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Head of Talent Acquisition at Cox Automotive Europe - We're hiring!
Director of Sales – NextGear Capital
Location: UK with regular meetings in Chester | Function: Enterprise Sales
Lead with Energy. Inspire with Purpose. Drive Real Change.
Join Us to Redefine Vehicle Finance
Cox Automotive, we believe that bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and passionate leadership are the keys to innovation. We’re not just looking for someone to fill a role—we’re looking for someone to energise it.
We’re seeking a Director of Sales to lead our NextGear Capital sales function across the UK. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives on building relationships, motivating teams, and driving strategic growth. If you bring energy, vision, and a university degree, we’re open to your background—whether it’s in finance, tech, retail, logistics, or beyond.
What You’ll Be Driving
* Lead & Inspire: Empower and energise a team of Heads of Sales, Account Managers, and Support Executives to exceed ambitious targets.
* Strategic Growth: Shape and execute dynamic sales strategies that attract new customers and deepen existing partnerships.
* Collaborate & Influence: Work cross-functionally with Credit, Risk, Finance, Marketing, and Legal to deliver seamless customer experiences.
* Customer-Centric Leadership: Build lasting relationships with dealers, vendors, and partners—always putting customer success first.
* Portfolio Oversight: Monitor performance, mitigate risk, and ensure proactive engagement across customer portfolios.
* Industry Representation: Be the face of NextGear at key events, translating strategy into action with clarity and charisma.
What You’ll Bring
* Proven leadership in sales within a fast-paced, results-driven environment
* A natural ability to motivate, coach, and inspire teams
* Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Experience in finance, portfolio management, or customer success
* Familiarity with CRM tools like Salesforce
* Willingness to travel and thrive in high-energy environments
Bonus if you have:
* Experience in the automotive sector (but it’s not essential!)
* A passion for innovation and customer-focused solutions
* A university degree (any discipline)
* Inclusive Culture: We welcome diverse experiences and backgrounds—your story adds value.
* Empowered Leadership: You’ll have the autonomy to make decisions and the support to make them count.
* Collaborative Environment: Work with passionate teams who care deeply about what they do.
* Real Impact: Lead transformation in a business that touches thousands of customers across the UK.
Ready to lead with energy and purpose?
Apply now and help us build a more inclusive, innovative future in vehicle finance.
EEO Statement: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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