Head of Business Battersea, England, United Kingdom

<p><b>About Us</b>: 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.</p> <p>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.</p> Head of Business - Omoda JAECOO Battersea- New Site Opening Join the Launch Team <p><b>Salary:</b> OTE up to £120k</p> <p><b>Contract:</b> Permanent, Full Time</p> <p><b>Hours:</b> Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm (weekend flexibility as required)</p> <p>We're launching JAECOO in Battersea - and we need a Head of Business who's ready to build something extraordinary.</p> <p>JAECOO is expanding fast, and our brand new Battersea site will set the benchmark for what modern automotive retail can be. As <b>Head of Business</b>, you'll take full ownership of launching, shaping, and driving the success of this flagship location.</p> <p>This isn't stepping into someone else's shoes - it's creating the footprint, culture, and performance standards from the ground up. You'll lead a talented team, deliver an unforgettable customer experience, and represent one of the most exciting new automotive brands entering the UK.</p> What You'll Do <ul> <li><b>Drive performance</b> across sales and aftersales</li> <li><b>Lead and inspire</b> a team that reflects JAECOO's ambition</li> <li><b>Represent the brand</b> across the Battersea community and beyond</li> <li><b>Develop a customer service driven culture</b> through communication, coaching, and team development</li> <li><b>Maintain customer service standards</b> aligned with JAECOO's brand expectations</li> <li><b>Provide clear leadership</b> by communicating the vision and objectives for the site</li> <li><b>Set objectives and review performance</b> with department managers</li> <li><b>Develop and monitor business plans</b> for all sales areas to achieve profit, growth, and market penetration</li> </ul> What You Bring <ul> <li>Experience running a dealership or automotive site</li> <li>Builder's mindset - proactive, strategic, and hands on</li> <li>Confidence launching new initiatives and leading change</li> <li>Strong leadership capability with a focus on people development</li> <li>Commercial acumen and the ability to drive performance across departments</li> </ul> <p>Enjoy access to a brand new vehicle through our Car Benefit Solutions scheme, offering a cost effective, fully maintained car as part of your employment package (available after 6 months of employment).</p> Core Benefits <ul> <li>Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business</li> <li>Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service</li> <li>Enhanced family leave, including 6 months' full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks' full pay for paternity leave</li> <li>Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments</li> <li>Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs</li> <li>Smart Health - 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing</li> <li>Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments</li> <li>Optional critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments</li> </ul> Financial Wellbeing <ul> <li>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</li> <li>Free will writing services to help plan for the future</li> <li>Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection</li> <li>Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle</li> <li>Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence</li> <li>Access to home and technology vouchers</li> <li>bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts</li> </ul> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?aP%2fblHlMLSud2U%2fahhCj2iJTg%2bT1V2ASr" width="0" height="0" />