Customer Experience and Complaints Manager

Location: Chadderton

Your new company
A well-established and customer-focused organisation is seeking a Customer Experience & Complaints Manager to join its customer service function. Operating within a fast-paced environment, the business prides itself on delivering high levels of service and continually improving the customer journey.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in ensuring customer concerns are handled professionally, thoroughly and fairly, while driving improvements that enhance the overall customer experience.

Your new role
You will take ownership of the complaints and escalation process from investigation through to resolution. While this is not a people management role, you will act as a deputy for the Customer Service Manager when required and provide support across the wider function.

Managing complex customer complaints and escalations in line with agreed service levels
Leading detailed investigations, gathering evidence and establishing clear timelines of events
Liaising with multiple departments, including Legal, Finance and Customer Service teams, to obtain information and support investigations
Producing clear, accurate and professional written responses to customers
Taking ownership of the complaints process and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
Supporting the Customer Service Manager during periods of absence
Managing and reporting on Net Promoter Score (NPS) feedback and customer satisfaction data
Creating presentations and reporting packs for monthly leadership and director meetings
Ensuring all complaints are handled fairly, consistently and within regulatory or internal guidelines
Building positive relationships with customers while managing sensitive conversations professionally

What you'll need to succeed
You'll have previous experience in a customer service, complaints, customer experience or service management environment. You will be confident handling complex situations, investigating issues thoroughly and communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
You'll also have:

Experience dealing with escalated customer complaints and resolutions
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate complex issues and identify root causes
Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
The ability to gather, assess and present information clearly and accurately
Experience creating reports, presentations and customer insight data
A proactive approach with a desire to improve processes and drive positive change
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
The credibility and confidence to deputise for a manager when required
A customer-centric approach with the ability to balance empathy and commercial awareness

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary of £33,500 and benefits package
Opportunity to take ownership of an important business process
Exposure to senior stakeholders and leadership teams
A varied role combining customer service, investigation, reporting and process improvement
Supportive and collaborative working environment

Career development opportunities within a growing organisation
The chance to make a tangible impact on customer experience and service delivery

This role would suit an intelligent, confident and commercially minded customer service professional who enjoys solving problems, managing complex investigations and driving continuous improvement while delivering an excellent customer experience.

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