Business Manager

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal company car

£60k OTE+

33 days leave

Manufacturer training

Pension

Employee discounts

Car servicing/discounts for family

Online rewards platform

Enhanced parental benefits

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd is seeking a highly skilled Business Manager for a franchise-approved car dealership in South East Bristol. You will build and present finance deals, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive customer satisfaction while meeting business targets.

The role offers uncapped on-target earnings above £60,000, a personal company car, 33 days leave with bank holiday time off, full manufacturer training, a pension, employee discounts, and career stability with a trusted UK retailer.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Business Manager or Sales Controller role within an automotive dealership.
• FCA accreditation and solid knowledge of financial regulations.
• Strong leadership with a results-driven mindset.
• Excellent customer relationship skills and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Build and present car sales finance deals after qualification from the sales team.
• Ensure compliance with financial and insurance product regulations.
• Establish rapport quickly with customers and uphold fair treatment.
• Monitor finance performance against targets and identify improvements.
• Coach and develop team to meet business objectives.
• Log activities to monitor performance and outcomes.
• Maintain strong brand focus and maximise sales opportunities.
• Manage time effectively, with occasional late finishes up to 7:00pm.
• Uphold FCA accreditation standards and financial legislation.
• Build lasting customer relationships to foster loyalty and repeat business.
• Maintain a valid UK driving licence with minimal points.

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and committed Business Manager on behalf of our client, a reputable franchise-approved car dealership located in South East Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to join a well-established team and contribute to the dealership's ongoing success.

Benefits for the successful Business Manager:

• Competitive basic salary, negotiable based on experience
• Uncapped on-target earnings exceeding £60,000 per annum
• Personal company car
• 33 days' annual leave, with a day in lieu for bank holidays worked
• Full manufacturer-approved training
• Workplace pension with enhanced employer contributions
• Vehicle purchase, servicing, and repair discounts for colleagues and their families
• Access to an online rewards platform offering cashback and discount deals
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Opportunity to work with a long-standing, trusted automotive retailer in the UK

Duties of the Business Manager:

• Build and present car sales finance deals to customers following qualification from the sales team
• Ensure compliance with all financial and insurance product regulations, providing accurate information
• Establish rapport quickly and effectively with customers, treating customers fairly
• Monitor finance performance against targets and identify areas for improvement
• Work closely with management to coach and develop team skills to meet business objectives
• Log activities accurately to monitor performance and measure outcomes
• Maintain a strong brand focus and work independently to maximise sales opportunities
• Manage time effectively, including occasional late finishes up to 7:00pm during business demand
• Uphold FCA accreditation standards and demonstrate comprehensive understanding of financial legislation
• Build lasting customer relationships, fostering loyalty and repeat business
• Maintain a valid UK driving licence with minimal points

Requirements of the Business Manager:

• Proven experience as a Business Manager or Sales Controller within a franchise-approved dealership
• FCA accreditation and sound knowledge of financial legislation
• Strong leadership skills and a results-driven attitude
• Excellent customer relationship skills and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Dedication to delivering high standards of service and compliance
• Valid UK driving licence with no or minimal points

This Business Manager role offers a rewarding career with excellent benefits and the chance to work with a leading automotive retailer in South East Bristol. If you are motivated to succeed and meet the criteria outlined, we encourage you to apply.