Planning policy officer jobs in United Kingdom

Job Responsibility: Plans work schedules, assigns tasks and delegates responsibilities; advises on the handling of all correspondence and enquiries relating to accounts, sales, statistical and vacancy records; ensures that procedures for considering, issuing, amending and endorsing insurance policies are adhered to; plans, organises and co-ordinates the activities and resources of other offices not elsewhere classified. Organising and co-ordinating events and maintain liason with external organisations in order to facilitate the events.

Vacancy for an Assistant Clerk to the Parish Council Location: Mostly working from home. Proximity to the Chew Valley would be an advantage. In person attendance at some meetings, including other visits to the parish of Stowey Sutton are required. Must be self-motivated and a good sense of humour helps. A laptop and printer will be provided. Starting Hours: 20 per month (to be reviewed after successful completion of the induction period) worked flexibly, independently with a mix of home working, hot desking in the parish, some face to face, evening meetings (usually one, sometimes two a month) and very occasional weekend work. The Assistant Clerk will provide cover for all the duties carried out by the Parish Clerk during periods of annual leave or illness. The Assistant Clerk must have the confidence to deputise in such a manner. Rate: SCP 18 to 22 depending on experience (£29,269 to £31,364 per annum pro rata based on a 37-hour working week.) Reporting to: Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer. Applications are invited for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to fill the role of Assistant Clerk to Stowey Sutton Parish Council. This is a varied and exciting position suiting an applicant with a positive attitude and a desire to train and develop. The job is more than just deskwork as the successful applicant will be encouraged to be innovative and to enjoy working within the community. The successful candidate will be expected to assist the clerk with duties to include: · To arrange, publicise, and attend Parish Council Meetings including preparation of agendas and preparing minutes. · To attend to administrative tasks including maintaining paper and electronic files, Facebook, the Parish Council website, annual review of all parish policies, preparing reports to Parish Council, dealing with correspondence and enquiries, and overseeing the maintenance of assets. · To assist the Responsible Finance officer in maintaining and reporting the Parish Council’s finances and assist in preparation of accounts for annual audit. · To advise and support Councillors including research required to progress projects. · To work with the community of Stowey Sutton and to help organise events as deemed appropriate. · To liaise with Bath & North East Somerset Council and other organisations such as the Avon Local Councils Association as required. This outlines the duties required for the post of Assistant to the Clerk in order to indicate the level of responsibility. It is not a comprehensive or exhaustive list; duties may be varied from time to time which does not change the general character of the job or level of responsibility. Local Government experience is desirable but not essential. Ongoing support and training in all aspects of the job will be offered. A high degree of computer literacy and excellent communication skills are essential. The successful candidate will be expected to obtain the Introduction to Local Council Administration (iLCA) qualification within 6 months of appointment and achieve the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CILCA) qualification within the 24 months of appointment. As part of our succession planning, upon successful completion of iLCA the position will be reviewed with a view to promotion to Deputy Clerk and additional hours. To apply, please apply online, send a cv and covering letter to reach the Parish Council by the closing date: 5:00pm Tuesday 7th May 2024.

Join our vibrant team at Figo, an esteemed Italian-style restaurant. We pride ourselves on delivering an authentic Italian dining experience and exceptional service. As we continue to grow and uphold our reputation for excellence, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced General Manager to lead our team to even greater heights. Position Overview: As the General Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of restaurant operations, ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning, and maintaining the highest standards of service and quality. You will lead by example, inspire your team, and cultivate an environment of collaboration and excellence. Key Responsibilities: Provide leadership and guidance to all restaurant staff, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. Manage daily operations, including staffing, scheduling, inventory management, and vendor relations. Uphold and enforce company policies and procedures to ensure compliance and consistency. Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and service, exceeding customer expectations. Develop and implement strategies to drive sales, increase profitability, and enhance the overall guest experience. Oversee financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control measures. Foster strong customer relationships, addressing feedback and resolving issues promptly and effectively. Stay current with industry trends and competition, identifying opportunities for growth and improvement. Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a managerial role within the restaurant industry, preferably in Italian cuisine. Proven track record of successfully managing restaurant operations, achieving financial targets, and delivering exceptional customer service. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a customer-centric approach. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in restaurant management software and Microsoft Office Suite. Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or a related field is preferred. Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Health insurance and retirement savings plans. Generous staff discounts on food and beverages. Opportunities for career advancement and professional development. How to Apply: If you are passionate about Italian cuisine and possess the skills and experience to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you!

