Sales Executive

Octane Recruitment; River; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealer group in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic Car Sales Executive to join their successful sales team in Dover. This full-time role offers a competitive basic salary of £24,000 plus commission, with the potential to earn over £45,000 OTE. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in car sales, excellent communication skills, and a full UK driving licence. Additional benefits include a flexible working policy, 30 days holiday, and a strong focus on career development.

Benefits

Flexible working policy

30 days holiday

Mental wellbeing support

Health & wellness programme

Recognition & reward culture

Career development pathways

Inclusive workplace

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in car sales essential, ideally within a main dealer environment.
• A full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to understand their needs.
• Recommend the right vehicle based on client requirements.
• Present and explain finance and add-on products.
• Build strong customer relationships for repeat business.
• Exceed sales, finance, and customer satisfaction targets.
• Maintain accurate customer records.

Skills

Confident communication skills

Customer-first attitude

Ability to achieve targets

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Positive mindset

Job description

Job Title : Car Sales Executive

Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.

Location

Dover

Salary

£24,000 basic + commission (OTE £45,000+)

Hours

Monday to Friday, 08:30 18:00 (with a set day off in the week)
Saturday: 08:30 17:00
Closed on Sundays

1 in 4 weeks you'll work Monday to Friday and enjoy a full weekend off.

Job Type

Full-time, Permanent

Join this volume brand CarSales Team & Drive Your Career Forward

We're looking for an enthusiastic and customer-focused Car Sales Executive to join our successful team. If you have proven experience in car sales and a passion for delivering an exceptional customer experience, this is the perfect opportunity to accelerate your career with one of the UK’s most established automotive dealer groups.

You’ll be joining a supportive and high‑performing team of four sales professionals, selling both new and used vehicles as well as finance and insurance products. Our highest earner currently takes home over £70,000+ per year, demonstrating the real earning potential and career growth available.

What You’ll Do

• Engage with customers to understand their needs and recommend the right vehicle.
• Present and explain finance, insurance, and add‑on products in a professional manner.
• Build strong customer relationships to ensure repeat business and referrals.
• Meet and exceed sales, finance, and customer satisfaction (CSI) targets.
• Work closely with the sales management team to maximise showroom performance.
• Maintain accurate customer records and ensure compliance with FCA and company standards.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in car sales is essential, ideally within a main dealer environment.
• Confident and professional communication skills with a customer‑first attitude.
• Proven ability to achieve and exceed targets.
• Excellent presentation and organisational skills.
• A positive, driven, and ambitious mindset.
• A full UK driving licence is required.

Benefits

• Flexible working policy – we recognise you have life outside of work and support a variety of working patterns.
• 30 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing with service.
• Mental wellbeing support – confidential assistance, a network of wellness champions, regular webinars and health‑focused resources.
• Health & wellness programme – employee assistance, health‑app access, and wellness resources.
• Recognition & reward culture – we value your efforts and provide added extras and staff offers.
• Career development & apprenticeship pathways – hands‑on training, recognised qualifications, and clear routes for progression.
• Inclusive workplace – strong focus on diversity, equity & inclusion, and a People First values culture.
• Staff discounts and exclusive offers as part of your team benefits.

About the Company

This is one of the UK’s longest‑established and most respected dealer groups, representing major automotive brands nationwide. With a reputation for integrity, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we’re committed to creating rewarding careers within the automotive industry.

Whats Next?

If you’re an experienced Car Sales Executive with the ambition to succeed and the passion to deliver outstanding service, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join the sales team and take the next step in your automotive career.

Consultant : Michael Smart

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