Buzz about expanding company
104 JOBS AVAILABLE AS BOLDON FIRM CONTINUES TO ATTRACT BUSINESSES
More than 100 jobs are up for grabs as a contact centre expands its business.
EC Outsourcing, based in Boldon Business Park, has signed a new deal with Buzz Bingo, formerly known as Gala Leisure Ltd, and is expanding services it provides to Economy Energy, resulting in 104 new jobs.
The company already employs about 300 members of staff and the new intake will see the workforce rise to more than 400, working across 10 campaigns for six major clients.
Nathan Cumiskey, business development and operations manager, who will be overseeing the Buzz Bingo campaign, said: “It’s great to see big brand names recognising the North East as an investable place to do business and we’re proud to be able to contribute a steady flow of jobs to the region.
“These are fresh and exciting job roles and definitewhich ly something different. We’re looking for fun and energetic individuals who love talking to new people and building new relationships.”
EC Outsourcing has been appointed to handle Buzz Bingo’s chat hosting service, has seen 30 roles created. It has also had the go ahead from existing client Economy Energy to grow its customer service campaign, taking on more customer service advisors.
Stevie Shaves, digital director at Buzz Bingo, said: “Our customers are the most important part of our business.
“Chat hosts play an integral part in building the unique relationships we pride ourselves on having with our customers and given EC’s experience and reputation in the gaming industry, we’re confident we’ve made a great partnership.”