Activ Camps Ltd is a friendly and lively company running activity camps and after school clubs for children across South London. We are passionate about providing the highest quality experience for children within our community, as well as the best possible customer care experience for their parents and carers. We are looking for a warm, engaging and highly organised individual with experience in customer service and administration to join our team. This person should have a keen eye for detail and a systematic approach to work, as well as passion for supporting children and families. Key Responsibilities To act as the main point of contact for parents and carers, and other stakeholders, on phone, email and social media platforms, demonstrating a high level of knowledge of our provision and guiding customers through the booking process To handle all bookings, cancellations and changes to bookings with efficiency To clearly and confidently communicate Activ Camps’ policies, procedure and terms of booking to parents and carers To process payments from a variety of sources, including childcare voucher schemes and credit, chasing outstanding payments in a systematic and timely manner To assist in resolving complaints in a timely and appropriate manner, liaising with colleagues to ensure that these can be fully investigated with an appropriate response communicated to the complainant To prepare a variety of registers for our camps and clubs, including medical and special education needs and disability (SEND) registers, ensuring that all necessary information is recorded and collated To communicate regularly with staff members at our camps and clubs, ensuring that administrative processes are being adequately managed on site To participate in team meetings, sharing insights and updates on customer interactions, addressing any specific trends To contact and build relationships with local schools and parent/teacher associations to help promote Activ Camps to new customers To support the general organisation and administration of Activ Camps. Personal Specifications Essential Attributes: Previous experience in customer service and administrative roles Outstanding verbal and written communication skills Excellent numerical skills Previous experience working with Google Sheets/Excel spreadsheets Proactive and resolution-focused, with the capability of working independently Desirable Attributes: Passionate about children and/or sports and outdoor activities Experience working within the childcare industry An understanding of differing Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Knowledge of Childcare Voucher & Tax-Free Childcare payment processes Salary: £26,000 per annum Contract: Full Time Contract Start date: Tuesday 7th May 2024 Work hours: 0930 - 1800 During the school holidays hours will vary based on the requirements of our camps and clubs Holidays: 23 days pro-rata plus all public holidays Location: Company Office in Brixton, London, with the possibility to work from home on occasion Commencement subject to: Two rounds of interview, two suitable references and a contract returned with Associated Annexes signed. Safeguarding Activ Camps Ltd is committed to safe practice in recruitment and selection that includes consideration of issues to do with child protection, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Engagements of work will not be authorised unless staff have completed an Enhanced DBS, references verified and checks completed in line with our Safer Recruitment Policy. Inclusion & Diversity At Activ Camps, we know that diversity makes our team stronger and more successful. The children that we work with come from all backgrounds and it is important that our team reflects the diversity of the people that we work with. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply for jobs with us and bring their perspectives and experience to our team. How to apply Successful candidates will be invited to interview as soon as convenient for both parties. Please note Activ Camps Ltd is unable to reimburse interview expenses. Information correct on 18.04.2024 and subject to change thereafter. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £26,000.00 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Schedule: Holidays Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Work Location: In person Expected start date: 07/05/2024

