Funeral Arranger (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in the funeral industry is seeking a part-time Funeral Arranger to join their team in Edinburgh. The role involves supporting clients and ensuring a respectful service to families. Full training is provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Attractive benefits include salary, discounts, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

30% off Co-op branded products

10% off other brands in stores

23 days holidays (pro-rata)

Pension with up to 10% employer contributions

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• High levels of empathy, discretion, and care.
• Excellent communication and administrative skills.
• Passion for delivering great service.

Responsibilities

• Support clients by organizing family visits and answering guest questions.
• Build positive relationships in the local community.
• Assist with manual handling of coffins and the deceased.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Empathy

Job description

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

Closing date: 11-06-2025

Funeral Arranger £12.62 per hour plus benefits. Part time, 18.75 hours per week, working Wednesday afternoons and all day Thursday and Friday. Location: 102 High Street, Nailsea, BS19 1AH.
No experience needed. You can apply for this job on your mobile in a few simple steps – no CV needed. Join our friendly team and help families say the perfect goodbye to loved ones. We provide full training and ongoing support, so no previous experience is necessary. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension scheme, and discounts on Co-op products and services. Find the kind of job satisfaction you didn’t think was possible. Apply today.
What you’ll do • Support clients by organizing family visits and answering guest questions as a ‘non-certified’ funeral arranger.
• Refer all regulated work, like selling and advising on funeral plans, to a ‘certified colleague’.
• Build positive relationships in the local community.
• Support the funeral home operations, sometimes as the only staff member in branch.
• Assist with manual handling of coffins and the deceased.
This role would suit people who have
• A passion for delivering great service and building relationships.
• Excellent communication and administrative skills, with strong attention to detail.
• High levels of empathy, discretion, and care.
Why Co-op?
You’ll receive a benefits package including:
• 30% off Co-op branded products in our stores all year-round.
• 10% off other brands in our stores.
• Discounts on other Co-op products and services.
• 23 days holidays (pro-rata, increasing with service).
• Pension with up to 10% employer contributions.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme, virtual GP, and free eye tests.
• Opportunities for career development, including apprenticeships.
• Supportive team environment and community impact.
• Access to Wagestream, a money management app that provides early access to earned wages.
Building an inclusive work environment
We actively promote diversity and welcome applications from everyone. We aim to create inclusive workplaces where colleagues can reach their full potential. We support reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities and participate in the Disability Confident scheme. When applying, you’ll be asked if you'd like to be considered under this scheme. We conduct background checks, including DBS, media checks, and health assessments, and review social media activity. Offers are conditional upon successful screening.