Funeral Service Lead — Empathy, Ceremonies & Branch Ops

Life Services Group

Taunton

Hybrid

GBP 24,000 - 29,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave
Yearly bonus £300–£500
Funeral Plan Commission up to £2,000 O
4% matched pension
Life assurance 2x salary
MyStaffShop discounts
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Training & apprenticeships
Free on‑site parking

Job summary

Nigel K Ford Funeral Directors in Taunton seeks a Funeral Service Specialist (Level One) to lead daily branch operations, guide families through arrangements and support ceremonial duties when needed. The role includes developing local relationships and promoting funeral plans, with full training provided.

The position offers empathetic customer service, organizational duties and potential weekend on‑call work, aligned with UK end‑of‑life services. A full UK driving licence is desirable.

Qualifications

  • Experience in customer service or admin is beneficial (full training provided).
  • Full UK Driving Licence desirable (not essential).
  • Willing to work weekends/on‑call if needed.

Responsibilities

  • Guide families through funeral arrangements with care and clarity.
  • Arrange funerals meeting family wishes and legal requirements.
  • Oversee day‑to‑day branch operations, including administration and presentation.
  • Build relationships with suppliers, care homes, ministers, celebrants and florists.
  • Lead chapel visits as required and support ceremonial duties.
  • Raise awareness of funeral plans and contribute to plan sales.
  • Train in Funeral Conducting to assist with ceremonial duties during peak times.

Skills

Empathy
Customer service
Communication
Admin
PC literacy
Driving licence

Tools

Microsoft Office
Outlook
Internal systems

Job description

Nigel K Ford Funeral Directors in Taunton seeks a Funeral Service Specialist (Level One) to lead daily branch operations, guide families through arrangements and support ceremonial duties when needed. The role includes developing local relationships and promoting funeral plans, with full training provided.

The position offers empathetic customer service, organizational duties and potential weekend on‑call work, aligned with UK end‑of‑life services. A full UK driving licence is desirable.

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