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Weekend Switchboard Operator

Lookers

Glasgow

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Part time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Switchboard Operator to join their team at Glasgow Audi for weekend shifts. This role is perfect for someone with excellent verbal communication and customer service skills, who can handle multiple tasks efficiently. As the first point of contact for customers, you will operate the main switchboard, direct calls, and assist with inquiries, ensuring a professional and courteous experience. Join a leading automotive retailer that values its people and offers a rewarding work environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries
Generous Annual Leave
Colleague Car Plans
Cycle to Work Scheme
Enhanced Maternity Leave
Critical Illness Cover
Employee Assistance Programme
Discounted Shopping Vouchers

Qualifications

  • Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills are essential.
  • Previous experience in a customer-facing role is beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • Operate the main switchboard and direct calls to appropriate departments.
  • Provide a welcoming first point of contact for customers.

Skills

Verbal Communication Skills
Customer Service Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Multitasking Ability
Professional Manner

Job description

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Overview

Location: Glasgow Audi
Hours: Saturday 08:30 - 17:00 | Sunday 10:00 - 14:00

Are you a friendly and professional communicator with excellent customer service skills? Glasgow Audi is looking for a dedicated Switchboard Operator to join our team for the weekend shift.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Operate the main switchboard, directing calls efficiently and courteously to the appropriate departments or individuals.
  2. Provide a welcoming and professional first point of contact for customers.
  3. Handle customer inquiries and provide accurate information or messages.
  4. Assist with administrative tasks as required, including call logging and message taking.
  5. Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

  1. Excellent verbal communication skills.
  2. Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
  3. Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure.
  4. Previous experience in a similar role or a customer-facing environment is beneficial.
  5. A professional and courteous manner with a positive attitude.

If your skills and experience match what we are looking for, please apply today and a member of the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch.

About Us

We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset. We value the commitment they make to the business which is why we are continually working to provide a market leading rewards and benefits package.

  • Competitive salaries with clear pay scales in place as you develop.
  • Generous annual leave allowance that increases with length of service.
  • Eligibility to join one of our colleague car plans and cycle to work scheme.
  • Enhanced maternity leave, adoption leave (6 months full pay) and paternity leave (2 weeks full pay).
  • Critical illness cover after 2 years plus life assurance and free will writing service.
  • Techscheme where you can get the latest tech for less and spread the cost, eye care scheme and discounted shopping vouchers.
  • Employee assistance programme and free access to Smart Health giving employees and their immediate families access to 24/7 GP services to support well being.

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driver's licence check will also be carried out.

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