Bodyshop Advisor

Adam Curtis Specialist Automotive Recruitment Consultancy Ltd; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy specializing in automotive roles is seeking a Bodyshop Advisor in Southend-on-Sea. This position involves managing customer-facing duties, handling bookings, and ensuring excellent customer service. Suitable candidates will have experience in the motor trade, along with strong communication skills. The role offers a basic salary between £30,000 and £35,000 and is full-time, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience in the motor trade is essential.
• Experience as a Service Advisor, Parts Advisor, or similar is suitable.
• Good understanding of vehicles and repair processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage all front‑of‑house and customer‑facing activity.
• Handle customer enquiries and book in vehicles.
• Communicate with technicians and inform customers about progress.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer-handling skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Bodyshop Advisor

Southend‑on‑Sea
£30,000 – £35,000 Basic Salary
Permanent / Full Time
Monday–Friday: 8:00am – 6:00pm (1‑hour lunch)

Our client, a busy independent bodyshop in Southend-on‑Sea, is looking for a confident and customer‑focused Bodyshop Advisor to take ownership of all front‑of‑house duties. If you enjoy working with people, understand the motor trade environment, and want a role with variety and responsibility — this could be the perfect opportunity. Apply today!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Managing all front‑of‑house and customer‑facing activity
• Handling customer enquiries, booking in vehicles and providing updates throughout the repair process
• Communicating with technicians and keeping customers informed on progress
• Producing estimates and assisting with basic invoicing tasks
• Ensuring excellent levels of customer service
• Supporting smooth day‑to‑day bodyshop operations

Your Background & Skill:

• Experience in the motor trade is essential — Bodyshop Advisor experience not required
• Suitable backgrounds include: Service Advisor, Parts Advisor, or similar front‑of‑house automotive roles
• Strong communication and customer‑handling skills
• Good understanding of vehicles and repair processes
• Organised, professional and able to manage a busy workload

For further details on this Bodyshop Advisor role and other positions in the motor trade, please submit your CV to ACS Automotive Recruitment Consultancy.