Business Manager/Transaction Manager

Command Recruitment; Southwick; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment agency seeks a Business Manager / Transaction Manager for a top-performing site in Southwick. Key responsibilities include driving finance sales and ensuring compliance with FCA. The ideal candidate will have automotive experience and strong communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary of £28,000 with an OTE of £55,000-£60,000 plus benefits including a company car and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Company car

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Staff car benefit scheme

Health care cash plan

Death in Service benefit

Contributory pension scheme

Competitive bonus packages

Qualifications

• Proven track record in the motor trade as a Business Manager or Transaction Manager.
• Ability to maximise profitability on finance and insurance deals.
• Willingness to train for FSA accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Drive finance and insurance sales and maximise profitability.
• Arrange finance agreements ensuring FCA compliance.
• Generate and follow up on finance renewal leads.

Skills

Proven experience as a Business Manager or Transaction Manager in the automotive sector

Strong knowledge of F&I products and FCA compliance

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Highly organised and motivated

Computer literate with attention to detail

Education

GCSEs in Maths & English

Further qualifications in Business/Management

Job description

Business Manager / Transaction Manager - Brighton

28,000 basic 55,000- 60,000 OTE Company Car + Benefits

We're recruiting on behalf of our client for a Business Manager / Transaction Manager to join a settled, experienced sales team at one of their top-performing sites.

To be considered, you must have a proven track record working as a Business Manager or Transaction Manager within the motor trade.

What you'll do

• Drive finance and insurance sales, maximising profitability on every deal.
• Arrange finance agreements from proposal through to payout, ensuring full FCA compliance.
• Generate finance renewal leads and follow up with customers to secure repeat business.
• Maintain accurate sales logs, forecasts, and reporting for management.
• Support the Sales Manager with training, development, and day-to-day operations.
• Work closely with finance partners and colleagues across the business to hit - and exceed - targets.

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a Business Manager or Transaction Manager in the automotive sector - essential
• Strong knowledge of F&I products and FCA compliance
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Highly organised, motivated, and able to prioritise under pressure
• Computer literate with a keen eye for detail
• FSA accreditation (or willingness to train)
• GCSEs in Maths & English essential; further qualifications in Business/Management desirable

What's in it for you

• 28,000 basic salary + 55,000- 60,000 OTE
• Company car
• Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-6:00pm Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm (day off in lieu for working Saturday) No Sunday working
• 25 days holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays
• Staff car benefit scheme
• Discounted private health care scheme & health care cash plan
• Death in Service benefit & company sick pay
• Retail discounts & cashback
• Contributory pension scheme
• Competitive bonus packages
• Range of discounts on services
• Ongoing training & career progression with a leading dealer group

This is a rare chance to join a stable, top-performing site with excellent earning potential.

Apply today with Command Recruitment for further information.