Business Manager

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Company pension scheme

Employee discounts on vehicles, ServIC

Healthcare and wellbeing support

Life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Family-friendly policies and flexible

Ongoing manufacturer and professional

Employee referral incentives

Paid volunteering day

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd is seeking an experienced Business Manager for a well‑established automotive dealership in Stockport, Greater Manchester. This role focuses on leading the finance and insurance function, supporting the sales team to maximise revenue, and driving customer-focused sales performance.

The ideal candidate will have proven F&I leadership in automotive retail, FCA compliance knowledge, and excellent relationship-building skills to deliver outstanding customer experiences

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Business Manager or Insurance (F&I) Manager in automotive retail.
• Strong knowledge of finance and insurance products and FCA regulations.
• Experience managing end-to-end vehicle sales processes.
• Track record of achieving finance, insurance, and profit targets.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Customer-focused attitude with a professional and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple priorities.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the finance and insurance function within the dealership.
• Support sales team to maximise revenue from finance and insurance products.
• Drive sales performance and ensure high penetration of finance and insurance products.
• Support the development and implementation of sales strategies to improve profitability and customer retention.
• Ensure full FCA compliance and adherence to all sales and operational standards.
• Deliver an outstanding customer experience throughout the buying process.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, encouraging repeat business and referrals.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure high standards of organisation within the department.
• Collaborate with the management team to drive overall business performance.

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Business Manager for a well‑established automotive dealership located in Stockport, Greater Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional specialising in automotive finance and insurance to join a reputable team and drive dealership success.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package – 33 days' annual leave, including bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Employee discounts on vehicles, servicing and retail purchases
• Healthcare and wellbeing support
• Life assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Family‑friendly policies and flexible working options
• Ongoing manufacturer and professional training
• Employee referral incentives
• Paid volunteering day

Duties of a Business Manager

• Lead and manage the finance and insurance function within the dealership
• Support sales team to maximise revenue from finance and insurance products
• Drive sales performance and ensure high penetration levels of finance and insurance products
• Support the development and implementation of sales strategies to improve profitability and customer retention
• Ensure full FCA compliance and adherence to all sales and operational standards
• Deliver an outstanding customer experience throughout the buying process
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, encouraging repeat business and referrals
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure high standards of organisation within the department
• Collaborate with the management team to drive overall business performance

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Business Manager or Insurance (F&I) Manager within automotive retail
• Strong knowledge of finance and insurance products, FCA regulations, and compliance
• Experience managing end-to-end vehicle sales processes
• Track record of achieving finance, insurance, and profit targets
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship‑building skills
• Customer‑focused attitude with a professional and enthusiastic approach
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Valid UK driving licence

This Business Manager role presents a chance to develop your career within a thriving dealership environment.

Our client offers a supportive working culture, ongoing training, and excellent earning potential.