At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and grow dealer relationships while driving sales and profitability in the automotive finance sector.
- Company: Join a leading automotive recruitment firm with a strong industry presence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus potential, tax-efficient company car, and healthcare.
- Other info: Enjoy autonomy and support while developing your career in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Take ownership of your territory and make a real impact on dealer performance.
- Qualifications: Experience in motor finance or field sales, with strong negotiation and presentation skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are recruiting an experienced Zone Manager to manage, grow, and develop a defined dealer territory across the Slough, Berkshire area. This is a field-based sales and relationship role, focused on driving volume, profitability, and finance & insurance performance across a network of retail partners.
THE ROLE
- Take full ownership of a geographic zone, working closely with motor retailers to:
- Drive sales performance, penetration, and profitability
- Promote a full suite of motor finance and F&I products
- Maximise opportunities across retail and wholesale finance
- Identify and develop new business channels
- Deliver training, coaching, and performance reviews
- Implement structured Finance & Insurance development programmes
- Produce and manage territory business plans and forecasts
- Support retailers with pricing, systems, and process compliance
- Ensure full adherence to FCA regulations
This role offers a high level of autonomy and influence, working directly with senior retailer stakeholders.
PRODUCTS & SOLUTIONS
- Retail motor finance
- GAP, insurance & warranty products
- Service & maintenance plans
- Value-added propositions
- Wholesale finance solutions
- New product launches & dealer onboarding
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED
- Proven experience in motor finance / automotive F&I / field sales
- Strong understanding of dealer operations and finance products
- Ability to develop retailers through training, coaching & reviews
- Commercial mindset with strong negotiation skills
- Confident presenter to groups and senior stakeholders
- Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to manage your own diary
- Comfortable producing business plans, forecasts & performance reports
- Strong working knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint & Word
- Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent
ROLE DETAILS
- Field-based role covering a defined North London territory
- Regular travel within zone
- Occasional overnight stays required
- Reports into a Regional Sales Manager
- No direct line management responsibilities
WHY APPLY?
- High-impact territory ownership
- Relationship-driven commercial role
- Autonomy with strong central support
- Opportunity to influence dealer performance and profitability
REMUNERATION
£40,000 basic salary + £10,000 bonus potential
Tax efficient company car (EV)
Healthcare
If you have strong experience in motor finance, dealer development, or automotive field sales, and are looking for your next zone-based role, apply in confidence.
Area: North London / Enfield
All applications handled discreetly.
Zone Manager - Automotive Finance in Reading employer: The Solution Automotive Limited
As a Zone Manager in Automotive Finance, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment that prioritises autonomy and relationship-building. With a focus on professional growth, our company offers comprehensive training programmes and the opportunity to influence dealer performance across the Slough area, all while enjoying competitive remuneration and benefits such as a tax-efficient company car and healthcare. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and fosters meaningful connections within the automotive finance sector.
Contact Details:
The Solution Automotive Limited Recruitment Team
