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Customer Services Application Officer

Salary

£14.24-14.24 , per hour

Location

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Job type

Temporary

Sector

Property & construction

Job ref

X3-1283535

Job posted

Posted 1 hour ago

Customer Services Application Officer

  • Pay: £14.24 per hour
  • Job Type: Part-time (22 hours per week) – temp till end of September with potential 12-month FTC 
  • Location: Hybrid (Oxford – Town Hall / Home working)

The Role

We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated, and detail-oriented individuals to support the administration of a large-scale property licensing scheme. This role plays a key part in ensuring private rented properties meet required safety and management standards.

This is a fast-paced, entry-level opportunity where full training will be provided. You will be working with a high volume of applications, customer queries, and data, contributing to a busy and proactive team environment. There is opportunity for progression based on performance, including the potential to move onto a fixed-term contract.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Processing Selective Licensing applications accurately using internal systems
  • Handling inbound calls and making outbound calls to support application progress
  • Managing and responding to a high volume of emails
  • Inputting, reviewing, and validating data in line with procedures and quality standards
  • Following detailed procedures and adapting to changes in legislation and processes
  • Liaising with customers and colleagues to resolve queries
  • Prioritising workloads to meet deadlines and performance targets
  • Supporting team call coverage during core hours and meeting service level expectations
  • Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive data appropriately
  • Contributing to continuous improvement and service quality

Required Skills & Experience

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent customer service experience
  • Ability to follow complex procedures with high attention to detail
  • Confident using IT systems and able to quickly learn new software
  • Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload independently
  • Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Additional Information

  • Working Hours: 22 hours per week (flexible across the week)
  • Contract: Agency role with potential progression to a 12-month fixed-term contract
  • Interview Dates: 5th June or 8th June

To apply for the Customer Services Application Officer position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience.

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