We take enormous pride from bringing to life P&O Cruises and Cunard; two of the most iconic brands from Britain’s rich seafaring heritage. Our Carnival UK Contact Centre Operation (CCO) team is in search of a Contact Centre Support Team Leader who is crucial in supporting our CCO direction and nurturing a high-performing team.
Your accountabilities will include:
- Responsibility for the successful day to day running of a Contact Centre Team, through strong leadership, motivating, engaging, and coaching staff to deliver exceptional service to our guests and achieve KPIs
- Ensuring support advisors maximize the opportunity to revenue generate across all guest contact interactions, encouraging guests to self-serve where possible
- Work closely with the CCO Manager to Implement strategies to increase First Contact Resolution and a digital first approach line with the overall brand strategy
- Manage pre cruise complaints, taking ownership until fully resolved in line with agreed compensation guidelines
Positioned within our internal structure from CUK15 (entry level) to CUK1 (Brand President), this role is classified as a CUK10, offered as a full-time position, on a permanent basis. This is a hybrid position with 2 days in the office required.
Requirements: Your Expertise and Leadership
To thrive as a Support Team Leader, we're looking for:
- Previous experience in a Team Leader, Supervisor or people management role within a Customer Service environment.
- A track record of coaching and developing others to achieve performance goals.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Experience handling customer escalations and delivering successful outcomes.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- The ability to motivate, engage and support a diverse team.
About You: A Catalyst for Change
We believe that diversity enriches our team. We're interested in candidates who demonstrate:
- Professionalism
- Positive and proactive attitude
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability
Why Join Us?
Working with us is about more than a job. It's about creating unforgettable holiday happiness for our guests and a fulfilling career for you.
Read our employee experience guide to learn more about life as a Carnival UK colleague here.
Our benefits package reflects our commitment to your wellbeing:
- Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers
- Recognition scheme with prizes and awards
- Regular office events including live entertainment, lifestyle events and charity partner fundraisers
- Extensive learning and development opportunities
- Employee-led networks
- Company paid Health Cash Plan and health assessment
- Discounted retail and leisure via discounts portal
- Minimum 25 days leave and bank holiday allowance
Ready to Lead?
If guiding a guest experience team to new heights excites you, we're eager to hear from you. Apply now to start your journey with us, where your performance-led leadership will make a difference in our shared success.
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About Us
Skills Required
- Previous experience as a Team Leader, Supervisor, or people manager in a customer service environment
- Experience coaching and developing employees to achieve performance goals
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Experience handling customer escalations and delivering successful outcomes
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to motivate, engage, and support a diverse team
- Professionalism
- Positive and proactive attitude
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
What We Do
Holland America Group is a cruise operator serving brands including Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, Seabourn, and P&O Australia. Its flagship, Holland America Line, has been a leader in cruising for over 150 years, providing more than 500 annual sailings across seven continents. The group is committed to creating once-in-a-lifetime experiences through excellence in service and exploration of exotic destinations worldwide.
