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Customer Service Manager

Reed
Posted 4 days ago, valid for 24 days
Location

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL544NB, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The company is seeking a Deputy Head of Client Services with experience in the insurance sector, particularly within the London Market.
  • Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, a proven track record of supporting senior leadership, and experience in operational management.
  • The role involves strategic partnership with the Head of Client Services, managing projects, and ensuring smooth operations within the CST Leadership Team.
  • Applicants should have a minimum of five years of relevant experience and a CII qualification is desirable, with a salary range of £70,000 to £90,000.
  • This position also requires exceptional communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Are you an experienced Manager from the Insurance Sector?Do you have strong leadership skills and confidence in your ability to coach & develop?Do you have knowledge of the London Market?If so, we have a great opportunity for you!We are seeking a Deputy Head of Client Services to serve as a strategic partner and advisor to the Head of Client Services within our client. This pivotal role involves facilitating effective decision-making, managing allocated projects, and ensuring the smooth operations of the CST Leadership Team.The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the insurance industry, demonstrate strong leadership abilities, and have a proven track record of supporting senior leadership.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Assist and represent the Head of Client Services in their absence, acting as a point of reference within strategic or stakeholder groups.
  • Drive strategic initiatives alongside the Head of Client Services, managing priorities and ensuring alignment across the CST Leadership Team.
  • Coordinate the operational onboarding of new work and teams, and the development of CST’s strategic plans.
  • Manage relationships with outsource providers, ensuring effective service delivery and appropriate resource allocation.
  • Coach Operations Managers to set clear objectives aligned with the business's vision; lead recruitment efforts within CST.
  • Lead key projects from inception to completion, ensuring that objectives are met and deadlines are adhered to.
  • Manage performance and behaviour in accordance with company policies, addressing issues swiftly and effectively.
  • Support the Head of Client Services in managing crises and unforeseen challenges, ensuring appropriate responses and communications.
  • Take a leading role in preparing CST for scalability and flexibility in response to market and internal changes.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Experience in operational management within the insurance industry, preferably within the London Market.
  • Proven people management experience, ideally managing other managers.
  • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • High level of emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
  • CII qualification is desirable, Diploma or above

For immediate consideration to this great opportunity, please apply now!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.