Funeral Director

About Us

We are proud members of Funeral Partners Limited, dedicated to providing compassionate and professional funeral services to families. As one of the UK's leading funeral service providers with over 240 funeral homes and nearly 1000 employees, we strive to set new benchmarks for excellence within the profession. Our team combines extensive experience from both within and beyond the funeral industry, fostering a strong and supportive working environment.

Role Overview

Based at G & M Goold Funeral Directors in Chester, this role involves delivering professional and empathetic funeral directing services. The Funeral Director plays a critical role in ensuring seamless funeral day execution, collaborating closely with arrangers and operatives to attend to every detail meticulously.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide sensitive and professional funeral directing services, ensuring every detail is addressed with care and precision.
• Coordinate with the team to ensure smooth operation on funeral days.
• Offer compassionate support to families during difficult times.

Career Progression

This position offers potential career development opportunities, including advancement to roles such as Operations Manager or Area Development Manager, based on performance and skills.

Working Hours and Location

This is a full-time, Monday to Friday role with working hours from 9 AM to 5 PM, located in Chester, England.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range from £31,550 to £33,740 per annum.
• 23 days of annual leave, increasing to 26 days with tenure, plus bank holidays.
• Access to an annual reward scheme and a recognition program.
• Comprehensive training and opportunities to obtain industry-recognized qualifications.
• Provided full uniform for the role.
• Life assurance and pension scheme participation.
• Employee assistance services and support.
• Flexible and family-friendly working policies.
• Additional perks including family and friends discounts, Christmas vouchers, cycle to work scheme, eye care benefits, and a refer-a-friend program.

Candidate Requirements

• Prior experience conducting funerals within the funeral industry.
• Good understanding of funeral processes with the confidence to deliver exceptional service.
• Empathy, professionalism, and a detail-oriented approach to work.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

Funeral Partners Limited is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, and marital status. Reasonable adjustments are available during recruitment upon request.