Memorial Consultant (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in North Yorkshire is hiring a Funeral Arranger on a part-time basis. This role involves supporting clients in a compassionate environment and requires no prior experience, with full training provided. Enjoy various perks including discounts and a pension scheme in a supportive team.

Benefits

30% off Co-op branded products

10% off other brands

23 days holidays (pro-rata)

Pension with up to 10% employer contributions

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities including apprenticeships

Qualifications

• No experience needed, full training provided.
• Passion for delivering great service and building relationships.
• High levels of empathy, discretion, and care.

Responsibilities

• Support clients by organising family visits and answering guest questions.
• Assist with manual handling of coffins and the deceased.
• Ensure regulated work is referred to a certified colleague.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

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Memorial Consultant (Hiring Immediately), North Yorkshire

Client: Co-op

Location: Thirsk, YO7 1LB

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 10.06.2025

Expiry Date: 25.07.2025

Job Description:

Closing date: 09-06-2025

Funeral Arranger

£12.62 per hour plus benefits

Part-time, 18.75 hours per week, Monday - Tuesday 9am to 5pm, Wednesday 9am to 12.45pm

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 job satisfaction you didn’t think was possible. Apply today.

What you’ll do

• Support clients by organising family visits and answering guest questions as a ‘non-certified’ funeral arranger
• Ensure regulated work, like selling and advising on funeral plans, is referred to a ‘certified colleague’
• Build positive relationships in the local community
• Support the funeral home, sometimes being the only one 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 admin skills with strong attention to detail
• High levels of empathy, discretion, and care

Why Co-op?

• 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round
• 10% off other brands in our food stores
• Discounts on other Co-op products and services
• 23 days holidays (pro-rata, rising with service)
• Pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme, virtual GP, and free eye tests
• Career development opportunities including apprenticeships
• Supportive team environment and making a difference in your community
• Access to Wagestream for pay access

At Co-op, we’re proud to do things differently. As a large co-operative owned by members, community is central to our mission. Since 1844, we’ve aimed to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.

Building an inclusive work environment

We actively build diverse teams and welcome applications from everyone. We aim for inclusive work environments where colleagues have equal opportunities. We celebrate differences and ensure our teams reflect the communities we serve. We can make reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities and are part of the Disability Confident scheme. When applying, you’ll be asked if you'd like to be considered under this scheme.

As part of your application, you’ll complete an online assessment (~20 minutes). Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment checks, including DBS, adverse media, occupational health, and social media screening. Employment offers are conditional upon completing these checks.