Sales Executive

Vertu Motors; Leicester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Share Incentive Scheme

Colleague Purchase Scheme

Preferential Service Rates

Online rewards platform

Job summary

Vertu Skoda Leicester is seeking an experienced Sales Executive to deliver outstanding customer service from first contact to vehicle handover. Representing Skoda, you will guide customers along the buying journey, matching vehicles and optional products to their needs while building long-term relationships and repeat business.

The role offers £27,000 basic salary, £45,000 OTE with uncapped commission; top earners exceed £60,000.

Qualifications

• 12 months' experience as a Sales Executive in automotive retail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service throughout the sales process.
• Build strong relationships with new and existing customers.
• Understand customer needs and recommend vehicle solutions.
• Conduct vehicle demonstrations and test drives.
• Present finance and products clearly and compliantly.
• Manage enquiries and maintain follow-up activity.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Maintain accurate customer and sales records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Target-driven

Job description

Vertu Skoda Leicester

£27,000 Basic Salary | £45,000 OTE | Uncapped Commission | Top Earners £60,000+ | Company Car

Are you an experienced Automotive Sales Executive looking for a role that offers exceptional earning potential, genuine work-life balance, and the opportunity to represent one of the most exciting brands in the industry?

At Vertu Skoda Leicester, we're looking for a driven and customer-focused Sales Executive to join our successful team. With a £27,000 basic salary, £45,000 OTE, and uncapped commission structure, our top performers can earn up to £60,000, making this a fantastic opportunity for ambitious sales professionals.

Why Join Vertu Skoda Leicester?

At Vertu, we believe successful people deserve the right support, training and work-life balance to thrive. That's why we've created an environment where high performance is rewarded and career development is actively encouraged.

What's on Offer?

• £27,000 basic salary
• £45,000 OTE
• Uncapped commission structure
• Top performers earning up to £60,000
• Company car
• 40-hour working week
• Five 8-hour shifts per week
• Guaranteed weekday off
• Closed every Sunday
• Full onboarding and training programme
• Ongoing career development and progression opportunities

About the Role

As a Sales Executive, you'll be responsible for delivering an outstanding customer experience from the moment a customer makes contact through to the handover of their new vehicle.

Representing the award-winning Skoda brand, you'll guide customers through the buying journey, helping them find the right vehicle and associated products to suit their needs while building long-term relationships and generating repeat business.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service throughout the sales process
• Build strong relationships with new and existing customers
• Understand customer needs and recommend appropriate vehicle solutions
• Conduct vehicle demonstrations and test drives
• Present finance and additional products in a compliant and customer-focused manner
• Manage enquiries and maintain effective follow-up activity
• Achieve and exceed individual sales targets
• Maintain accurate customer and sales records
• Deliver a seamless and enjoyable buying experience

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a motivated automotive sales professional who enjoys building relationships, delivering excellent customer service and achieving strong results.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 12 months' experience as a Sales Executive within the automotive industry
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
• Target-driven with a professional and positive approach
• Ability to work flexible hours, including Saturdays
• Full UK Driving Licence (manual and automatic)

Build Your Career with Vertu

At Vertu, we're proud to invest more in our colleagues' development than any other motor retailer. Through ongoing training, manufacturer support and career development programmes, you'll have every opportunity to maximise your potential and progress your career.

Whether your ambition is to move into management or become one of our top-performing sales professionals, we'll provide the tools and support to help you succeed.

Benefits Package

• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 29 days with service, plus bank holidays
• Company car
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Pension scheme
• Share Incentive Scheme
• Colleague Purchase Scheme
• Preferential Service Rates
• Online rewards platform offering cashback and discounts with major retailers
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Career progression across the wider Vertu Group

Our Values Matter

As a values-driven business, how you behave matters. You’ll be expected to act in good faith at all times and consistently deliver the right outcomes for our customers.

Representing the dealership every day, you will set the standard for integrity. It’s your responsibility to ensure the products and services you offer genuinely meet customer needs, protect them from harm and encourage long-term loyalty. Building trust should be at the heart of every interaction.

To protect our customers and our reputation, you will be required to complete a DBS check, along with regular fit and proper person assessments. We will also request references from previous employers as part of our pre-employment checks.

Additional Information

A full UK Driving Licence is required for this role.

Successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks, which may include employment references, address verification, credit history checks, DBS checks and driving licence checks.