Funeral Arranger
Reading
Funeral Arranger role
We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team as a full-time Funeral Arranger. If you are an empathetic, compassionate individual with great communication skills, and have a desire to help others during a difficult time, this role could be for you!
Key responsibilities
As an independent, family-owned and run funeral director, AB Walker is committed to providing compassionate and professional services to families during their time of need. This role is central to that, and responsibilities include:
- Assisting families in making funeral arrangements, offering support from the initial call through to the completion of arrangements
- Coordinating third parties to ensure all aspects of the funeral process are handled professionally and sensitively
- Preparing the Chapel of Rest for visits by loved ones, ensuring it is presented in a dignified and respectful manner
- Work collaboratively within a team environment while taking personal responsibility for assigned tasks.
About you
- A positive and open attitude is essential for this role
- Willingness to take personal ownership of tasks and be comfortable thinking on your feet
- Compassionate and empathetic nature, with a genuine desire to help others
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Well-organised and capable of working to deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
- Full, clean driving license required
Previous job experience within the funeral sector is preferred but is not essential. Full training will be given
Working hours
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
This is a full-time, on-site role.
Salary and benefits
Salary: Starting from £25,500 depending on experience.
Benefits include:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension
- BUPA cash plan
- Bike to work scheme
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders
- Uniform provided.
Please note – Any job offer is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Apply now and join our team
All interested candidates should complete this application form.
AB Walker is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Please note – Any job offer is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Working at AB Walker
We are a diverse group with a mixture of backgrounds, ages and skills. We share the common goal of delivering the very best funeral and memorial services in a caring and professional way.
About AB Walker
We are an independent, family-owned and run funeral director. We’ve spent nearly 200 years helping people arrange funerals with care, compassion and understanding.