Funeral Co-ordinator: Local Impact & Community Support

East of England Cooperative

Needham Market

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 27,000

Full time

13 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay
Food discount
22 days holiday
Family leave
Training programmes
Retail discounts
Financial wellbeing
Cycle to Work
Rental Deposit
SmartTech
Recognition scheme
Long service awards
Free remote GP

Job summary

East of England Co-op Funeral Services in Needham Market is seeking a Funeral Co-ordinator to act as the main contact for clients and families. You will advise on funeral services, pre-payment plans, masonry and related services, coordinating with funeral directors and third parties to fulfil client wishes.

The role emphasises empathy, professionalism, and strong administration skills while engaging with local communities and supporting local projects.

Qualifications

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Empathetic and professional approach.
  • Previous administration experience.
  • IT literacy and competent in common software.
  • Ability to organise and prioritise own workload.
  • Attention to detail in all tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Provide a professional service to clients, advising on funeral services, pre-payment plans, masonry and ancillary services.
  • Coordinate funeral services with Funeral Director and third parties to meet client wishes.
  • Complete all administration tasks including financial and statutory procedures.
  • Provide information about after-care services and bereavement support.
  • Ensure the branch meets high standards of service and regulatory compliance.
  • Coordinate and support chapel visits and engage with the local community.

Skills

Great communication
Empathetic
Administration experience
IT literacy
Organise & prioritise
Attention to detail
Lone-working
Local area knowledge
Travel flexibility

Job description

East of England Co-op Funeral Services in Needham Market is seeking a Funeral Co-ordinator to act as the main contact for clients and families. You will advise on funeral services, pre-payment plans, masonry and related services, coordinating with funeral directors and third parties to fulfil client wishes.

The role emphasises empathy, professionalism, and strong administration skills while engaging with local communities and supporting local projects.

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