We are a leading provider of life support and other training programmes to the healthcare sector across the UK. We are looking for an individual to support the day-to-day services at our office in Archway, London. This is a fast paced and varied role covering all the back-office functions of our national business model. The successful candidate will gain invaluable experience in general admin, finance and our operational processes. You will get on the job training and mentorship, the opportunity to gain and grow across the various functions. This will include (and is not limited to): Work collaboratively within own team and externally in delivering the wider business development strategy Ensure enquiries are received and managed to a high standard Enhance the efficiency and quality of support and service provision by role modelling; working autonomously and within the team Ensure adequate secretarial support for the Executive Chairman, Chief Executive Officer & Board of Directors. Support the wider team to undertake operational responsibility for preparing key aspects of bids and tenders as required by the Chief Executive Officer Duties and responsibilities Administration · Manage and prioritise administration workload and deliver on agreed administration targets and objectives with support and supervision · Adhere to organisational administration processes to support the effective delivery of a high level of service delivery · Receive and manage enquiries in writing, on the telephone and in person to a high standard · Perform general office duties such as answering phones, greeting visitors, and responding to emails · Enhance the efficiency and quality of support and service provision by working autonomously and within the team · Secretarial support for the Executive Chairman, Chief Executive Officer & Board of Directors Business Development · Support the Business Development & Support Services Manager with implementing new marketing strategies and projects · Support the Business Development & Support Services Manager with tender processes for both new and current clients. · Be aware and mindful of competitors and new channels of selling / opportunities · Support the maintenance and updating of the Company’s website and social media platforms · Support the development of marketing material as directed by the Business Development and Support Service Manager · Support the Company with the implementation of new services, products and verticals · Work collaboratively within own team and externally in delivering the wider business development strategy Operations/Logistics · Planning and implementation of equipment movement · Organise and maintain an accurate database of instructor allocations · Utilise the organisations Training Management System to record and support the operations/logistics function; resource management, scheduling, reporting, and forecasting Self-management · Manage and prioritise workload and deliver on agreed targets and objectives · Be pleasant and courteous at all times whilst maintaining the core values · To represent the company professionally at all times · Have a flexible approach to working patterns Other · Be willing to work flexibly including weekends · Be prepared to attend meetings and training outside of normal hours. · Be prepared to travel in undertaking role · To be aware of and adhere to: o All company policies and procedures o Section 7 and 8 of the Health and Safety at Work Act o GDPR (2019) o Other relevant legislation and agreed practice/policy The Company has an Equal Opportunities Policy and specific regard should be taken of its content in relation to the treatment of employees or potential employees. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, with a good level or written and spoken English, able to work autonomously, computer literate and most importantly willing to learn new skills and processes. They must be able to take direction and be able to escalate issues comfortably. We offer a salary sacrifice pension scheme, occupational sick scheme, critical illness cover, death in service benefit, 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, professional development opportunities and access to our Employee Managed Incentive share scheme. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £25,643 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Sick pay Transport links Schedule: Monday to Friday Overtime Supplemental pay types: Bonus scheme Experience: Administration: 2 years (required) description. Close Done

We have an exciting opportunity to work for a rapidly growing bookkeeping and management consultancy company with an extensive portfolio of clients from different company sizes. We are looking for a full-time office/business support manager with a strong financial and bookkeeping skill set to look after both, the general accounting and financial management of the business as well as the day-to-day tasks of managing a busy consultation company. These will be the core tasks but it will also mean carrying out general office manager tasks. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of other office staff members. You will be expected to thrive from having a varied workload and being happy to assist in other financial and non-financial duties as required. Strong organisational skills are essential for this role as well as a willingness to work towards the company's rapid growth. The role: Specific activities will include (but not be restricted to) - Developing and implementing financial and operational strategies to optimize profitability, and efficiency, and support company objectives. - Planning work schedules, delegating responsibilities and assigning tasks effectively. - Managing correspondence and inquiries related to accounting records, financial position and sales data. - Ensuring that the latest version of policies and standards are approved before effectively publishing these. - Ensuring administration and departmental activities are in line with the latest standards. - Planning, organising and coordinating activities and resources across other offices, including preparing and managing budgets, forecasts, and financial reports with accuracy and timeliness. - Conducting thorough analysis to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities. - Monitoring cash flow, liquidity, and financial performance metrics, providing actionable recommendations. - Overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions to ensure efficiency and compliance. - Manage relationships with external stakeholders. - Lead and mentor team members, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and growth, - Controlling purchases, managing purchase orders, and overseeing invoice management and bank reconciliation. - Liaise with team members to provide accurate cost information, assist in quotation preparation, - Recording and monitoring office expenditure and budget management, including expense management, petty cash, and staff overtime. - Assist the Director and Senior Management Team in all high-level financial management and decision-making. Personal Profile and Essential Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; - Proven experience (5+ years) in a management role, - Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate insights effectively. - Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and budgeting tools - Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams. - Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. - Results-oriented mindset, with a focus on driving continuous improvement and achieving business objectives. - High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail, with a commitment to upholding ethical standards. - Highly organised, and commercially responsible, able to manage sensitive data confidentially. - Excellent administration and communication skills, both written and verbal, with a high level of attention to detail. - Flexible working attitude, with a can-do team player approach. - Proficient in MS Office applications. - Must be proficient in the use of Xero accounting for both data entry and analysis and bookkeeping. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday (37.5 hours) Education: Diploma of Higher Education (required) Experience: Management, 5 years (required) Work Location: In person Application Deadline: 29/03/2024

