Centre Manager

Halfords Careers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Greater London is seeking an Autocentre Manager to lead a team and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction. The role offers a salary between £40,000 to £43,000 annually with an average uncapped bonus potential of £10,800 per year. You will have the opportunity to advance your career through training and certifications. The company emphasizes a diverse workplace and encourages applications from all backgrounds. Join a successful team driving business performance in motoring services.

Benefits

5.6 weeks annual leave

Up to 50% off garage bills

25% off Halfords products

Discounts on various services and products

Cycle to Work scheme

Financial planning support

24/7 GP access

Share Save scheme

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive or similar industry with leadership roles.
• Proven track record in maintaining high customer satisfaction.
• Ability to coach and develop team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to success and ensure excellent customer experiences.
• Drive business performance and manage KPIs.
• Provide in-the-moment training for team development.

Skills

Leadership skills

Customer satisfaction

Team development

Health and Safety compliance

Sales management

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Time management

Driving licence

Job description

Brilliant at leading a team

Ready for the next step in your career as an Autocentre Manager with the UKs largest automotive service maintenance and repair business with great career opportunities benefits and an uncapped bonus scheme!

Overview

Here at Halfords we are looking for a Centre Manager who will play a vital role in leading the team to success and providing an excellent customer journey and satisfaction.

Why Join Halfords

If you have the desire to help drive business performance passionate about customer experience and are looking for a long‑term career with excellent progression and training schemes this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Don’t delay – apply today!

£40,000 to £43,000 per annum

Average uncapped bonus of £10,800 per year (with potential to earn more)

5 days a week

Earn extra with our Refer A Friend scheme T&Cs apply.

Benefits Include

5.6 weeks annual leave

Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores

Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more

Family & Friends discount events

Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work scheme

Financial planning support via Wagestream – access up to 30% of your salary in advance

GP Access 364 days a year – 24 hours a day

Join the Share Save scheme with a 20% discount on shares

Health Cash Plan to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Career Development

You will be given every opportunity to progress your career at Halfords. This includes access to hybrid training plus the ATA & MOT Tester qualifications too.

Skills and Experience

• Fantastic leadership and team management skills within the automotive or similar industry
• Experience delivering high customer satisfaction and displaying effective management
• Engaging and motivational coaching‑based approach to team development and able to provide in‑the‑moment training
• Experience of meeting compliance standards across Health and Safety
• Experienced with high sales turnover and managing KPIs
• Excellent communication skills verbally and written
• IT proficient with the willingness to learn in‑house systems
• Good time management
• A current valid driving licence

Join Our Team

We’re in an exciting chapter rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services and the UK’s largest vehicle service maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move.

Not sure you meet all the criteria – we encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We’re an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.