Business Manager

Mesh-AI Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in the UK is seeking a Showroom Manager for the launch of a new brand. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a fast-paced environment and a strong understanding of finance and insurance compliance. Responsibilities include driving performance, customer experience, and leadership development within the team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including enhanced family leave and financial wellbeing services.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Enhanced family leave

Discounted purchases

Eyecare vouchers

24/7 GP access

Dental insurance

Flexible life assurance

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Proven Business Manager or Senior Sales Executive experience.
• Strong understanding of finance and insurance compliance.
• Proactive leadership in an evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Maximise finance and insurance performance.
• Provide coaching and development to the sales team.
• Ensure FCA compliance and enhance customer experience.
• Establish commercial footprint with management collaboration.
• Inspire and lead a growing team.

Skills

Experience in fast-paced environment

Understanding of F&I compliance

Leadership skills

Effective communication

Job description

Showroom Manager – Geely (New Brand Launch)

We are one of the UK’s top three automotive retailers, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands across the UK and Ireland. At Charles Hurst we invest in a rewards and benefits package that supports your career, wellbeing and life outside of work.

Hours: 44 hours per week rota basis
Contract Type: Permanent, Full‑time

About the Role

This is more than a traditional Business Manager position. You will be at the heart of a brand‑new franchise launch, helping to build processes, drive performance and set the standard for what Geely will represent within Charles Hurst.

Responsibilities

• Maximise finance and insurance performance across the new Geely operation
• Coaching, development and deal‑structuring support for the sales team
• Full FCA compliance and best‑in‑class customer experience delivery
• Collaborate with management to establish the brand’s commercial footprint
• Bring energy, ideas and leadership to a growing team

What We’re Looking For

• Proven Business Manager or Senior Sales Executive with experience in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong understanding of F&I, compliance and customer‑centric retailing
• Proactive leader who thrives in an evolving environment
• Excitement about launching a new brand and driving its success
• Confident communicator who can inspire customers and colleagues

Core Benefits

• Competitive salary with structured pay scales and progression
• Generous annual leave that increases with length of service
• Enhanced family leave: 6 months full pay maternity/adoption and 2 weeks full pay paternity leave
• Techscheme discounted purchases with flexible payments
• Eyecare vouchers for vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 GP access for mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance, critical illness cover and life assurance options

Financial Wellbeing

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with a user‑friendly app
• Free will‑writing services and flexible life assurance options
• Discounted gym memberships, travel insurance and home & technology vouchers
• Wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

Equal Opportunities

Charles Hurst is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, inclusive and empowers our people to bring their whole selves to work.

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