Funeral Director
38.33 hours per week
Location: Oliver and James, Botley and Abingdon
Salary: £28,920.75 per annum (£14.51 per hour)
Join us in ensuring every goodbye is dignified and meaningful.
Our Funeral Director’s represent our Funeral Brands and Company. They’re a pillar of their local communities providing compassionate support to bereaved families as well as managing the logistical aspects of funeral arrangements. This rewarding role requires a balance of empathy with resilience, care, professionalism and leadership to maintain the high standards for which Dignity is known.
Responsibilities:
1. Managing a diverse array of responsibilities, encompassing branch administration, funeral arrangements, care of the deceased, and community outreach.
2. Operationally support the on-call rota in branches, taking first calls and promptly mobilising ambulance teams to bring the deceased into our care.
3. Leading on any funerals conducted by the Brand which includes route planning, coordinating Funeral Operatives, overseeing the final checks, and fulfilling duties such as bearing or driving the hearse and limousine.
4. Working closely with our clients to arrange funerals, planning every personalised detail and offering the full range of services and products that fully address the needs of our clients.
5. Actively engaging with the local community by participating in events hosted by our Brand, such as MacMillan Coffee Mornings and Remembrance Day Services.
6. Being mobile and flexible to work across different locations in the local area based on operational needs.
Qualifications:
1. Demonstrates prior supervisory/team leader experience, and can motivate others effectively.
2. Holds a Full UK Manual Driving License.
3. Exhibits exceptional communication and administrative abilities, coupled with meticulous attention to detail.
4. Displays emotional intelligence and a genuine dedication to delivering empathetic customer care.
5. Proactively supports colleagues, offering confident guidance and fostering a culture of shared success.
6. Upholds a reputation for reliability, professionalism, and personal presentation.
7. Takes pride in active involvement within their community.
What we provide to you:
1. Annual salary of £28,920.75.
2. 22-25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays.
3. Pension Scheme.
4. Life Assurance X2.
5. Free On-Site/Street Parking.
6. Free Uniform Provided (Incl. Dry Cleaning).
7. Access to our internal apprentice & personal development schemes.
We wouldn’t be able to provide this integral service without our people. If you’d like to join a compassionate team dedicated to providing dignified farewells and supporting families during their most challenging times – We want to hear from you!
To join us in this role, simply hit the 'apply' button to submit your application and a member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch!
FCA Statement:
Please note that this role is subject to meeting regulatory requirements. As an FCA-regulated organisation, we are committed to adopting the highest standards.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
Our Vision is to connect with our clients, colleagues, company and communities based on our principles whilst celebrating our differences.
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