At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with customers, suggest vehicles, and negotiate sales in a dynamic automotive environment.
- Company: Top automotive retailer in the UK, representing 32 brands across 150 dealerships.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company car, generous leave, and wellness support.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with excellent career progression and a focus on employee wellbeing.
- Why this job: Join a vibrant team and make an impact in the fast-paced automotive industry.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a full UK driving licence; experience preferred but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a wide range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland. We believe our people are our greatest asset and are committed to recognising the valuable contribution of each person. We invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.
Contract Type: Permanent, full time
Salary: OTE up to £50,000 per annum plus company car (including £25,000 basic plus uncapped commission)
Hours: 44 hours per week, Monday‑Friday 08:30‑18:00, Saturday 09:00‑17:00 & Sunday 11:00‑15:00 (One day off in the week and weekends on rota basis)
Responsibilities:
- Communicating with customers via email, telephone and in person
- Suggesting suitable vehicles based on customer needs
- Arranging and accompanying customers on test drives
- Negotiating the final price for the sale
- Completing the relevant paperwork for each sale
- Liaising with various departments within the dealership to provide the best service to all our customers
The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, be self‑motivated, and passionate about what they do. You will be expected to hit targets, so being ambitious and hard‑working is essential. Previous experience in a similar position and within the motor trade would be preferred but not essential, as we look for fresh talent to join our team. You will hold a full UK driving licence.
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 cover vision care needs
- Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support 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 an 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
Equal Opportunity: Lookers and Charles Hurst are equal opportunities employers. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, inclusive, and empowering our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.
Sales Executive New Worcester, England, United Kingdom employer: Lookers Limited
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