Customer Advisor

Vertu Head Office Gateshead

Join one of the UK's leading motor retailers and become part of a team that puts customers at the heart of everything we do.

Due to continued growth and success, we have an exciting opportunity for a Customer Advisor to join our Contact Centre team at our Head Office in Team Valley, Gateshead.

This is a full-time position offering a starting salary of £26,436 with the opportunity to increase to £27,476 through experience and development.

You'll work a 5-week rota, with only 2 Saturdays in every 5 weeks and no Sunday working, helping you maintain a healthy work-life balance. Following your training and probation period, you'll also benefit from a hybrid working arrangement, giving you the flexibility to split your time between home and the office.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Customer Advisor, you'll play a vital role in creating a positive first impression for our customers. You'll be the first point of contact for many callers, helping them quickly and efficiently connect with the right dealership or department.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Handling inbound calls from customers and colleagues across the business
• Providing a professional, friendly, and efficient customer experience
• Accurately qualifying customer enquiries and directing calls appropriately
• Using internal systems to ensure customer information is recorded correctly
• Working as part of a busy and supportive team in a fast-paced environment

With up to 10,000 calls handled daily across the department, no two days are the same. You'll receive comprehensive training to ensure you have the confidence and knowledge to succeed in the role.

Requirements

We're looking for enthusiastic individuals who enjoy helping people and thrive in a busy environment.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous customer service experience
• An excellent telephone manner and strong communication skills
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident IT skills
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn
• The ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced setting

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is motivated, customer-focused, and enjoys being part of a team.

At Vertu, we are passionate about investing in our people. We offer ongoing training, career development opportunities, and clear progression pathways to help you build a rewarding long-term career.

In addition, you'll benefit from:

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Hybrid working after successful completion of training and probation
• Access to our colleague rewards platform offering cashback and retail discounts
• Preferential service rates
• Colleague vehicle purchase scheme
• Share Incentive Scheme
• Company pension
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Ready to Start Your Career with Vertu?

If you're looking for a role where you can develop your skills, enjoy excellent work-life balance, and be part of a supportive and successful team, we'd love to hear from you.