At a Glance
- Tasks: Process warranty claims and support the team in delivering excellent service.
- Company: Join one of the UK's top automotive retailers with a vibrant team culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, and access to health and wellness resources.
- Other info: Great opportunities for career growth and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in the automotive industry with training and support.
- Qualifications: Technical background preferred; strong IT and communication skills essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
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.
Gatwick Mercedes
Monday to Friday 8.0am - 5.30pm
Permanent Full Time - 42 hours per week
We are looking for a Warranty Advisor to join our fantastic team over at our Gatwick Mercedes Dealership. You don’t have to currently be working as a Warranty Advisor; you could be a Service Advisor, Parts Advisor, or a Technician, looking for a change of path within the industry. Experience is not essential, as long as you have the drive and desire to succeed in the role and make a difference to the team. You will be provided with on-site training and fully supported by the Warranty Team to achieve Warranty Advisor Accreditation with Mercedes, making you an industry professional in your role.
Responsibilities
- Processing warranty/goodwill claims to manufacturers standards
- Assessing the quality and compliance of warranty job cards
- Invoicing
- Supporting with paint and body claims
- Chasing unpaid claims with the manufacturer
- Displaced parts management
- Liaising with manufacturers with claim discrepancies
Qualifications
We are looking for an individual with a technical background, preferably within the Automotive industry, who possesses an attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Someone who can build strong and lasting relationships with your fellow colleagues and is comfortable communicating with people at all levels within Lookers and the manufacturer. It is essential you have strong IT skills and are able to easily navigate around the Microsoft packages.
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
- 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
- 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
We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.
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.
We will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history, and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.
Warranty Advisor New Crawley, England, United Kingdom employer: Lookers Limited
As one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, we pride ourselves on our commitment to our employees, offering a comprehensive rewards and benefits package that supports both career growth and personal wellbeing. Located in Battersea, our workshop fosters a collaborative work culture where Master Technicians can thrive through ongoing training opportunities, including manufacturer accredited schemes and Hybrid & Electric training, ensuring you are equipped to excel in your role while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
