New Sales Executive

Lithia & Driveway; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Birthday day off

Salary Sacrifice scheme

Volunteer day

Career development training

Cycle to work

Staff discounts

Job summary

Lithia UK in York is seeking a motivated Sales Executive to join a large, fast-moving used car operation. You’ll handle customer inquiries from first contact to delivery, aiming to match buyers with the right vehicle while delivering an exceptional buying experience.

You’ll benefit from a base salary of £22,000 with an uncapped OTE of £42,000, plus a guaranteed bonus for six months, a 40-hour week, pension and life assurance, and 33 days of holiday.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience in automotive sales or retail is preferred.
• Strong customer-facing communication skills.
• Ability to meet sales targets and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Create great experiences for customers from initial contact to delivery of their new car.
• Build knowledge of products and services and present the brand with pride.
• Drive sales leads, convert appointments into sales, maximise every lead.
• Deliver a complete package with upsells on accessories, warranty and finance.
• Adhere to FCA regulations when advising on financial products.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Driving licence

Sales skills

Tools

CRM software

PC skills

Job description

Evans Halshaw Vauxhall/Citroen/Peugeot, York

Basic salary of £22,000 with an OTE of £42,000 (UNCAPPED) plus bonus guaranteed for 6 months, 40-hour working week, pension, life assurance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals and aftersales services.

As a Sales Executive, you’ll be part of a fast-moving, customer-focused team that’s all about making car buying simple and accessible. No matter your background, we’ll give you the tools, training, and support you need to thrive. From day one, you’ll be empowered to grow your skills, deliver exceptional experiences, and drive your career forward.

This is a great opportunity to join this large used Car operation stocking over 200 cars. With the addition of Vauxhall / Jeep and Leap Motor being added to an already successful Peugeot / Citroen Dealership this is a great opportunity to join a successful team as we offer even more choice to our customers.

You’ll have the opportunity to be involved with:

• Creating great experiences for our customers, from the moment they make initial contact; to helping them discover their perfect vehicle; to the day they drive away their highly anticipated new car
• Building your knowledge and expertise on our products and services, ensuring you build a genuine passion for the brand and are motivated to represent it with pride and excellence
• Becoming a true champion of the sales process, driving forwards all new and used car enquiry leads, whilst building a rapport with the customer to convert appointments into sales and ensuring all leads are maximised
• Delivering not just a new car but a complete, unique package to help your customers make the most of their purchase, upselling on accessories, extended warranty and finance packages
• Meeting the required standards for providing fair financial advice and services to our customers, adhering to FCA regulations

Do you have what it takes to be a Evans Halshaw colleague? We’re looking for someone who is:

• A collaborative team player, who is open to new ideas and appreciates the difference that each person makes
• Committed to taking personal ownership and treating our customers fairly, continuously learning to ensure you build your level of knowledge to be able to work in a regulated environment
• Has a passion for our industry, the people who work in it and the people we serve
• Be driven to exceed expectations and consistently achieve fantastic results
• Confident and experienced with computer systems, and a full UK driving licence – you’ll have the opportunity to drive a huge range of thrilling vehicles

What we can offer you:

• Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you love
• Celebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthday
• Our industry-leading Family Leave Policies ensure you’re supported when it matters most
• Access a new car through our Salary Sacrifice scheme and enjoy a smarter way to drive
• Take a paid day to volunteer and give back to a cause close to your heart
• We believe in recognising dedication and loyalty, that’s why we celebrate long service milestone anniversaries
• Unlock your potential with tailored training and endless career growth opportunities
• Commute for less with our cycle to work scheme
• Access high street discounts to make the everyday a little more rewarding
• Know someone perfect for Lithia UK? Earn rewards through our internal referral scheme

At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people:

As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we’re passionate about transforming the future of personal transportation and setting new standards for exceptional customer experiences. Our values Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun! fuel everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that embraces innovation, champions personal growth, and celebrates success together. If you’re ready to make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change, we’d love to have you with us on this journey.

Lithia UK are an equal opportunities employer, and we are proud members of Automotive 30% Club, Diversity in Retail and Inclusive Companies. We welcome all applications regardless of age, race, religion, disability, gender or sexual identity, marital status, socio-economic background or Veteran status. We will also consider qualified applicants with prior criminal convictions, in accordance with the law.