Customer service supervisors Salary
Median salary £34,033 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.
Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £34,000 after tax and National Insurance →
For customer service supervisors, £35,723 is the typical (median) pay. That is below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -8.0% versus the national average.
About this role
Customer service supervisors handle customer enquiries, complaints and requests, ensuring a positive experience and timely resolution. They communicate via telephone, email, chat or in person, following processes to resolve issues and maintain customer satisfaction.
Key responsibilities
- Handling customer enquiries, complaints and requests
- Resolving issues efficiently and escalating when necessary
- Recording interactions and maintaining customer records
- Meeting service level targets and quality standards
- Providing product or service information to customers
Qualifications and entry routes
No specific qualifications are always required, but NVQ/Diploma in Customer Service, good communication skills and IT literacy are expected. Many roles provide on-the-job training.
Career outlook
AI and automation are transforming customer service, but complex, relationship-based sales and service roles remain in demand. Career progression often leads to management or specialist roles.
Key skills
Common industries
- Financial services
- Telecommunications
- Utilities
- Retail
- Public sector
Data coverage
Median Salary
£34,033
Mean Salary
£36,147
Jobs (000s)
18k
Data Years
11 years
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£20,881
0-2 years
Mid Level
£27,262
3-7 years
Salary Trend (2015-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: 6.8%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
All Employees
£34,033
Full-time Only
£35,723
Full-time premium: +£1,690
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Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).
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