Are you a dynamic and organized professional looking to make a significant impact on a growing organization? We're seeking a talented Office Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our office. The prospective applicant needs to demonstrate the following: · Mainly responsible in making office run smooth on day to day basis. · Planning work schedules, assigning task and delegates responsibilities · Organizing company events · Organize office operations and procedures · Dealing with correspondence, complaints and queries · Preparing letters, presentations and reports to Director. · Supervising and monitoring the work of administrative staff · Handling all correspondence and enquiries relating to accounts, sales and vacancy records · Liaising with staff, suppliers and clients · Implementing and maintaining procedures/office administrative systems · Ensuring that health and safety policies are up to date · Attending meetings with Director and other staffs · Ensuring a high level of compliance is always maintained. Skills, experience, and qualification required for the role. · Proven experience as an Office Manager or similar role. · Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. · Strong communication and interpersonal skills. · Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and basic financial management. · Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. · Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail. Experience in the similar role for 3 years is desirable. If you are a skilled Office Manager looking for a dynamic and exciting working environment, and ready to accept new challenge; then we want to hear from you! To apply, please submit your resume outlining your experience and qualifications. Working Hours: 37.5 Hours per/week

Key Responsibilities: - Planning and Scheduling: Develop and maintain comprehensive work schedules, assigning tasks, and delegating responsibilities to ensure optimal efficiency and productivity. - Correspondence Management: Provide guidance on the handling of all correspondence and inquiries pertaining to accounts, sales, statistical data, and vacancy records. Ensure timely and professional responses to client queries and internal communications. - Insurance Policy Compliance: Ensure adherence to established procedures for considering, issuing, amending, and endorsing insurance policies. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to maintain compliance with insurance regulations and requirements. - Resource Coordination: Plan, organize, and coordinate the activities and resources of the company, including personnel, equipment, and materials. Streamline processes to enhance operational effectiveness and cost efficiency. - Industry Expertise: Leverage your experience and knowledge of the construction and repair industry to contribute valuable insights and solutions to operational challenges. Stay informed about industry trends, regulations, and best practices. Qualifications: - Proven experience in office management or a related administrative role within the construction and repair industry. - Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills. - Proficiency in relevant software applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools. - Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment. - Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

