DIGNITY FUNERALS LIMITED
New Romney, Kent
Position: Senior Funeral Director Location: Romney Marsh Funeral Directors, New Romney Job Type: Full-time, permanent Salary: From £33,000.00 per annum Why This Role Matters As a Senior Funeral Director, you will be responsible for team performance, development, and operational leadership, supporting the Cluster Manager in achieving business objectives. This role ensures consistent compliance, client satisfaction, and staff excellence, fostering a culture of empathy, professionalism, and continuous improvement. The Role A Senior Funeral Director leads funeral home front-of-house operations, ensuring compassionate, high-quality care for families and exceptional service delivery. This role encompasses all responsibilities of a Funeral Director with added focus on direct line management of Funeral Service Arrangers and Funeral Directors. This is a rewarding and multifaceted leadership position that combines business acumen with empathy and a commitment to service. You'll take ownership of operations, people, client satisfaction, and local marketing initiatives, helping your brand succeed as a trusted presence in the community. Key Responsibilities: Build empathetic relationships with families, supporting them through the whole funeral journey. Ensure all funeral arrangements are respectful, appropriate, and reflect the client's wishes. Oversee the complete delivery of funeral services from planning through execution. Provide day-to-day line management of Funeral Service Arrangers and Funeral Directors, including regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and training support. Ensuring compliance with operational standards and procedures within the Funeral and Crematoria divisions. Foster a positive, professional team culture that reflects company values. Support the Cluster Manager in overseeing branch performance, audits, and compliance processes. Identify service gaps and recommend improvements to processes and training. Provide compassionate support to families beyond regular working hours when needed. About You We're looking for someone who: Is comfortable leading and motivating a team to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, presentation, and service delivery. Is empathetic, service-oriented, and committed to excellent client outcomes Understands the nature of the role and is prepared to assist families whenever needed, ensuring continuous care and operational effectiveness. Can follow strict procedures, maintain accurate records, and ensure adherence to legal and company regulations. Is confident working independently and thrives on delivering results Has excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving skills Is digitally savvy and comfortable using Microsoft Office and scheduling tools Desirable experience: Background in leading, mentoring, and motivating a team to maintain high service standards. Understanding of funeral or service-based industries Understanding of operational efficiency, service offerings, and financial considerations within the funeral industry. What We Offer A meaningful leadership role with real community impact Full training and support from regional and central teams 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Company pension, life assurance, and employee assistance programme BUPA private healthcare (Self) Annual company bonus What are the next steps? If this sounds like the right role for you and you're ready to bring care and professionalism to an essential service, click the 'apply' button. A member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps. About Us At Dignity, we're here for families when it matters most. With compassion, professionalism, and integrity at the heart of everything we do, we take pride in supporting people through one of life's most difficult moments. Every member of our team plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional service and care to those who rely on us. With over 500 funeral homes across the UK, Dignity Funerals is a trusted presence in local communities, operating under respected and well-known local names. We're proud to offer a truly personal and attentive service - one that's tailored to the individual needs and wishes of every family we support. We're also part of the wider Dignity Group, a growing organisation with the unique ability to support every aspect of end-of-life planning and care. This includes: Our Crematoria and Memorials Group, managing 45 crematoria nationwide Dignity Funeral Plans, giving people peace of mind by allowing them to plan ahead The recently acquired Farewill, a leading provider of online wills and probate services Together, our goal is simple: to provide families with continuity, care, and clarity - from planning and preparation through to the funeral itself, and beyond. FCA Statement Please note that this role is subject to meeting regulatory requirements. As an FCA-regulated organisation, we are committed to upholding the highest standards, which we achieve by employing individuals with the appropriate skills, experience, and integrity to protect both the company and our clients. If you are considered for a role, you will be asked to provide your permission for us to conduct the relevant checks and assessments that will be carried out during the recruitment and onboarding process. The nature of the checks will depend on whether the role is subject to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR). Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement Our Vision is to connect with our clients, colleagues, company, and communities based on our principles, while celebrating our differences. We aim to empower leaders and colleagues to seek out and understand new voices and perspectives; to be vocal about inequity and exclusion, and to take decisive, informed and bold action to promote inclusion and belonging. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate, and no fees will be payable. We reserve the right, depending on the number of applications, to close or extend the closing dates for positions; therefore, we recommend submitting an early application. JBRP1_UKTJ
Position: Senior Funeral Director Location: Romney Marsh Funeral Directors, New Romney Job Type: Full-time, permanent Salary: From £33,000.00 per annum Why This Role Matters As a Senior Funeral Director, you will be responsible for team performance, development, and operational leadership, supporting the Cluster Manager in achieving business objectives. This role ensures consistent compliance, client satisfaction, and staff excellence, fostering a culture of empathy, professionalism, and continuous improvement. The Role A Senior Funeral Director leads funeral home front-of-house operations, ensuring compassionate, high-quality care for families and exceptional service delivery. This role encompasses all responsibilities of a Funeral Director with added focus on direct line management of Funeral Service Arrangers and Funeral Directors. This is a rewarding and multifaceted leadership position that combines business acumen with empathy and a commitment to service. You'll take ownership of operations, people, client satisfaction, and local marketing initiatives, helping your brand succeed as a trusted presence in the community. Key Responsibilities: Build empathetic relationships with families, supporting them through the