Head of Business

Competitive salary with bonus, company car, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension, single health care, critical illness and life assurance schemes, exclusive discounts on new and used vehicles and aftersales services.

Are you ready to drive beyond the possible; to work for an industry game-changer with inspirational people and the opportunity to thrive in your career? Here at Pendragon, we’re going through an exciting period of transformation, and we’re looking for a passionate individual to play a key part in shaping our future.

Your role will involve driving the financial success of one of the most renowned automotive brands in the market, empowering your team to be the best they can be, whilst being fuelled by the potential to thrive in your career along the way. This is the perfect opportunity for an inspirational and collaborative individual to transform our business.

If you’re looking for a role that’s a blend of being fast-paced and challenging, with a culture that enables you to be yourself and enjoy the ride, you’ll feel right at home:

• Structured career paths with ongoing development opportunities: We believe in nurturing talent from within, creating a culture where your growth is our mission. You’ll have access to coaching, mentoring, and tailored training programs to help you flourish.
• Work-life balance: This role is fast-paced and can be challenging, but we are committed to ensuring you have a great work-life balance. The role provides space to recharge, pursue your passions, and spend quality time outside of work.

Your Journey as a Head of Business:

• Being accountable for delivering top financial results across each department, by offering a first-class experience for your associates and customers.
• Ensuring all processes and standards are met in line with FCA regulations, maintaining showroom excellence in line with manufacturer standards.
• Championing outstanding customer service, coaching your team to deliver the same level of excellence throughout their respective teams.
• Leading from the front on all aspects of your dealership, including new and used car sales, associated products, parts, labour, and aftersales care.
• Recruiting, developing, and retaining talented associates, motivating them to be the best they can be, and supporting them with regular reviews, training, and progression plans.
• Building meaningful manufacturer relationships by implementing brand strategies, policies, and procedures to an exceptional level.

Are You Ready to Embrace the Challenge?

We’re looking for someone who is:

• A proven top-performer at leadership level within the automotive sector, driven by a passion for the industry.
• Knowledgeable of vehicle, consumer credit, and trade practice legislation, with the ability to satisfy the requirements of GI Compliance and be of ‘good financial repute’.
• Experienced in managing budgets and leading high-performing teams, dedicated to motivating and coaching your team to be the best they can be.
• Customer-oriented with excellent communication skills and a people-first mindset.

Here at Pendragon, together, we’re unstoppable. Collaboration is at the heart of our culture, and it’s the power of our group coming together that unlocks our potential to transform automotive retail. We thrive in a fast-paced environment where the doors are open; if you have the attitude and drive to walk through them, we’ll empower you with opportunities to bring out the best in yourself. In return, you’ll support and bring out the best in others.

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