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Assistant Service Manager
Toyota
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Kingston upon Thames, UK
£33,000 - £38,000 yearly
Sep 30, 2025
Customer Service Management Sales & Customer Consultants Full time
We are seeking an experienced and committed
Assistant Aftersales Manager
to work alongside our team of Vehicle Technicians, Apprentices, Service Advisors and our Aftersales Manager.
Assisting the Aftersales Manager,
* You will be responsible for exceeding customer expectations regarding the aftercare of their vehicles.
* Leading the team by personally demonstrating and encouraging the skills and behaviours associated with a Customer First philosophy.
* You will oversee scheduling, task delegation, and performance monitoring while maintaining a hands-on approach to support the team.
* As the primary escalation point for complex or high-priority cases, you will use your expertise and problem-solving skills to resolve issues effectively and enhance overall customer satisfaction.
* Participating fully in all aspects of centre management, working with colleagues across the business including Service, Parts and Workshop to provide a seamless service to customers and progress the business across all disciplines
KEY TASKS
* Building Rapport with customers to ensure their journey is seamless, improving all areas of customer satisfaction by measuring and monitoring all feedback
* Assisting to ensure that the work carried out by the aftersales department achieves the required levels of profitability, work quality and customer satisfaction
* To assist in identifying any weaknesses throughout the aftersales operation and support colleagues to make relevant improvements
* Assisting the Aftersales Manager with general administration and report generating functions
* Ensuring a high standard of departmental housekeeping is maintained at all times
* Any other adhoc duties / projects required by the Aftersales Manager
Person Specification
* Excellent customer service skills with a passion for working with people.
* Record of working within customer services or a customer-facing role in the retail industry.
* Able to take initiative and ownership of issues; is proactive, has a 'can-do' attitude.
* Previous Supervision/ leadership experience
* Willingness to learn, develop and keep up-to-date with technical/product information.
* Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
* Strong people/communication skills.
* Is a team player willing to support your colleagues
* Has the ability to build relationships and display empathy
* Holds a full UK driving licence.
What's On Offer/ Benefits
* Workplace Pension Scheme
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Eyecare Vouchers
* Loyalty & Long Service Awards
* Life Insurance
* Employee Assistance programme
* Employee Discounts
* Car Leasing Scheme
* Training and on-going development with the Award-Winning Toyota Academy
Opportunity for career progression
Brand
Toyota
Centre Name
Currie Motors Kingston
Centre Profile
Established some eighty years ago and today one of the most prominent family-owned motor retail groups in England; we are also recognised as one of the most successful specialists in the sale of pre-owned cars. Currie Motors' business philosophy is encapsulated in the internationally known slogan "Nice People to Do Business With".
Our personal and transparent service has helped us to become one of London's most respected dealership groups, and the quality of our service sees many satisfied motorists return for their future motoring needs.
About Toyota
As one of the most famous brands in the world, here at Toyota, we put 'kaizen' or continuous improvement at the centre of everything we do. From the impact we have on the world around us, to building cars, to the experience a customer has in our retailers, we are always looking for ways to make things better. We recognise the importance of our people to the brand and are recognised as one of the best in providing automotive training, our team will help you to develop your skills and realise your ambitions.
Joining the Toyota team means that you will have the opportunity to be at the heart of our innovative brand, and really make a positive impact at the retailer you work for.
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