Careers
Welcome
Thanks for your interest in becoming a Glider. If you've not heard of us before, we're a different energy and telecommunications provider. We're special because we dedicate ourselves to looking after tenants and businesses and to making bills simpler.
At Glide, we believe in hard work in an informal atmosphere that encourages Gliders to express their ideas. We look for talented people who want to work with technology and can tackle problems in a smart and creative way. Gliders enjoy working in a challenging environment that brings out the best in them. Customers and customer service are at the heart of everything we do – our business revolves around our customers.
We have our own in-house customer service, technical support, software development, sales, finance and marketing teams. We remain focused on keeping our costs low through clever automation and systems magic. We are committed to keeping customers informed through honest, clear communication.
Like the sound of us? Well if you think you'd like to become a Glider, please have a look at our current vacancies on the right.
Why choose Glide?
Since 2006 we've worked hard to earn a reputation for looking after tenants and property owners across the UK. Glide is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.
We are growing fast. We've grown from a start-up into a multi-million £ company with over 30,000 customers in the last 5 years. Our Gliders are one of the main reasons why. We're looking for people who want to be part of a fast-moving and dynamic team.
We're a forward-thinking company. We are constantly developing our services to make them better, quicker and smarter. We promise we won't stop innovating.
We're responsible. We're not perfect so when there's a problem, we step up to sort it out.
We're trustworthy. Our customers trust us to do a good job. That means always doing what we say we will.
We're a team. Becoming a Glider means that you'll receive the support and enjoyment of working with like-minded individuals.
We believe in what we do. It's easy to work hard when you enjoy it. We actively promote a healthy work/play balance.
Life at Glide
What's it like to work here?
We believe that hard work in an informal atmosphere gives great results.
We also think that just because you come to work, it doesn't mean you should leave yourself at home. Don't get us wrong, we're professionals but most of us just feel more comfortable in jeans than in a suit.
We're dedicated to providing the best possible environment for our staff.
We offer:
- Roles where you can make an impact with a successful company
- Competitive salaries
- Challenging and stimulating work
- A strong team to participate and flourish within
Other benefits you'll get:
- Discounted employee telephone and broadband
- Death in service benefit (three times salary)
- Childcare vouchers
- Influenza vaccinations
- Quit smoking courses
- Eyecare vouchers
Our Offices
Located in Birmingham City Centre
We're based in Birmingham City Centre which is a fantastic place to work. Our modern offices in the iconic Alpha Tower offer a comfortable environment to work in.
Getting to us
Travelling to Glide is easy. Birmingham city centre boasts excellent public transport links via bus and train.
We're a few minutes away from Birmingham New Street station and 15 minutes walk from Birmingham Snow Hill station.
Our offices are easily accessible via the M6 and there is nearby car parking.
About Birmingham
Glide has grown up in a great city. As the UK's second largest city, there's energy and confidence that clear when you're here.
Proud of its distinctive heritage yet energised by the youngest population in Europe, Birmingham is a dynamic, cosmopolitan, accessible and welcoming city to live and work in.