- Contact Supervisor (Centre and Community Based), Children’s Contact Service - Based in Hertfordshire (Service and community based) Various hours available: Negotiable up to 37 hours p/w - Locations available: · Cheshunt (EN8) · Hemel Hempstead (HP1) · Welwyn Garden City (AL7) - Grade 2 (lower) point 11 – 15: £21,196 - £23,966 per Annum. - Permanent contract. - ID: 778 *Please state which area you are interested in as well as the ID number 778 when applying ** Required Skills:** · Have excellent communication skills including the ability to work with families in conflict, build their trust and respect, and recognise the importance of remaining impartial, objective and focused on the needs of the child/children/young person at all times. · be able to demonstrate an understanding of safe working practices, risk assessment and risk management. · Have excellent written skills, in particular being able to create reports of sessions which are objective, factual and reflect the needs of the Social Worker and court. · Be a team player who is flexible, and enthusiastic about being an integral part of a newly formed and aspirational team which is focused on the Family Action values of Can Do, Excellence, Mutual Respect and People Focus. Job Description: As a Contact Supervisor, you will ensure that families are welcomed and supported when in the Supervised Contact Centre, in community settings and other appropriate venues as required. You will have an open-minded, flexible and caring approach towards children, parents and other family members who are attending supervised contact. Our aim is to provide a happy and positive experience for children, young people and their families. You will therefore ensure that children and young people are kept safe and that their emotional wellbeing is prioritised at all times. You will ensure the welfare of children and young people is at the forefront of the team’s work and ensure that Family Action and Hertfordshire’s safeguarding procedures are followed. You will provide an opportunity to support parents to maintain positive relationships with their children. Where required, you will oversee practical and emotional support for parents building a trusting relationship with them; this will help to make supervised contact sessions a positive experience for the children. Where contact is between the wider family group e.g., sibling contact, you will ensure the needs, preferences and experiences of all attendees are considered and supported. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: · Support the delivery of safe and effective supervised contact sessions. · Promote and maintain contact arrangements that are agreed between all parties including respecting the wishes of children and young people. · Have an understanding of, and comply with, Family Action’s and Hertfordshire’s procedures for promoting and safeguarding the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults, undertaking risk assessments before each session ensuring that the risks identified by Social Workers are mitigated. · Assess the quality of parenting observed during the supervised contact, ensuring that the key areas for observation identified by the Social Worker are addressed, and use this evidence to complete detailed and timely reports as required by the court and/or principal social worker. · Ensure that all supervised contact sessions are managed to ensure as positive experience for the children and young people as possible. · Recognise any risks of harm and intervene appropriately to de-escalate the risks or bring in additional support as required to safeguard the children. · Keep records of your work using Family Action systems, adhere to confidentiality, information sharing protocols and risk assessment processes. · Travel to supervised contact sessions in other area’s (when required). · Contribute to the collection, recording and analysis of information required by commissioners, judiciary, principal social worker and Family Action and provide accurate reports as necessary. · Participate in personal supervision, funded training and appraisal processes to ensure your knowledge skills and practice is of a high standard. · Implement the principles of Family Action’s Equal Opportunities Policy in every aspect of your work and positively promote the principles of the policy amongst colleagues, service users and other members of the community. · Comply with Family Action’s Health and Safety Policy, Data Protection Policy and to protect the health, safety and welfare of yourself and others. · Have an understanding and comply with Family Action’s and Hertfordshire’s procedures for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. · Ensure the implementation of Family Action’s Diversity & Equality Policy and our Ethical Policy in every aspect of your work and positively promote the principles of these policies amongst colleagues, service users and other members of the community. · Comply with Family Action’s Health and Safety Policy, Data Protection Policy and to protect your own and others’ health, safety and welfare. · Work flexibly as may be required by the needs of the service and carry out any other reasonable duties as required. · Meet opening hours of the centre’s, including some Saturdays. · To demonstrate, at all times, Family Action’s values, which underpin Family Action’s mission of ‘building stronger families’ by: a) people focused b) Reflecting a ‘can do’ approach c) Striving for excellence in everything we do d) Having mutual respect for everyone we work with, work for and support through our services Person Specification · Previous work with children and families is desirable but not necessary. · Ability to work with families in conflict and the importance of remaining impartial, objective and focused on the needs of the child/children at all times. · Understanding of child development, attachment and appropriate parenting approaches. · Have the ability to demonstrate an understanding of safe working practices, risk assessment and risk management. · Good planning and excellent report writing and record keeping skills. Experience of and ability to use MS Office applications and electronic recording systems. · Understanding of the needs of families / individuals, and of the impact of disadvantage and social exclusion and a commitment to and willingness to promote inclusion and equality of opportunity for all. · A confident and professional approach to working with service users, stakeholders and colleagues. · Excellent verbal, listening and written skills, including basic IT skills. · The ability to priorities and organise workload effectively including the timely completion and submission of case records and reports. · The ability, commitment, and willingness to work flexibly including evenings and weekends. · The ability and willingness to occasionally travel within the Hertfordshire area. Please send your CV along with the area/s you are interested in applying for and the ID number

As an office manager, you'll need to: Use a range of software, including email, spread sheets and databases, to ensure the efficient running of the office Organize office operations and procedures Coordinate with IT department on all office equipment Ensure that all items are invoiced and paid on time Manage contract and price negotiations with office vendors, service providers and office lease Manage office G&A budget, ensure accurate and timely reporting Provide general support to visitors Assist in the on boarding process for new hires manage online and paper filing systems develop and implement new administrative systems, such as record management record office expenditure and manage the budget organise the office layout and maintain supplies of stationery and equipment maintain the condition of the office and arrange for necessary repairs organise and chair meetings with staff - in lower-paid roles this may include typing the agenda and taking minutes, but senior managers usually have an administrative assistant to do this ensure adequate staff levels to cover for absences and peaks in workload, often by using temping agencies delegate work to staff and manage their workload and output promote staff development and training implement and promote equality and diversity policy write reports for senior management and deliver presentations respond to customer enquiries and complaints review and update health and safety policies and ensure they're observed check that data protection laws are being adhered to in relation to the storage of data, and review and update policies arrange regular testing for electrical equipment and safety devices attend conferences and training manage social media for your organisation OFFICE MANAGER Key Skills involves: Excellent time management, initiative and approachability Ability to multi-tasking and prioritise work Excellent organisational and time-management skills Attention to detail and problem solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and planning skills in a fast-paced environment A creative mind with an ability to suggest improvements knowledge of Microsoft Office(Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and other commonly used office packages is must required strong IT and typing skills the ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure good team working skills and the confidence to lead and motivate a team the ability to manage your workload and supervise others concurrently excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, with the ability to converse at senior and board level negotiation and relationship-building skills attention to detail flexibility and adaptability to changing workloads a problem-solving approach to work project management skills a familiarity with legislation in the areas of employment, equality and diversity, and data protection - this is useful, but not essential. Qualification Seeking: There is no educational requirement for this job. However, if the potential employee possesses any certificate or diploma or equivalent qualification in a subject such aseconomics and business can be beneficial; although entry with other academic qualifications and/or significant relevant experience is possible. 2-3 years of experience in the relevant field is compulsory.

