At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with customers online and over the phone, guiding them to book appointments.
- Company: Wessex Garages has over 35 years of experience in automotive retail across South Wales and the South West.
- Benefits: Enjoy 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and access to exclusive employee schemes.
- Other info: This is a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave for up to 12 months.
- Why this job: Join a friendly team at our Head Office in Bristol and create positive customer experiences.
- Qualifications: A strong desire to grow and develop skills; previous sales experience is a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 Β£ per year.
At Wessex Garages, we've been putting customers first and delivering excellence in automotive retail for over 35 years. With dealerships across South Wales and the South West of England, we proudly represent leading manufacturers including Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, GWM and Mitsubishi. For these leading brands we supply new and used cars and vans, deliver after sales support and champion the Motability Scheme.
We're proud to offer our customers and colleagues an experience built on Knowledge, Value, Transparency, and Trust - values that are at the heart of everything we do.
Join our team as an Online Navigator at our Head Office in Bristol. Are you a people person who loves creating positive experiences? We're looking for a friendly, enthusiastic, and customer focused Online Navigator to join our energetic Online Team.
What you'll be doing:
- Engaging with customers via online chat or over the phone to understand their needs and guide them toward booking an appointment.
- Capturing key information and updating our sales system to ensure we're delivering a personalised experience.
- Providing exceptional customer service and ensuring every interaction leaves a lasting positive impression.
- Working hand-in-hand with our sales team by turning inbound enquiries into scheduled appointments.
What we're looking for:
- If you're motivated, personable, and excited about building a career in sales, we'd love to hear from you. Previous sales experience is great, but not essential β we value energy, attitude, and a willingness to learn above all else.
Here's what will help you succeed in this role:
- A strong desire to grow, develop your skills, and build a rewarding career.
- A positive, proactive approach and the ability to thrive in a fast paced environment.
- Confident communication skills and a friendly phone manner.
- Professionalism and a polished approach β especially when things get busy.
- Good organisational skills to keep things running smoothly.
- A collaborative mindset β we're all about teamwork.
- Flexibility to work on a rotating schedule, including weekends.
Key information:
- Working Pattern: 37.26 hours a week across Mon - Sun covering the hours 8am - 9pm on a rota with a 1 hour lunch break.
- This role is offered on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave for up to 12 months (until 31 July 2027), although it may end earlier if the postholder returns sooner.
Why join Wessex Garages?
- Holiday Allowance: 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with extra days added the longer you stay with us.
- Pension Scheme: We contribute to your future with company backed pension support.
- Exclusive Employee Schemes: Take advantage of our discounted car purchase programme and Cycle to Work scheme after completing your probation.
- Wellbeing Support: Through our partnership with Menable, a specialist service for the automotive sector, you'll have free access to confidential coaching, wellbeing check ins, and referral support where needed.
- Health Benefits: Complimentary eye tests and flu vaccination vouchers to help you stay healthy year round.
- Event Perks: As proud sponsors of Bristol Bears Rugby we offer a limited number of free tickets to each game for our colleagues.
Additional information: Driving licence checks will be carried out during the recruitment process. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, and this will be verified as part of the recruitment process.
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Wessex Garages, located in Bristol, offers a competitive salary and benefits like a pension scheme and wellbeing support. The team values knowledge, transparency, and trust, ensuring a supportive environment for both customers and employees.