Trainee Sales Executive – Fish Brothers Skoda
Starting Salary: £26, During Training)
Uncapped Commission Structure Upon Completion of Training
At Fish Brothers, we've been helping the people of Swindon with their motoring needs for more than 75 years. As a multi-franchise dealer group, we're proud of our strong reputation, but it's our people who make the real difference. We believe in creating a supportive and rewarding workplace where talent can thrive, and where going the extra mile for our customers comes naturally. Many of our team have built long and successful careers with us and now we're looking for the next person to join our journey.
Are you passionate about delivering excellent customer service and looking to start a rewarding career in the automotive industry? Fish Brothers Skoda in Swindon has an exciting opportunity for a driven and enthusiastic individual to join our sales team as a Trainee Sales Executive.
What We Offer:
* Competitive starting salary during training: £26,349.18
* Uncapped commission once trained and fully established in the role
* Generous benefits package, including:
* 23–27 days holiday (plus birthday leave)
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Salary sacrifice nursery fees
* Life assurance
* Contributory pension scheme
* Healthcare cash plan
* Competitive bonus scheme
* Staff car purchase scheme
About the Role:
As a Trainee Sales Executive, you will receive full training in the vehicle sales process—from initial enquiry to vehicle handover. You'll learn how to confidently guide customers through their purchase journey while delivering a first-class experience.
Key Responsibilities:
* Build strong customer relationships through clear communication and trust
* Manage enquiries from multiple channels (phone, online, walk-ins)
* Work towards monthly sales and product targets (vehicles, finance, add-ons)
* Maintain accurate customer and vehicle data in line with FCA and GDPR guidelines
* Work proactively to generate new leads and follow up on existing ones
About You:
We're looking for individuals who are:
* Confident communicators with a passion for sales and customer service
* Target-driven and self-motivated
* Professional, personable, and resilient
* Experienced in customer-facing roles such as retail, hospitality, or estate agency
* Hold a full UK driving licence with less than 7 points
Working Hours:
* Monday to Saturday: 8:30am – 6:00pm (with a weekday off in lieu)
* Sundays: Worked on a rota basis
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team and build a successful career in the automotive industry with a respected dealership.
Apply now to begin your journey with Fish Brothers Skoda
Please note that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. If you are interested in applying please apply as soon as possible. Due to the numbers of applications we receive we do not respond to applications unless we wish to progress with your application.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Fish Brothers, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the customers we serve and the community we're part of. We believe that everyone, regardless of background, identity, or experience, should feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, and we encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply including, but not limited to, women, people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £26,349.18 per year
Benefits:
* Company car
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Enhanced paternity leave
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence with less than 7 points (preferred)
Work Location: In person