Branch Manager

Dawsongroup; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable rental company in Greater London is seeking a Branch Manager to lead their operations. The role involves overseeing fleet performance and supporting a team to deliver exceptional customer service. Candidates should have confidence in team leadership and possess a UK driving licence. There are opportunities for professional development and competitive perks including 25 days off plus bank holidays.

Benefits

25 days’ leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Wellbeing support

Long-term incentives

Cycle-to-work scheme

Seasonal gifts

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK.
• Experience in rental, transport, automotive or commercial vehicles is helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Run the branch with a clear focus on customer relationships and strong operational standards.
• Lead, support and develop your team to ensure confidence and capability.
• Work closely with sales and support colleagues for a consistent hire experience.

Skills

Confidence leading a small team

Customer-facing skills

Calm approach to process management

Job description

About this role:

Want a role where you can lead a site, support a team and make sure customers get a smooth, reliable hire experience? As a Branch Manager with Dawsongroup, you’ll take ownership of a busy rental operation, oversee fleet performance and guide your team to deliver great service every day.

What you’ll do:

• Run the branch with a clear focus on customer relationships, strong operational standards and solid commercial results.
• Lead, support and develop your team so they feel confident, capable and safe.
• Work closely with sales and support colleagues to provide a consistent and professional hire experience.

What you’ll bring:

If you enjoy responsibility, steady decision-making and creating a positive place to work, this role will suit you well. And if you don’t meet every requirement, please still apply - your attitude and potential matter to us.

• Confidence leading a small team and helping them grow.
• Ease in a customer-facing role with an interest in building long‑term partnerships.
• A calm approach to managing processes, prioritising workloads and keeping administration accurate.
• A full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK.
• Experience in rental, transport, automotive or commercial vehicles is helpful but not essential.

About us:

For 90 years, Dawsongroup has supported customers across the supply chain with trusted rental solutions. Our Truck and Trailer division is known for reliable equipment, attentive service and long‑term value.

• A respected and well‑established name in the rental market.
• Ongoing investment in people, fleet and facilities to support future growth.
• A culture shaped by integrity, problem solving, safe working and continuous improvement.
• A supportive national network where colleagues share knowledge openly.

What your future looks like:

Joining Dawsongroup means joining a business that supports progression. With clear development routes, funded training and opportunities across the wider group, you’ll have plenty of room to grow.

• 25 days’ leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off, with an option to buy more.
• Life assurance, wellbeing support and routes for national and international progression.
• Long‑term incentives, cycle‑to‑work scheme and seasonal gifts.
• A workplace where your ideas and contributions are valued.

Dawsongroup welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

If you want to lead a branch in a trusted rental business - and build a career where you’re supported to grow - this could be your next step.

Join us and see what you can achieve.