Head of Business - Automotive Growth Leader | 33 Days Leave

Evans Halshaw; Rawmarsh; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Birthday day off

Family leave policies

Salary Sacrifice car

Volunteer day

Long service milestones

Training and career growth

Cycle to work

High street discounts

Referral scheme

Job summary

Evans Halshaw, part of Lithia UK, is seeking a Head of Business to drive the financial success of one of our key automotive brands, empower a high-performing team and shape the future of the business.

You will lead dealership operations, ensuring FCA compliance, delivery excellence and strong customer experience across new and used car sales, parts and aftersales, with a focus on growth, development and strategic brand partnerships.

Qualifications

• Proven top-performer at leadership level within the automotive sector.
• Knowledgeable of vehicle, consumer credit and trade practice legislation, with the ability to satisfy the requirements of GI Compliance.
• Experienced in managing budgets and leading high performing teams.
• Customer oriented with excellent communication skills and a people-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Being accountable for delivering top financial results across each department, by offering a first-class experience for your associates and customers.
• Ensuring all processes and standards are met in line with FCA regulations, maintaining showroom excellence in line with manufacturer standards.
• Champion outstanding customer service, coaching your team to deliver the same level of excellence throughout their respective teams.
• Lead from the front on all aspects of your dealership, including new and used car sales, associated products, parts, labour and aftersales care.
• Recruit, develop and retain talented associates, motivating them to be the best they can be and supporting them with regular reviews, training and progression plans.
• Build meaningful manufacturer relationships by implementing brand strategies, policies and procedures to an exceptional level.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Customer service

Communication skills

People management

Strategic thinking

Job description

Evans Halshaw, part of Lithia UK, is seeking a Head of Business to drive the financial success of one of our key automotive brands, empower a high-performing team and shape the future of the business.

You will lead dealership operations, ensuring FCA compliance, delivery excellence and strong customer experience across new and used car sales, parts and aftersales, with a focus on growth, development and strategic brand partnerships.