Overview
Sinclair Motor Group is seeking an exceptional and commercially driven Head of Business to lead our Land Rover operations across Hay on Wye and Newport. This rare opportunity allows you to manage two distinct businesses at pivotal stages, combining the heritage of an award‑winning retailer with the chance to reshape a business with significant long‑term potential. Hay on Wye is one of the most respected Land Rover retailers in the UK, consistently ranked among the very best for customer experience and recognised as a Top 3 UK retailer for client care over four consecutive years. Newport offers a genuine leadership opportunity, undergoing transformation after previous ownership challenges, with progress already made and real potential for future growth. Sinclair Land Rover was recognised as the UK's leading Land Rover Partner, highlighting our strong relationship with the manufacturer and our position within the retailer network.
Responsibilities
* Ensure overall business performance across Hay on Wye and Newport.
* Develop and execute business plans aligned with Group and manufacturer objectives.
* Drive sustainable growth across new vehicle, used vehicle, aftersales, finance and retention performance.
* Lead, coach and develop department managers and their teams to create a high‑performance culture.
* Protect and enhance customer experience standards across both businesses.
* Ensure all regulatory, legal and manufacturer compliance requirements are maintained.
* Monitor and report business performance using key operational and financial measures.
* Ensure optimum use of all material, financial and personnel resources.
* Promote and nurture a client‑care culture consistent with the expectations of Land Rover and Sinclair Motor Group.
Qualifications
* Senior leadership experience within the automotive sector, ideally at the General Sales Manager or Head of Business level.
* Strong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to interpret data and drive performance.
* Excellent communication and influencing skills.
* A proven track record of delivering growth and profitability.
* Ability to lead from the front, inspire teams and build a high‑performance culture.
* A strategic mindset combined with hands‑on operational leadership.
Benefits
* 30 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
* Birthday day off.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* Private health cover.
* Life assurance.
* Access to premium Land Rover models through our management vehicle scheme.
* Staff discounted parts and servicing plus a free MOT every year.
* Recognition of service at 5, 10, 20, 30 and 40 year anniversaries.
* Colleague referral scheme and customer referral scheme.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Employee assistance programme with access to a 24‑hour helpline.
* Sinclair Foundation charitable support for colleagues and families in times of need.
* Development opportunities across Sinclair Group.
* Free on‑site parking.
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