whole funeral journey. Ensure all funeral arrangements are respectful, appropriate, and reflect the client's wishes. Oversee the complete delivery of funeral services from planning through execution. Provide day-to-day line management of Funeral Service Arrangers and Funeral Directors, including regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and training support. Ensuring compliance with operational standards and procedures within the Funeral and Crematoria divisions. Foster a positive, professional team culture that reflects company values. Support the Cluster Manager in overseeing branch performance, audits, and compliance processes. Identify service gaps and recommend improvements to processes and training. Provide compassionate support to families beyond regular working hours when needed. About You We're looking for someone who: Is comfortable leading and motivating a team to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, presentation, and service delivery. Is empathetic, service-oriented, and committed to excellent client outcomes Understands the nature of the role and is prepared to assist families whenever needed, ensuring continuous care and operational effectiveness. Can follow strict procedures, maintain accurate records, and ensure adherence to legal and company regulations. Is confident working independently and thrives on delivering results Has excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving skills Is digitally savvy and comfortable using Microsoft Office and scheduling tools Desirable experience: Background in leading, mentoring, and motivating a team to maintain high service standards. Understanding of funeral or service-based industries Understanding of operational efficiency, service offerings, and financial considerations within the funeral industry. What We Offer A meaningful leadership role with real community impact Full training and support from regional and central teams 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Company pension, life assurance, and employee assistance programme BUPA private healthcare (Self) Annual company bonus What are the next steps? If this sounds like the right role for you and you're ready to bring care and professionalism to an essential service, click the 'apply' button. A member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps. About Us At Dignity, we're here for families when it matters most. With compassion, professionalism, and integrity at the heart of everything we do, we take pride in supporting people through one of life's most difficult moments. Every member of our team plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional service and care to those who rely on us. With over 500 funeral homes across the UK, Dignity Funerals is a trusted presence in local communities, operating under respected and well-known local names. We're proud to offer a truly personal and attentive service - one that's tailored to the individual needs and wishes of every family we support. We're also part of the wider Dignity Group, a growing organisation with the unique ability to support every aspect of end-of-life planning and care. This includes: Our Crematoria and Memorials Group, managing 45 crematoria nationwide Dignity Funeral Plans, giving people peace of mind by allowing them to plan ahead The recently acquired Farewill, a leading provider of online wills and probate services Together, our goal is simple: to provide families with continuity, care, and clarity - from planning and preparation through to the funeral itself, and beyond. FCA Statement Please note that this role is subject to meeting regulatory requirements. As an FCA-regulated organisation, we are committed to upholding the highest standards, which we achieve by employing individuals with the appropriate skills, experience, and integrity to protect both the company and our clients. If you are considered for a role, you will be asked to provide your permission for us to conduct the relevant checks and assessments that will be carried out during the recruitment and onboarding process. The nature of the checks will depend on whether the role is subject to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR). Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement Our Vision is to connect with our clients, colleagues, company, and communities based on our principles, while celebrating our differences. We aim to empower leaders and colleagues to seek out and understand new voices and perspectives; to be vocal about inequity and exclusion, and to take decisive, informed and bold action to promote inclusion and belonging. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate, and no fees will be payable. We reserve the right, depending on the number of applications, to close or extend the closing dates for positions; therefore, we recommend submitting an early application. JBRP1_UKTJ
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited
Bristol, Gloucestershire
Corporate Partnerships Development Manager Permanent £50,000 £55,000 per annum, depending on experience Commission scheme of up to 20% of your basic salary Car allowance of £6,000 per annum About Our Client Our client occupies a unique, privileged position. They are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Client s Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What You'll Be Doing: Identifying and securing new corporate partnerships across financial services, IFAs, will writers, funeral directors, and related professional sectors to drive strategic growth. Developing and implementing corporate partnership strategy in collaboration with senior leadership, including business development and account management frameworks. Managing the full lifecycle of corporate partnerships from initial opportunity identification through implementation and ongoing account management. Building and maintaining strong relationships with partner organisations through regular engagement, strategic collaboration, and proactive support to grow referrals and embed our client s services. Representing our client at industry networking events and meetings to build awareness, generate leads, and establish face-to-face relationships with potential partners. Achieving and exceeding sales targets through effective opportunity identification, lead generation, and performance tracking using data, MI, and CRM systems. What They re Looking For: Demonstrable Corporate Partnership expertise from at least 4 5 years in a corporate partnership role. Business Development experience in professional services (ideally probate) for at least 4 5 years. Account Management experience for at least 3 4 years. B2B networking and relationship management capabilities. Mid to senior management experience with strategic awareness and implementation capability. Probate or professional services sector knowledge. CRM proficiency (HubSpot experience desirable). Evidence of consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets and KPIs. The Type of Person You'll Be: A strategic thinker with strong commercial awareness who quickly understands partner potential and ROI. Proactive and self-motivated, working autonomously to identify opportunities and drive business development. A confident communicator comfortable across multiple channels email, phone, and face-to-face engagement. Resilient and results-oriented, thriving in a fast-paced sales environment with determination to succeed. Collaborative and detail-oriented, ensuring seamless integration with internal teams and consistent messaging. What They Can Offer You Our client believes in rewarding great work. For this role, they offer the following benefits: £50,000 £55,000 per annum, depending on experience. Commission scheme of up to 20% of your basic salary. Car allowance of £6,000 per annum. