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.
Location
St Helens Vauxhall
Contract Information
Contract Type: Permanent, full-time
Hours: 44 hours per week, Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm
Salary: up to £70,000 OTE (including basic up to £55,000, plus bonus)
Job Overview
We are looking for an ambitious and talented Service Manager to lead the aftersales team. As an Aftersales Manager you will act as a role model for customer service excellence, develop meaningful relationships with customers, coach and motivate the team, and report to the General Manager. Responsibilities include managing all aspects of the department, ensuring performance targets, and driving productivity.
Responsibilities
* Assist in providing guidance, training and appraisals to each of the Service team to encourage a forward‑thinking attitude which will help them achieve their full potential.
* Maximise customer satisfaction by treating everyone as an individual and delivering an exceptional service experience.
* Monitor department performance against budget, identify any shortfall and implement plans to improve performance.
* Analyse local market statistics to identify opportunities within the territory.
* Organise departmental forecasts and reports in a clear and timely manner.
* Manage and own our Customer Satisfaction.
Qualifications
You will have prior experience in a similar premium automotive environment with a proven track record in transactional aftersales and delivering exceptional customer service experiences. You will have experience in leading a highly motivated team and know how to get the best out of each team member. A full UK driving licence is required for this role.
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.
* Optional 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. 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.
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