Receptionist Chester Business Park £14,646 22.5 hours - 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9:00 – 17:00) Accelerate your career with a company that leads the way ! NextGear Capital, part of Cox Automotive Group is a dynamic vehicle funding business committed to delivering innovative solutions to our clients. We leverage advanced third-party systems to streamline operations and enhance customer experiences. Why Join Us & What’s In It For You? As a Cox Automotive team member, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits, including exclusive discounts, cashback offers and our brilliant peer to peer recognition scheme. And there’s even more to enjoy: Option to buy additional holiday days Your birthday off every year - paid One annual Well-Being Day for you to relax and recharge One paid Charity Day to give back and support a cause that matters to you Opportunities for career progression across the Cox Automotive network Competitive pension scheme About The Role To ensure smooth day-to-day office operations, provide professional reception and administrative support and coordinate the organisation’s Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) program. This role contributes to business success by fostering a safe, compliant, and welcoming work environment. This is a newly established role within NextGear Capital, consolidating responsibilities that were previously shared across multiple office staff, thereby ensuring dedicated focus and improved efficiency in these key areas. What You’ll Be Doing Be the first point of contact for visitors, clients and staff, creating a professional and friendly experience. Manage emails and correspondence, ensuring smooth communication flow. Oversee office administration: supplies, filing systems, equipment, and vendor coordination. Schedule appointments, book meeting rooms, and support internal events. Provide admin support to senior management and departments with reports, documentation and data management. Support the rollout of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies and ensure compliance. Deliver HSE inductions and assist with staff safety training. Maintain safety records, incident reports, and risk assessments. Coordinate inspections, drills, and audits. Liaise with our contracted cleaner to ensure facilities are safe, clean, and welcoming. What We’re Looking For Experience in office administration, receptionist/front desk roles, or HSE support. Excellent communication, organisation, and multitasking skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Professional, approachable, and able to handle sensitive information with discretion. Strong interpersonal skills with confidence to work across all levels of the business. Ability to juggle multiple responsibilities across reception, office management, and HSE. A natural “bridge builder” between staff, management and external partners. We’re Committed to Inclusion We are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in all its forms. We are a place where you can be you. Ready To Join Our Team & Make A Difference? Apply now and drive your career forward with one of the automotive industry’s most trusted names. STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE We kindly ask that agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We work with a carefully selected and trusted group of recruitment partners. We do not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the recruitment team or directly to a hiring manager. We will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions. Who we are Cox Automotive is the world’s largest automotive service organisation. We provide dependable solutions that improve performance and profitability throughout the vehicle lifecycle to manufacturers, fleets, and retailers. Our businesses are organised around our customers’ core needs across vehicle solutions, mobility, remarketing, funding, and retail. The Benefits Benefit 4 Benefit 5 Benefit 6 Testimonials Aneliese Platts Senior Designer “The people that work here are what sets Cox Automotive apart. We genuinely work as a team, and I feel the same level of support everywhere in the business. Working here is like a family away from home, but most importantly we have fun whilst doing it!” Ann Fairbanks Executive PA & Business Support “I wouldn’t be where I am today without Cox Automotive. The company has real culture of learning, pushing the boundaries and making YOU better. It’s all built on strong values that are more than just words, they’re acted on every single day.” Gemma Hepple National Operations Manager “In my nine years here, Cox Automotive has allowed me to learn, grow and hone my skills. There’s a real commitment to inclusion and diversity and today I am proud to be in what was historically perceived to be a ‘man’s’ role.” Documents