At a Glance
- Tasks: Support families during difficult times with empathy and professionalism.
- Company: Join Dignity, a trusted name in funeral services for over 200 years.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous holiday allowance, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours and a supportive team environment await you.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact by helping families navigate significant life moments.
- Qualifications: Empathy, communication skills, and a willingness to learn are essential.
The predicted salary is between 13936 - 13936 £ per year.
Location: A Hazel & Sons Funeral Directors, Streetly, Sutton Coldfield
Job Type: Part-time, Permanent - 20 hours per week - Wed 1pm - 5pm, Thurs & Fri 9am - 5pm
Salary: £13,936 per annum
We’re looking for an empathetic and well-organised individual to join our team at A Hazel & Sons Funeral Directors as a Funeral Service Specialist. You’ll be the first person families speak to, offering reassurance and support while ensuring every detail is handled with care and professionalism. Based at our branch in Streetly, you’ll take pride in the day-to-day running of the branch, supporting families, ensuring high standards, and building trusted local relationships.
To become the arranger of choice in your community, you’ll also be trained to provide guidance on Funeral Plans and support with ceremonial duties when required.
Why This Role Matters…
Being a Funeral Service Specialist means playing a central part in one of life’s most significant moments. You’re often the first person a grieving family turns to, and your presence can shape how they remember the most difficult of days.
Your Impact and Responsibilities…
This role calls for empathy, confidence, and attention to detail. It’s about guiding people through funeral arrangements with care, introducing them to the support we can offer, and ensuring every detail is taken care of. You will be a steady, professional hand when people need it most.
- Supporting families with empathy, professionalism, and attention to detail
- Arrange funerals that meet family wishes, cultural practices, and legal requirements – arranging funerals with clarity, compassion and precision, offering all relevant products
- Oversee day-to-day branch operations, including administration and presentation
- Liaise with suppliers such as ministers, celebrants, and florists
- Lead chapel visits, as required, supporting the families with their requests
- Take accountability for raising awareness of funeral plans and contributing to plan sales within the branch
- Represent the branch in the local community and contribute to outreach
- Train in Funeral Conducting to assist with ceremonial duties during peak times
- Uphold Dignity’s standards of professionalism, care, and service
Skills and Knowledge…
We’re looking for someone with/is:
- Compassion, calmness, and empathy in emotionally sensitive situations
- Communication, organisation, and administrative skills – confident with legal paperwork
- Confident working independently, with branch-level responsibility
- Comfortable in settings where the deceased may be resting, including chapel visits
- Willingness to work flexibly (including weekends/on-call if needed)
- A Full UK Driving Licence (desirable, not essential) - Ability to travel to client homes and local branches is important
- Experience in customer service, care, or admin (beneficial - complete training is provided)
What We Offer…
- Professional development: A comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes to set you up for success or to pursue a qualification through our apprenticeship programme.
- Memorialisation Commission Potential: up to £2,000.00 OTE per annum
- Bonus Potential: Unlock the possibility of earning additional bonuses, rewarding your hard work and achievements.
- Life Assurance Cover: Enjoy peace of mind with our life assurance cover, securing your family’s future.
- Health & Wellbeing Programme: Benefit from an employee assistance programme that supports your health and wellbeing.
- Holiday Allowance: Start with a generous leave entitlement of 30-33 days per year, inclusive of Bank Holidays.
- Pension Scheme: Plan for the future with our contributory pension scheme, helping you save for a secure retirement.
What are the next steps?
To join us in this role, hit the 'apply' button to submit your application, and a member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch!
Funeral Service Specialist in Sutton Coldfield employer: Dignity
At Dignity, we pride ourselves on being a compassionate and supportive employer, offering our Funeral Service Specialists the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in their community. With a strong focus on professional development, generous holiday allowances, and a comprehensive health and wellbeing programme, we ensure our employees feel valued and equipped to provide exceptional service during life's most challenging moments. Join us in Streetly, where you can grow within a trusted organisation that has been caring for families for over 200 years.
