Customer Service Specalist

Adecco; Braintree; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Customer Service Specialist for a temporary role in Braintree. The ideal candidate has strong problem-solving skills and will handle complaints in the housing sector. Responsibilities include managing complaints, engaging with customers, and collaborating with the team to improve service delivery. This role offers hybrid working options and competitive hourly pay at £18.53.

Benefits

Flexible Hybrid Working

Casual Fridays

Employee Discounts

Professional Development

Supportive Team Environment

Qualifications

• Must be enthusiastic about enhancing customer experiences.
• Experience in a customer service role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the Housing Ombudsman's Complaint Handling Code.
• Engage with customers through surveys and social media.
• Collaborate with the Customer Experience Team.
• Oversee the complaints process from start to resolution.
• Craft high-quality response letters.
• Maintain accurate records of complaints and resolutions.
• Conduct interviews and surveys to gather feedback.
• Report on complaints and track Key Performance Indicators.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer engagement

Complaint resolution

Communication skills

Job description

Customer Service Specialist - Housing sector

Temporary role - December 2025-March 2026

£18.53 per hour

37 hours week

Initial 3 days in the office for training, hybrid options available.

Braintree

Benefits & Perks

• Enjoy the flexibility of Hybrid Working: Balance your time between home and our vibrant office.
• Casual Fridays: Dress down and unwind as you wrap up the week!
• Employee Discounts: Take advantage of exclusive discounts that make your payslip go further.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and growth to advance your career.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative team dedicated to excellence in customer service.

Are you a customer service superstar with a knack for problem-solving? We are seeking a Customer Service Specialist to join our team temporarily from December till March 2026.

Responsibilities

• Investigating and Resolving Complaints: Adhere to the Housing Ombudsman's Complaint Handling Code to ensure a fair process for all complaints.
• Monitoring Feedback: Engage with customers through surveys and social media to gather insights and address concerns proactively.
• Identifying Improvement Opportunities: Collaborate with the Customer Experience Team to enhance service delivery by analysing recurring issues.
• Managing the Complaints Process: Oversee the entire life cycle of complaints, from initial contact to resolution, ensuring a smooth and satisfactory experience for customers.
• Creating Resolution Communications: Craft high-quality response letters that effectively address customer concerns.
• Documenting Outcomes: Maintain accurate records of complaints and resolutions, ensuring adherence to policies and identification of learning points.
• Research and Insights: Conduct interviews and surveys to gather customer feedback and inform service improvements.
• Reporting and Analysis: Collaborate with teams to report on complaints, track Key Performance Indicators, and share learnings with the wider organisation.

If you are enthusiastic about enhancing customer experiences and have a knack for resolving issues, we want to hear from you! Join us in making a difference in the housing industry and help us provide exceptional service to our valued customers. Apply today!

Equal Opportunity

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