The Burslem firm, which specialises in van and car insurance, has pledged to boost its 600-strong workforce with the hundreds of new recruits – including 60 apprentices – over the next 12 months.
Autonet's latest jobs drive comes just weeks after the company was acquired by global investment group HPS Investment Partners.
And potential new employees were invited to an open day at the firm's Nile Street headquarters on SaturdaRead more: Autonet sale marks 'next chapter' for Burslem company
PR and marketing executive, Donna Sturge, said: “Autonet is a growing business, it is one of the fastest growing businesses in the area and we need more staff to support that.
“We are looking for people who want a career. Some people think of call centres as a bit of a stop gap job before moving on to other things, but there is a lot of progression opportunities within Autonet.
“Our staff get the chance to work their way through the business and earn qualifications, we also offer a lot of staff incentives."
Most of the roles being created are in the customer service and sales departments and all of the positions will be offered on a permanent basis.
All of the company's new recruits will take part in a 10 week training course at the Autonet training academy, in Hobson Street, Burslem.Donna added: “People get put off when you say 'call centre' but we work in an enthusiastic environment. The open day was a chance for people to see exactly what we are all about.
“We want people who are committed to having a good career, we want them to be passionate about customer service and people who can demonstrate their loyalty. They also need to be lively and enthusiastic."
Dave Dulla, sales and renewals assistant manager, has worked at Autonet for more than seven years.
He said: “When I first joined the company I had just finished university. I didn't really know what I wanted to do but my brother worked in sales so I decided to give it a go.
“I started off as a renewals advisor then went on to become a team leader where I got the chance to manage my own team. Last year, I applied for my current position and I'm really enjoying it.
"It's a lot of hard work but if you are willing to put the effort in and you want to progress then Autonet gives you those opportunities."
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Self employed painter and decorator Nicky Dawson was among the job-seekers at the open day.
The 29-year-old, of Goldenhill, applied for the position of inbound sales advisor. He said: “I've been self employed for 12 years now and it's just got to that stage where I want a career and somewhere where I can progress.
“I know a few people who work at Autonet and it seems a really good company to work for.
“All of the staff are really helpful and friendly and I would feel confident that I'd have a good support network if I worked there."
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