Customer Experience Salary: £24,000 per annum + commission Location: Hybrid Home/Office-Based in London, Paddington Hours: 40 per week FT About Bark Bark is revolutionising the way people find professionals in over 1,000 unique categories. As the UK's largest and fastest-growing services marketplace, we're on a mission to make finding the right professional quick and easy. With a presence in eleven countries and plans for further expansion, joining us at this genuinely exciting time will be a journey like no other. Our cutting-edge technology ensures that buyers always find the best professional for any job. With a talented team of over 220 dedicated individuals, we're committed to providing exceptional service and ensuring that our customers are satisfied every step of the way. This is an exciting time to join our scaling business, we recently ranked 64th in the Sunday Times 100 fastest growing private tech companies in 2023. As a profitable scale-up, Bark is in a unique position to offer the best of both worlds; the excitement and agility of a start up combined with the financial security and backing of a renowned private equity firm, EMK Capital. You'll have ownership, agility, responsibility and stimulation without any of the worry. About the Role We are looking for ambitious and professional Customer Experience Agent’s to join our team . This is an exciting and busy role where you will be the first point of contact for the professionals and buyers who contact Bark for support. In this role you will be the voice and face of Bark, expertly guiding our customers through the platform ensuring they get the most of their profile, and helping our professionals to build their businesses. You will be a dynamic problem solver who is able to juggle multiple priorities, whilst delivering an outstanding, next level service. Our professionals rely on our customer service as we aim to partner with them to help ensure their success is our success. As part of this role you will also have the opportunity to make commission, on top of your base salary, by converting warm leads through upsell opportunities. You will become the voice of the customer internally, as you champion their issues through sharing feedback and ideas you receive in your unique position at the forefront of the action. Responsibilities - Handle inbound calls from our valued professionals, ensuring each communication is positive, empathetic and solution-oriented. - Promptly responding to enquiries via email, resolving issues with a professional-first mindset - Be a product & customer expert, assisting new and existing professionals with any queries that they may have - Onboard new professionals, getting them started and selling credits by showcasing the benefits of our platform and offering guidance to get them started successfully - Talk with prospective professionals, discussing the various benefits of Bark and how we can help them grow their business - Solve technical issues and support the development of our platform and products through providing vital feedback to the wider business Shifts We operate 24/7 from our central London office. Typically you will work 8.5 hour shifts with a half hour break. Some flexibility is required as all agents work at least one weekend day per month and one week of late shifts. Typically you would work the same shifts time throughout the week. We are also open to alternative working patterns, so when you talk to one of our Talent Partners, ask them for more information. Typical shift hours; - Early Shift: 8:00am to 16:30pm - Morning shift: 9:00am to 17:30pm - Late Shift: 3:30pm 12:00am (Paid Uber home from the office) Anyone working the late shift gets dinner provided once a month on Friday night and a cab home provided by us as well as a premium bonus for hours worked after 9:00pm. Skills and experience - Customer facing/sales experience desirable (not essential) - Computer literate (experience with customer service software a plus, we use Zendesk) - Ability to build strong rapport quickly and confidently with customers - A driven self-starter, self-motivated with a great work ethic - Confident in handling diverse queries, able to easily adapt to any given situation - The ability to handle conflicts diplomatically and find resolutions that satisfy both the customer and Bark - Ability to multitask and appropriately prioritise, handling multiple email enquiries, calls and admin - Exceptional attention to detail and follow through **Perks and Benefits** - Uncapped commission (avg. realistic £2,500 per annum, all sales are warm sales!) - Share options in a rapidly growing, Private equity-backed, company whose founders have a proven track record - Hybrid working policy; Central office in London (WFH 1 day per week) - Private health insurance, inc. dental cover, run by Aviva - L&D allowance; £250 to spend on your personal development - Enhanced Gympass membership for all employees with access to mental health courses and fitness classes - Fully stocked kitchen and monthly team lunches - Financial advisor - Cycle to work scheme - Regular wellness weeks; inc. industry leading talks, massages, art therapy