Sales Executive

About Vertu Geely Teesside

Join us at Vertu Geely Teesside as we embark on a thrilling new chapter in the automotive industry. As a prominent UK motor retailer, Vertu is partnering with global automotive innovator Geely to introduce an exciting new dealership in Teesside. This is your chance to be part of a forward-thinking team at a cutting-edge brand launch, where we prioritize investing in your growth and success.

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Sales Executive to join our new Geely site. The position offers a competitive basic salary of A327,000, with the opportunity to earn substantial commissions, potentially exceeding an on-target earnings figure of A345,000 annually. We promote a balanced work-life dynamic, operating a 40-hour workweek based on five 8-hour shifts, primarily including Saturdays, the busiest sales day. Our dealership is closed on Sundays to ensure you enjoy uninterrupted personal time weekly.

Key Responsibilities and Values

As a Sales Executive, you will represent the dealership with integrity and professionalism, ensuring that products and services cater accurately to customer needs, fostering trust and loyalty. You'll be expected to practice good faith in all dealings, contributing to our reputation for honest and customer-focused service.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 12 months' experience as an automotive Sales Executive.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal capabilities.
• Strong dedication to delivering outstanding customer service.
• Good organisation skills.
• Flexibility to work varied hours including weekends.
• Possession of a full UK driving license (Manual and Automatic).

Compliance and Pre-Employment Checks

Applicants must consent to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and ongoing fit and proper person assessments. Employment references and checks on recent employment, residency, credit history, criminal record, and driving license will be conducted as part of our hiring process.

Benefits and Career Progression

• Starting 25 days of holiday, increasing to 29 days with tenure, plus bank holidays.
• Access to an online rewards platform offering cashback and retail discounts.
• Preferential service rates.
• Company car provision.
• Colleague purchase scheme.
• Share incentive scheme.
• Pension plan.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave benefits.

Vertu takes pride in investing more than any other motor retailer in employee development, offering continuous training and clear career advancement pathways, ensuring you have support and opportunities to grow professionally.