Senior Bodyshop Advisor

Perfect Placement; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mon–Fri 8am–5pm

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Career development opportunities

Team culture

Long-term stability

Job summary

Perfect Placement is recruiting a Senior Bodyshop Advisor in Burgess Hill. The role focuses on liaising with insurers, managing customer enquiries, and overseeing repairs from intake to completion within a supportive team.

The position offers standard automotive industry development and stability. Ideal candidates will have proven insurance liaison experience and excellent organisational and communication skills, with a valid UK driving licence being advantageous for vehicle movements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Bodyshop Advisor, ideally liaising with insurance companies.
• Valid UK driving licence is advantageous for managing vehicle movements.
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with insurance companies to facilitate claims and authorisations.
• Manage customer enquiries with a high level of service.
• Oversee repair process from intake to completion with timely customer updates.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure efficient vehicle repairs.
• Assist with estimating, administration and bodyshop procedures.
• Support vehicle movements such as delivery and collection as required.
• Contribute to a customer-focused, proactive team environment.

Skills

Insurance liaison

Customer service

Vehicle estimating

Communication

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Senior Bodyshop Advisor position in Burgess Hill. This Senior Bodyshop Advisor opportunity is ideal for experienced professionals seeking to progress their career within a reputable automotive bodyshop. The role offers the chance to develop key skills in vehicle estimating, insurance claims, and customer liaison within a supportive team environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of up to £40,000 per year
• Working Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm, supporting work-life balance
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Opportunities for skill development in estimating and insurance negotiations
• Supportive team culture with ongoing career progression prospects
• Long-term stability within the automotive repair industry

Duties of a Senior Bodyshop Advisor:

• Effectively liaise with insurance companies to facilitate smooth claims and repair authorisations
• Manage customer enquiries professionally, providing a high level of service
• Oversee repair process from vehicle intake to completion, ensuring timely updates to customers
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure efficient vehicle repairs
• Assist with estimating, administration, and bodyshop procedures
• Support vehicle movements, such as delivery and collection, as required
• Contribute to a customer-focused, proactive team environment

Requirements of a Senior Bodyshop Advisor:

• Proven experience as a Senior Bodyshop Advisor, ideally with liaising with insurance companies
• Valid UK driving licence is advantageous for managing vehicle movements
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills
• Resilient, adaptable, and capable of handling challenging situations professionally
• Customer-focused approach with a flexible, proactive attitude
• Willingness to enhance skills in estimating, insurance claims, and bodyshop procedures

This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed Senior Bodyshop Advisor to join a well-established team and enjoy long-term growth potential within the automotive industry. If you are dedicated, proactive, and seeking to advance your career, this role is suitable for you.