Customer Service Administrator - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Downing
Description
Customer Service Administrator
Edinburgh - The Mont
Full Time
Permanent
We have an exciting opportunity available for a Customer Service Administrator to join our team supporting the operational activities for our brand-new scheme within the University district of Edinburgh which will open later this year.
The scheme consists of 324 ensuite bedrooms with a mix of studio and shared accommodation as well as impressive communal areas.
Downing is an award-winning leading developer, owner and operator of bespoke, luxury student accommodation across the UK.We have been operating for over 30 years and currently have 15 buildings in 9 major cities, with additional impressive schemes currently under construction.
The Customer Service Administrator is generally the first point of contact, therefore has the responsibility of being an excellent brand ambassador for Downing.
Some of the main duties include:
- Providing front of office support to residents and visitors to the building, maintaining excellent customer service at all times.
- Updating the company inhouse booking and customer relationship management system.
- Supporting customer show rounds to ensure maximum occupancy of the residence.
- Ensure the building is managed and maintained in line with company policies and procedures to make sure the residents receive a highquality service.
- Respond positively and quickly to customer enquiries and complaints and take appropriate action in line with company procedures.
- Create a friendly and safe environment for students to feel comfortable speaking with the team about concerns they might have about their accommodation or wellbeing.
- Always interact with students professionally, showing empathy towards any issues you may find and understanding that this is their home.
- Engaged with the students to capture feedback and insight to improve services to their needs.
- To create monthly fun and diverse events for students to participate in and support the coordination of any open days
- To maintain the sites review scores across all platforms above 4 star
- Have regard for Student Welfare and if necessary, liaise with the appropriate welfare professionals.
- Comply with Health and Safety requirements.
- Manage the incoming post and deliveries and ensure it is distributed efficiently.
Hours of work: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm or 9am - 6pm on a rota basis, working 1 in 4 Saturdays with a lieu day off the following week.
There will also be a requirement to work overtime on weekends during the busy student turnaround period and check in weekends.
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate the following skills and experience:
- Previous experience within a highly customer focused role.
- Experience within accommodation, hotels/hospitality or retail would be preferred.
- Outstanding customer service skills with strong verbal and written communication.
- The ability to think on your feet.
- A confident, polite and professional persona.
- Good working knowledge of IT systems including Microsoft Office and Social Media platforms.
- Smartly presented.
You will also receive:
- Competitive salary
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays (that's 33 days)
- Paid overtime
- Pension scheme
- Life Assurance cover
- Employee Assistance Scheme
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Life insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edinburgh: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location:
In person
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