Sales Executive Stafford, England, United Kingdom

Mesh-AI Limited; Stafford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A top automotive retailer in the UK is seeking a Car Sales Executive to join the team in Stafford. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, possess strong communication skills, and have a full UK driving licence. Responsibilities include engaging with customers, suggesting vehicles, and completing sales transactions. You will benefit from competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and enhanced family leave. Opportunities for progression are available within this dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Enhanced family leave

Discounted technology purchases

Eyecare vouchers

24/7 access to GP services

Dental insurance

Critical illness cover

Travel insurance

Discounted gym memberships

Exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar position within the motor trade preferred but not essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues.
• Motivated individual with a passion for the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with customers via email, telephone, and in-person.
• Suggest suitable vehicles based on customer needs.
• Negotiate the final price for the sale.
• Complete the relevant paperwork for each sale.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Ambitious

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

About us: We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Lookers Stafford MINI

Contract Type: Permanent, Full‑Time

Hours: (44) On a rota basis Monday to Friday 08:30 – 18:00, Saturday 08:30 – 17:00 and Sunday 11:00 – 15:00

Lookers Stafford MINI is recruiting for an ambitious Car Sales Executive to join our hard‑working and friendly team on site.

Joining our hard‑working sales team, you will be a team player with exceptional communication skill to build rapport with colleagues and customers. Not only will you be joining one of the top automotive retailers in the UK, but you will also be reporting to Chris Garner, who will help impact your knowledge and experience, allowing you to develop your skills and establish a strong career within the industry.

Our Sales Executives are the key points of contact and pay close attention to detail to understand customers wants and needs.

Responsibilities

• Communicating with customers via email, telephone and in person
• Suggesting suitable vehicles based on customer needs
• Arranging and accompanying customers on test drives
• Negotiating the final price for the sale
• Completing the relevant paperwork for each sale
• Liaising with various departments within the dealership to provide the best service to all our customers

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, be self‑motivated to crack on with the job and be passionate about what they do. You will be expected to hit targets so being ambitious and hard‑working is essential.

Previous experience in a similar position and within the motor trade would be preferred but not essential as we are always on the look out for new/fresh talent to join our team. You will hold a full UK driving licence as you may be expected to drive some of the most prestigious cars on the market!

Core Benefits

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments
• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user‑friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection
• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

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

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. The checks will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.