Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Sales Executive Posted Date 20 hours ago(03/02/2025 16:00) Job ID 2025-6404 # of Openings 1 OTE GBP £50,000.00/Yr. Overview

Colchester Volvo 
Hours: 44 hours per week over 5 days (weekends on a rota, day off in the week)
Salary: basic £25,000 OTE £50,000
Lookers Colchester Volvo are recruiting for an ambitious and experienced Sales Executive to join our hard-working and friendly team on site. Specialising in new and used car sales, you will work alongside our passionate sales team to provide Lookers first class customer service.
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 working with some well established stakeholders 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.

As part of our ongoing commitment to improving our onboarding process for new joiners to Lookers, we have reinvented our Sales Induction Programme! Our Sales Induction programme is now a 3 day induction which takes place at our impressive revamped Head Office in Altrincham. You’ll be expected to join the Induction in your first week with us, which may require some travel and overnight stays – don’t worry this will all be paid for as part of our generous expenses policy!

Communicating with customers via email, telephone and in personAchieve sales targets, achieving minimum profit objectives, as well as finance and insurance productsArranging and accompanying customers on test drivesCompleting mandatory paperwork and processes as requiredBecome a true ambassador of the sales process, driving forwards all new and used car enquiry leads, whilst building a rapport with the customer to convert appointments into sales and ensuring all leads are maximisedLive and breathe the brand, emulating a passion for driving to your customers and bringing a sense of excitement to their new car purchase

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a dedication to flawless customer service and will be passionate about the motor trade industry. Having lots of enthusiasm, drive and motivation is key to consistently achieve fantastic results.
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 talent to join our team. You will need to hold a full UK driving license as you may be expected to drive some of the most prestigious cars on the market!

About us
Lookers are proud to be one of the top three motor vehicle retailers in the UK, representing 32 vehicle manufacturers, selling and servicing a huge range of cars at over 150 franchised dealerships across hundreds of locations throughout the UK and Ireland. We recognise the hard work, flexibility and commitment of our people so we offer an industry leading benefits package. This includes competitive basic salaries plus;

Enhanced holidays that increase with serviceEligibility to join one of our car schemesCritical illness cover after 2 years and Life AssuranceSmart Health - free access to support 24 hours a day, 365 days a yearMental Health support available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year: Mental Health Aiders on site/online, EveryMind and much moreEnhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leaveFor some roles a company car and additional earning potential through commission or bonus

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels with our annual Lookers Excellence Awards. So, what are you waiting for? 

Lookers are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from all types of 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 starting with us. Depending on the role and responsibilities, these could include us verifying your recent employment, address and credit history. We may also conduct a criminal record check and a driving license check.

If your skills and experience match what we are looking for, please apply today and a member of the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch.

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