At a Glance
- Tasks: Delight customers through bookings, face-to-face chats, and teamwork across departments.
- Company: Join Volkswagen Group, a leading car retailer with premium brands.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn with fully covered training costs and great progression opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy mentorship and hands-on training at our state-of-the-art centre.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in a dynamic environment with excellent earning potential.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm and a hardworking attitude are key; no prior experience needed.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
The Service department is vital to the success of our business. Our Customer Service Advisors play a pivotal role in delighting our customers and encouraging their continued loyalty. This is a varied role where you will work with all departments bringing a friendly and energetic approach to your daily work. Every day is different within the Service Department so the role will vary.
Some duties on a day-to-day basis may include:
- Customer Service: Arranging bookings and appointments, talking to customers both face to face and on the phone, communicating with the customer throughout the time that their vehicle is with us.
- Administration: Completion of relevant paperwork for customer service and centre records, preparation of invoices, processing of warranty claims.
- Teamwork: Liaison with all the relevant departments including workshop and management to deliver an amazing customer experience.
- Promotion: Assisting with the sale of accessories and service plans.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship.
Training provided: Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre. Successful applicants must be prepared to travel to the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre, in Milton Keynes, to complete their apprenticeship training. All training-related costs are fully covered as part of the programme, including travel, accommodation, and meals.
In the workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through the remote sessions and at the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre.
Volkswagen Group (VWG) is one of the UK's largest car retailers encompassing premium brands such as Audi, Bentley, SEAT, ŠKODA, Volkswagen, TPS, Volkswagen Group Paint and Body and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. This network of retailers spans the UK, providing a wide range of career opportunities.
Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey and you will have the opportunity to drive your career forward. Once qualified, the earning potential for a Customer Service Advisor is between £20,000 and £30,000, so it is well worth considering the future opportunities that lay beyond the apprenticeship. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network or even joined our team at Head Office in Milton Keynes.
Customer Service Advisor employer: Volkswagen Group
Join a highly reputable independent specialist in Croydon, where you can thrive as a Vehicle Technician in our brand-new VAG department. Enjoy a competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000, complete contract freedom with no weekend shifts, and a supportive work culture that prioritises quality over pressure. With opportunities for personal growth and a full benefits package including 28 days holiday and a NEST pension scheme, this is an excellent place to advance your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
