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KBR Contact Centre Manager (FTC to End May 2027) in Swindon, United Kingdom

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Contact Centre Manager (FTC to End May 2027)

This role is FTC until End May 2027

We are seeking an experienced Helpdesk Manager to lead our 24/7 Customer Service team and oversee the delivery of high‑quality services to Government departments. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in Contact Centre/Helpdesk environments, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for driving service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Service Desk Leadership

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of helpdesk management and Operators

  • Manage daily operations of the helpdesk to ensure timely, effective service delivery

  • Oversee staff scheduling, workload distribution, and performance management.

Service Delivery & Improvement

  • Develop and maintain service standards, SLAs, and KPIs to ensure consistent service quality.

  • Monitor metrics and performance data to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for improvement.

  • Implement process improvements, automation, and best practices aligned with Contact Centre frameworks.

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as the primary escalation point for complex or high‑priority issues.

  • Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, providing updates on service performance and incident progress.

  • Maintain a customer-centric focus, ensuring excellent user experiences.

Tools & Technology Management

  • Manage helpdesk systems and tools (e.g. Telephony systems, remote support software, monitoring tools).

  • Evaluate and recommend enhancements or new technologies to improve support efficiency.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a Helpdesk/Contact Centre Manager or customer service support leadership role.

  • Strong understanding of Customer Experience principles and service management best practices.

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

  • Experience working with Helpdesk/Contact Centre platforms

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, make decisions under pressure, and drive service improvements.

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