SCUK Data Administration Team Leader (6 Month FTC)
Country: United Kingdom
Santander Consumer Finance (SCUK) is one of the UK’s Leading Motor Finance companies and we are currently looking for a Data Administration Team Leader to join our Data Access & Commissions department on a 6 Month Fixed Term Contract.
In this important role you will be responsible for delivering high service standards in an ever-changing, quick-paced environment. You will provide support and guidance to your team, handling customer contact on behalf of SCUK and its Joint Ventures, received through various channels, including DSAR’s and complaints. You will be tasked with mentoring, coaching and developing your team members to ensure they fulfil their potential and offer excellent customer service.
In this role you will be required to work on a shift pattern working either 09:00-17:00 or 12:00-20:00.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Monitoring and producing daily and weekly statistics for the team including quality, performance, adherence, teamwork and attitude
- Developing, implementing and managing effective, consistent processes
- Resolving any issues relating to the day-to-day management of the team
- Coaching team members to deliver outstanding customer service
- Improving quality of service through reduction in errors and adherence to service standards whilst maintaining response quality and escalation rates
- Identifying areas for improvement in infrastructure and processes with the view to automate as much as possible
- Developing/maintaining KPI’s for a team of approximately 10 individuals
- Liaising with other departments to ensure smooth cross-contact and learning progress
- Playing an integral role in supporting the Data Access & Commissions Oversight Manager
- Ensuring SCUK’s values and culture are always maintained
- Providing thematic responses to trends with the confidence to approach individual cases
- Dealing with or escalating identified risks in relation to SCUK risk policies and/or legislative and regulatory guidelines in accordance with the Santander UK group risk framework
What we’re looking for someone who has:
- Previous management experience in a Contact Centre or Financial Services environment
- Their own initiative to resolve complex customer queries & complaints
- The ability to communicate ideas and issues effectively to colleagues and customers
- Excellent people management and interpersonal skills
- The ability to work to tight deadlines and cope under pressure
- Excellent attention to detail, and who can apply high quality standards to all tasks
- Strong written communication skills
- Planning and organising skills
- Receptive to change
We have a range of benefits available which include:
- Competitive salary of £34,000 - £40,000 (dependent on skills & experience)
- 27 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays
- Annual bonus based on personal and company performance
- £500 flexible benefit allowance
- Generous pension contributions
- Employee assistance programme
- Sharesave scheme
- Gym passes at a reduced rate for 3,000 gyms, leisure centres etc
Other things to note:
- You will be required to work on site at the SCUK Redhill office full time for the first month, after this time hybrid working will be available (3 days in the office, 2 days a week remote working)
Inclusion
At Santander we’re creating a thriving workplace where all colleagues feel they belong and are supported to succeed. We all help to make Santander a workplace that celebrates diversity and attracts, retains and develops the most talented and committed people through living our values of Simple, Personal, and Fair.
At Santander Consumer Finance we have a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, bullying, harassment (including sexual) or victimisation of any kind.
What are the next steps:
If you are interested in this role and believe you have the skills, experience, and knowledge then we’d love to hear from you. Please go ahead and click apply which will take you through some questions and allow you to submit your CV and covering letter.
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Retirement Support — A dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match up to 6% of eligible pay and immediate vesting are highlighted as core strengths, supporting long‑term savings. This is reinforced by company‑paid disability and life/AD&D coverage that bolster financial security.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off typically ranges from 18–30 days in the U.S. with 11 paid holidays, plus dedicated volunteer and development time; the UK features a minimum of 25 days with buy/sell options. Some roles also use self‑managed PTO, offering additional flexibility depending on team norms.
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Parental & Family Support — U.S. parental benefits include 8 weeks paid for all parents and a total of 16 weeks paid for birth mothers, with flexibility for reduced hours around childbirth. Caregiver leave and dependent‑care programs add further family support.
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