Executive Funeral Director & Team Leader

The Trust; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A funeral service provider in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a compassionate Senior Funeral Director to lead arrangements and manage a team dedicated to client satisfaction. You will uphold operational standards, ensure adherence to regulations, and support continuous improvement. Responsibilities include overseeing funeral operations and participating in out-of-hours support. This role offers professional development opportunities, health benefits, and a generous leave entitlement.

Benefits

Professional development

Bonus potential

Private medical cover

Life assurance cover

Health & wellbeing programme

Holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading teams in the funeral industry.
• Strong understanding of client needs and operational procedures.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and comply with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee funeral arrangements and ensure respect and compliance.
• Lead team performance, development, and scheduling.
• Participate in on-call duties to support families.

Skills

Team leadership

Empathy

Operational efficiency

Client satisfaction

Flexibility

Job description

A funeral service provider in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a compassionate Senior Funeral Director to lead arrangements and manage a team dedicated to client satisfaction. You will uphold operational standards, ensure adherence to regulations, and support continuous improvement. Responsibilities include overseeing funeral operations and participating in out-of-hours support. This role offers professional development opportunities, health benefits, and a generous leave entitlement.