Senior Funeral Director

Position: Senior Funeral Director

Location: George S Munn Funeral Directors, Rutherglen

Job Type: Full-time, permanent - 38.33 Hours per week

Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum plus relocation package, details discussed during interview

As a Senior Funeral Director you will lead team performance and operational leadership, supporting the Cluster Manager to achieve business objectives while fostering a culture of empathy, professionalism and continuous improvement.

• Deliver complex funeral arrangements with professionalism, ensuring respectful and client‑focused services
• Oversee branch standards and ensure timely, high‑quality care of the deceased
• Participate in an out‑of‑hours on‑call rota, providing support for families including dignified collection and transfer of the deceased into care
• Lead recruitment, onboarding and performance reviews, conducting regular one‑to‑one sessions
• Coordinate back‑of‑house duties to ensure seamless scheduling and service delivery
• Support the Cluster Manager in overseeing branch performance, audits and compliance processes
• Identify service gaps and recommend process and training improvements
• Maintain funeral plan banks and ensure all team members are Funeral Plan Consultant trained

• Experience leading and motivating a team with high standards of professionalism and presentation
• Empathetic, client‑oriented and dedicated to excellent outcomes for families
• Prepared to assist families continuously, ensuring operational effectiveness and compassion
• Able to follow strict procedures, maintain accurate records and comply with legal and company regulations
• Independent, results‑driven and confident in decision‑making
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends and on‑call
• Understanding of operational efficiency, services and financial considerations

• Professional development, including a comprehensive induction plan, in‑house programmes and apprenticeship opportunities
• Bonus potential to reward hard work and achievements
• Life assurance cover for peace of mind
• Health and wellbeing programme with employee assistance support
• Holiday allowance of 30–33 days per year, inclusive of bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme for long‑term savings
• Relocation package to be discussed during the interview process

If this role sounds like the right fit, please click the ‘apply’ button. A member of our Talent Acquisition Team will guide you through the next steps.

Dignity is one of the UK’s oldest and most trusted funeral providers, with a 200‑year history, 570 branches and 46 crematoria. We are part of the Dignity Group which also operates Farewill, the nation’s leading will writer and probate provider.

This role is subject to FCA regulatory requirements. As a regulated organisation we uphold the highest standards by employing individuals with the appropriate skills, experience and integrity. Applicants may be required to provide permission for relevant checks and assessments, depending on SMCR requirements.

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