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Long Service Leave. Health Cash Plan Cash back for Dental, Optical, and other treatments. Employee discounts across a range of products and services. Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy. Company pension scheme matching up to 5%. Income protection insurance. Life assurance policy. Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation). Cycle to work scheme. Employee Assistance Programme. Where You ll Be Working Our client looks for their Corporate Partnerships Development Manager to work from the office in central Bristol, 3 to 4 days a week. In addition, there is the requirement to travel to Partner locations across the UK, as the need arises. Hiring Process What to Expect They like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here s what you can expect: Application review They review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat A call with the HR and Talent team to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but they aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview This is your competency-based interview with Simon Brand (Head of Sales), Charlotte (HR and Talent Advisor) and Paul Toghill (CEO) (up to 90mins). Task or Presentation A chance to showcase your skills. This will be part of your interview. Feedback They will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support They want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout their hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that s for your interview or any part of the process, please let them know. They re happy to have a conversation about how they can best support you. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Our client is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. They believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience nothing else. They re proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything they do. If this opportunity excites you and you d like to consider joining our client, please apply today with your CV!
Corporate Partnerships Development Manager Permanent £50,000 £55,000 per annum, depending on experience Commission scheme of up to 20% of your basic salary Car allowance of £6,000 per annum About Our Client Our client occupies a unique, privileged position. They are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Client s Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What You'll Be Doing: Identifying and securing new corporate partnerships across financial services, IFAs, will writers, funeral directors, and related professional sectors to drive strategic growth. Developing and implementing corporate partnership strategy in collaboration with senior leadership, including business development and account management frameworks. Managing the full lifecycle of corporate partnerships from initial opportunity identification through implementation and ongoing account management. Building and maintaining strong relationships with partner organisations through regular engagement, strategic collaboration, and proactive support to grow referrals and embed our client s services. Representing our client at industry networking events and meetings to build awareness, generate leads, and establish face-to-face relationships with potential partners. Achieving and exceeding sales targets through effective opportunity identification, lead generation, and performance tracking using data, MI, and CRM systems. What They re Looking For: Demonstrable Corporate Partnership expertise from at least 4 5 years in a corporate partnership role. Business Development experience in professional services (ideally probate) for at least 4 5 years. Account Management experience for at least 3 4 years. B2B networking and relationship management capabilities. Mid to senior management experience with strategic awareness and implementation capability. Probate or professional services sector knowledge. CRM proficiency (HubSpot experience desirable). Evidence of consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets and KPIs. The Type of Person You'll Be: A strategic thinker with strong commercial awareness who quickly understands partner potential and ROI. Proactive and self-motivated, working autonomously to identify opportunities and drive business development. A confident communicator comfortable across multiple channels email, phone, and face-to-face engagement. Resilient and results-oriented, thriving in a fast-paced sales environment with determination to succeed. Collaborative and detail-oriented, ensuring seamless integration with internal teams and consistent messaging. What They Can Offer You Our client believes in rewarding great work. For this role, they offer the following benefits: £50,000 £55,000 per annum, depending on experience. Commission scheme of up to 20% of your basic salary. Car allowance of £6,000 per annum. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Long Service Leave. Health Cash Plan Cash back for Dental, Optical, and other treatments. Employee discounts across a range of products and services. Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy. Company pension scheme matching up to 5%. Income protection insurance. Life assurance policy. Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation). Cycle to work scheme. Employee Assistance Programme. Where You ll Be Working Our client looks for their Corporate Partnerships Development Manager to work from the office in central Bristol, 3 to 4 days a week. In addition, there is the requirement to travel to Partner locations across the UK, as the need arises. Hiring Process What to Expect They like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here s what you can expect: Application review They review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat A call with the HR and Talent team to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but they aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview This is your competency-based interview with Simon Brand (Head of Sales), Charlotte (HR and Talent Advisor) and Paul Toghill (CEO) (up to 90mins). Task or Presentation A chance to showcase your skills. This will be part of your interview. Feedback They will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support They want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout their hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that s for your interview or any part of the process, please let them know. They re happy to have a conversation about how they can best support you. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Our client is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. They believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience nothing else. They re proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything they do. If this opportunity excites you and you d like to consider joining our client, please apply today with your CV!
