Head of Business in Leeds

JCT600 Brooklands holds a special place in the history of JCT600. Established in 1946 as the group's first business, it has grown into one of the UK's leading destinations for luxury automotive retail. Today, JCT600 Brooklands is home to Aston Martin Leeds, Bentley Leeds and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Leeds, bringing together three of the world's most prestigious automotive brands under one roof. Over the years, the business has built a reputation for exceptional customer experience, operational excellence and commercial performance, becoming a destination for customers from across Yorkshire, the North of England and much further afield. Its success has earned recognition at national and international level and established JCT600 Brooklands as one of the UK's most respected luxury automotive retailers.

As JCT600 Brooklands marks its 80th year, we are looking for an experienced Head of Business to lead the day-to-day operation of this unique business. Reporting to the Brand Director, you will take responsibility for the daily leadership and performance of the site, working closely with an established management team to ensure every department operates effectively, targets are achieved and standards remain consistently high.

This is a hands-on leadership role. We are looking for someone who enjoys being at the centre of the operation, working closely with managers and teams, driving performance, maintaining accountability and ensuring the business runs smoothly every day.

The Role

As Head of Business, you will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day performance of Aston Martin Leeds, Bentley Leeds and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Leeds. You will work closely with departmental managers across Sales, Aftersales, Finance and support functions, providing leadership, support and challenge to ensure the business delivers against its objectives. A visible presence across the site is essential. You will spend time with teams, reviewing performance, resolving issues, monitoring standards and maintaining momentum across all areas of the operation. You will be expected to know what is happening in the business at all times and respond quickly and effectively when priorities change.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, commercially aware and operationally strong, with the ability to lead through engagement, communication and attention to detail. You will be comfortable holding people accountable, making decisions and ensuring agreed actions are delivered. Above all, this role is about leadership through presence. Working alongside the management team, you will create an environment where people are clear on expectations, focused on results and committed to delivering the standards that have made JCT600 Brooklands one of the UK's most respected luxury automotive businesses.

What we are looking for

We’re looking for an exceptional, hands-on leader with a passion for premium automotive retail and the appetite to be deeply involved in the day-to-day running of the business. The ideal candidate will bring:

• Significant senior leadership experience within the automotive industry, ideally with a prestige or luxury brand.
• A proven track record of driving performance across both sales and aftersales, with a leadership approach that is strategic, visible, and performance-driven.
• Strategic and commercial acumen, with the ability to interpret data, manage budgets, and shape long-term growth through change.
• Visible, people-first leadership, inspiring and developing high-performing teams while maintaining presence with customers and colleagues alike.
• Resilience, humility and a collaborative mindset, leading with professionalism and customer focus that reflects the standards of JCT600 and our luxury brand partners.

What we offer

• A highly comprehensive package dependent upon experience.
• Annual leave: 34 days including bank holidays, increasing to 36 days (5 years) and 38 days (10 years).
• Family support: Enhanced paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Wellbeing & protection: Life assurance, pension, enhanced sickness cover.
• Training & development: From foundation to advanced levels through brand partner training and our best-in-class leadership development.
• Colleague car purchase scheme & servicing discounts.
• Cycle-to-work and discounted gym schemes.
• Referral scheme up to £1,000.

Why JCT600?

We’ve spent over 80 years building a business that values its people and their careers. We pride ourselves on being rated highly by colleagues for engagement and inclusivity. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our “Life at JCT600” philosophy and seven colleague commitments.

How to apply

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Inclusivity & Diversity

JCT600 Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. As part of our commitment to being an inclusive business, we’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. We try our hardest to make JCT600 feel like a home from home for all of our colleagues. To us, that’s a place where we can all feel supported to be our true selves every day and where our workforce represents the wonderful communities we serve.