Relationship Director (Permanent) in Surrey, Woking

Job Title Bespoke Relationship Manager - MSO McLaren Special Operations Sales & Marketing Full Time Contract type Permanent 9am - 6pm Monday to Friday McLaren Special Operations create cars around an owner's precise tastes, and provide everything from bespoke customization options through to building ultra-exclusive limited-editions or one-off breath-taking models. Supporting the MSO Head of Commercial, the role is responsible for management of McLaren's relationship with our VIP clients, predominantly in assisting them in designing and specifying their new cars whilst managing to complete specification in advance of production scheduling deadlines. Ensure that McLaren's VIP clients are given the ultimate ownership experience resulting in a customer base that advocates our brand and products. Be available on the phone and social media platforms to answer client queries outside of core work hours including weekends to foster an atmosphere conducive to a long-term relationship. Assist both retailers and clients directly with their bespoke specification on vehicle orders from start to finish – take the enquiry, meet the client to assist in the design process of their car, provide a bespoke quotation, sign off the order and ensure the car is delivered as per the requirements by approving the MSO specification sheets, keeping the customer and retailer informed throughout. Host clients, retailers and prospects to discuss in detail their vision of their bespoke car and guide them to a deliverable spec. Build relationships with our most valued customers that results in an air of trust, and a desire on their part to engage with the McLaren brand fully, both financially and physically. Be able to convey customer insight to support development of our processes, products and experiences. Host clients at events for bespoke spec sessions and advocate the MSO brand in MSO, MTC or globally within regions. Ability to travel for extended periods away from office/country. You will be display excellent interpersonal skills, outstanding attention to detail and a working knowledge of the functioning of an automotive design and manufacturing centre. The ability to show technical competency when discussing mechanical/bespoke option requests from clients. The ability to work on many parallel projects and competing priorities. We offer a wide – ranging benefits package, which includes: Structured career development framework25 days' holiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five daysEnhanced company pension schemeDiscretionary annual bonus awardPrivate medical insurance and health cash planLife assurance benefitAbility to apply for a sabbatical of up to one year after only two years' serviceBenefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shoppingGenerous parental leave policiesA range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage advice McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars. It takes a community to do what we do. McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact, it drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special.