We Take Calls is a dedicated, UK based call handling service. We Take Calls (formerly the Sussex Business Bureau), set up in 2009 by Jo Yates-Smith, continues to go from strength to strength and now offers clients more competitive call handling packages and an extensive range of additional business services.
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In 2024 we rebranded and investment in new technology. As we pass our 16th year in business, this has provided us with the ability to compete effortlessly with larger call answering services.
Jo heads a team of highly skilled telephone receptionists who are passionate about helping businesses grow. We have added extra services and provide an efficient and effective personalised call service for a wide range of businesses.
The new company can now offer exceptional value to businesses of all sizes, and a range of call packages with daily reports without compromising your caller experience. If you are looking for high-quality outsourced provision with a high level of technology and a dedicated receptionist, please get in touch and let’s chat.

Business Owner
Jo is the driving force behind We Take Calls ®. With years of experience in customer service management and personalised call-handling support, she leads the business with one clear focus: every client should feel uniquely looked after.
As Director, Jo oversees operations, ensures service quality, and works closely with clients to understand their individual needs. Her hands-on approach means every solution is tailored, consistent, and delivered with the professionalism we’re known for.
And if you know Jo, you know she doesn’t just network — she lights up every room she walks into. With her energy, warmth, and passion for building relationships, she has well and truly earned her title as The Networking Queen 👑✨.

Senior Manager Receptionist/Administrator
If there’s one person who keeps We Take Calls ® running like clockwork, it’s Kelly. After 10 years with the company, she’s not just our Office Manager — she’s the calm, organised heartbeat behind everything we do.
Kelly is the person who knows every process, every client, and every tiny detail that makes our service feel so personal. Always steady, always supportive, and always one step ahead… we honestly don’t know what we’d do without her! ✨
Here’s to Kelly — the queen of organisation, consistency, and keeping the whole team smiling 📞💛

Sue is the person who makes callers feel heard, supported, and genuinely looked after. Her calm approach, reliability, and natural ability to connect with people are a huge part of what makes our personalised service so special.
And beyond the phones? Sue is our holiday go-to guide — the one we all turn to for travel tips, hidden gems, and brilliant recommendations ✈️☀️
We’re so lucky to have Sue — the definition of steady, kind, and consistently brilliant 💛✨

Jeanette is the kind of person who truly cares about everything she does — every caller, every message, every detail. Her warmth and genuine commitment shine through in every interaction, making clients feel valued and supported from the very first hello.
And when she’s not in the office? You’ll usually find Jeanette topping up her vitamin D in the sunshine — her favourite way to unwind and recharge ☀️💛
Thoughtful, reliable, and always giving 100%… Jeanette is a huge part of what makes our service so personal and so trusted 💛

Say hello to Lutfiah, a key part of our call-handling team for the past nearly 5 years — and the one we all run to when the tech gremlins strike!
Not only is she a friendly and reassuring voice for our clients, but she’s also our IT wiz, keeping our systems smooth, organised, and running at their absolute best.
And if there’s one thing we all know about Lutfiah… she loves her 11’s snacks 🤭🍪 — a well-earned little treat that keeps her fuelled and smiling through the day!
Smart, calm, and brilliantly resourceful, she brings both tech savvy and warmth to every shift. We’re endlessly grateful for her steady support and her ability to sort things out before anyone else even notices 💛💻📞

📞 Meet Sam — Call Handler, & Just-over -2-Year Rising Star ✨
Say hello to Sam, one of the friendly, reassuring voices behind We Take Calls ®.
With just over 2 years on the team, Sam has quickly become a standout call handler — calm, professional, and brilliant at supporting callers with exactly what they need. He brings a steady presence to even the busiest days and always goes the extra mile to make sure every message is handled with care.
And when she’s not helping our callers? Sam is a big dog lover — the team’s go-to for puppy stories, dog pics, and canine chat 🐶💛
Reliable, warm, and an absolute asset to the team… we’re so happy to have Sam as part of the We Take Calls ® family 💛📞

✨Meet Ella — Call Handler, Receptionist & Our Full-Circle Superstar 💛
Say hello to Ella, who first joined We Take Calls ® 9 years ago as an apprentice — and now she’s back, and absolutely smashing everything she does!
Since returning 1 year ago, Ella has hit the ground running as both a call handler and receptionist. She’s warm, quick, organised, and brilliant at making callers and walk-ins feel instantly looked after.
It’s been amazing to see her come full circle — growing from an apprentice into a confident, capable, and hugely valued member of the team. We’re so proud to have her back where she belongs 💛📞✨

🌊📞 Meet Carol — Call Handler, Cold-Water Swimmer & Our Paddleboarding Pro ✨
Say hello to Carol, who joined the We Take Calls ® team 6 months ago and has quickly become a brilliant part of our call-handling team!
Friendly, confident and always ready to get stuck in, Carol brings plenty of energy to the office and makes sure every caller is welcomed and looked after.
And when she’s not answering calls? You’ll probably find her in — or on — the sea! 🌊 Carol loves cold-water swimming, is a trained BSUPA Paddleboard Instructor and even holds an ASA Gold Lifesaver Award. She’s also the very proud owner of her 10’6″ inflatable paddleboard!
When she’s back on dry land, Carol loves running, cycling, music festivals and spending time with her grandchildren. She also owns a lovely seafront Airbnb in Saltdean — so it’s safe to say the seaside really is Carol’s happy place! 🌊💛
Adventurous, energetic and always on the go… we’re so happy to have Carol as part of the We Take Calls ® family 💛📞✨

🍰📞 Meet Brintha — Call Handler, Foodie & Our Office Treat Supplier ✨
Say hello to Brintha, who joined the We Take Calls ® team 4 months ago and has already become a lovely part of the team!
With a university background in Finance and Accounting, Brintha brings a great eye for detail to her role and is always happy to get stuck in and help wherever she can.
Outside of work, Brintha loves spending time with her son and has a real passion for cooking — especially Sri Lankan food. 🇱🇰🍛
She’s also quickly earned a reputation in the office for regularly arriving with treats and naughty snacks for the team — something we’re definitely not complaining about! 🍰🍫
Kind, caring and always thinking of others, we’re so pleased to have Brintha as part of the We Take Calls ® family 💛📞✨

📚🐾 Meet Millie — Call Handler, Book Lover & Our Newest Team Member ✨
Say hello to Millie, our newest member of the We Take Calls ® team, who joined us nearly 2 months ago and is already settling in brilliantly!
Millie has quickly become a lovely addition to the team, bringing a friendly and calm approach to her role and always being ready to learn something new.
When she’s not at work, Millie loves nothing more than relaxing with a good book, usually with her cat Primrose and dog Rocky keeping her company. 📚🐱🐶
She also loves exploring new places and discovering different foods from around the world whenever she gets the chance — so there’s always another destination (or dish!) waiting to be discovered. 🌍🍜
Friendly, easy-going and always keen for a new adventure, we’re really pleased to have Millie as part of the We Take Calls ® family 💛📞✨

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