate: £12.73 per hour via PAYE
Start Date: 19th October 2026
Contract: Initially 6 months with a view to permanent, subject to performance meeting expected levels

ABOUT THE ROLE

Do you get a kick out of solving problems? Are you energized by speaking to customers? We're looking for a Customer Service Advisor to join our front-line claims team and help us deliver a seamless experience to customers when they need it most.

You’ll develop strong expertise in our claims processes and services, becoming someone customers can rely on following an incident. Through proactive outbound contact, you’ll guide customers through their claim journey, keeping them informed and ensuring they receive the right support at the right time.

Working in a fast-paced, supportive environment, you’ll help deliver the level of service our customers expect from the AA. Some conversations may be complex or involve customers who are upset or frustrated-but that’s where teamwork shines. Our colleagues support each other through challenging situations to achieve the best outcomes for our customers.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Make outbound calls to customers, third parties, repairers, and other stakeholders to progress claims efficiently
• Gather key information, assess claim circumstances, and use your judgement to determine the best course of action
• Continuously build your knowledge of our products, services, and claims processes to support diverse customer needs
• Use available tools and resources to deliver the best possible outcomes
• Manage your workload effectively, staying organised and focused while maintaining consistent, high-quality service

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for someone with:

• Previous customer service experience, ideally within a call centre or telephony environment
• A proactive approach-someone who takes initiative and doesn’t wait to be told what to do
• Good written English for case notes and internal communications
• Strong communication skills and professional demeanour on the phone-your communication style is key to creating a great customer experience
• The ability to remain calm and empathetic when dealing with frustrated customers

IMPORTANT NOTE

Please note: if you have annual leave within the first 4 weeks of employment, your application may not be automatically progressed.