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As a Customer Support Apprentice, you'll join a supportive and dynamic team where you'll gain valuable hands-on experience while developing the skills and knowledge needed for a successful future career.\nThis is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is customer-focused, eager to learn, and looking to build a career within a global organisation.\nWhat will you be doing?\nAs a Customer Support Apprentice, you'll become an important part of our Sales Development team, supporting customers and helping deliver an exceptional customer experience.\nYour responsibilities will include:\n Managing customer enquiries through telephone, email and online channels.\n Supporting customers with quotations and general service enquiries.\n Working closely with Sales and Pricing teams to progress opportunities.\n Following up customer requests and providing timely responses.\n Assisting with collections activity and billing administration.\n Resolving customer queries and ensuring issues are managed through to completion.\n Building positive relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.\n Learning about DHL Express products, services and sales processes.\n Identifying opportunities to support customer retention and business growth.\n Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll receive structured training, coaching and development to help you build the skills needed for long-term success.\nWhat are we looking for?\nWe're looking for someone with enthusiasm, a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.\nEssential Skills & Attributes\n Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.\n Strong customer service focus.\n Good organisational and time management skills.\n High attention to detail.\n Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.\n Confident using Microsoft Office and digital systems.\n Positive, proactive and professional approach.\n Eagerness to learn and develop new skills.\n Experience & Qualifications\n No previous logistics or sales experience required.\n GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths preferred.\n Eligible to undertake a UK apprenticeship programme (must have lived in the UK for three years or more)\n Relevant right to work in the UK\n Passion for customer service and delivering great customer experiences.\n What can DHL Express offer you?\nAt DHL Express, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We offer a competitive rewards package and a genuine opportunity to develop your career.\nBenefits include:\nCompetitive salary\nApprenticeship qualification and structured development programme\n22 days holiday plus bank holidays\nCompany pension scheme\nLife assurance\nEnhanced maternity pay\nGenerous company sick pay\nEmployee Assistance Programme\nRetail, entertainment and gym discounts\nCash dental plan and healthcare benefits\nCareer progression opportunities within DHL Express\nAccess to industry-leading training and development\nWhat makes DHL Express great?\nWe are consistently recognised as a Great Place to Work and invest heavily in creating an environment where our people can thrive. We believe in supporting our employees to achieve their full potential and providing opportunities to grow across our business.\nDHL Express is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves.\nReady to begin your career with DHL Express?\nIf you're enthusiastic, customer-focused and ready to take the first step in a rewarding career with a global market leader, we'd love to hear from you.\nApply today and start your journey with DHL Express.\nWe are committed to equal opportunity and reject any forms of discrimination. 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