Overview
Join the New Car Sales Executive role at Lookers Motor Group Limited (Lookers Colchester Ford). Contract Type: Permanent, full-time. Salary: OTE £50,000 per annum, with basic of £25,000. Hours: 44 hours per week, Monday–Friday 09:00–18:00, Saturday 09:00–17:00, Sunday 11:00–15:00 (one day off in the week and weekends on rota basis).
Responsibilities
* Communicating with customers via email, telephone and in person
* Suggesting suitable vehicles based on customer needs
* Arranging and accompanying customers on test drives
* Negotiating the final price for the sale
* Completing the relevant paperwork for each sale
* Liaising with various departments within the dealership to provide the best service to all our customers
Qualifications
* Strong communication skills; self-motivated to crack on with the job and passionate about what you do; you will be expected to hit targets
* Previous sales experience is desirable; automotive experience is not essential – you should be willing to learn the products inside out to guide customers on their car buying journey
* Full UK driving licence
About us
We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.
Benefits
Core Benefits
* Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
* Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
* Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
* Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments
Health & Wellbeing
* Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
* Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
* Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
* Critical illness cover for peace of mind during life\'s most challenging moments
Financial Wellbeing
* MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
* Free will writing services to help plan for the future
* Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection
Leisure & Lifestyle
* Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
* Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
* Access to home and technology vouchers
* bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts
Lookers and Charles Hurst are equal opportunities employers. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.
If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.
Job details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Sales and Business Development
* Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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