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Assistant Service Manager | Main Dealer | 45K OTE
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Assistant Service Manager
Pay & Benefits
- Salary: £38,000 basic per annum + realistic OTE up to £45,000 (uncapped bonus structure)
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Saturdays on a rota basis (1 in 4)
- Perks: Generous annual holiday allowance + bank holidays, company pension scheme, employee discounts on vehicle purchasing, servicing & parts, free secure on-site parking
Training & Development
- Fully funded manufacturer supervisory pathways
- Ongoing leadership development
- Fast-track career progression
Workload
- Workshop scheduling
- Team supervision
- Job sheet creation & invoicing
- Customer service management
- Warranty compliance
- Driving aftersales targets
About Us
We are a premier, family-run automotive dealership group proudly serving the West Sussex community for nearly 90 years. Operating busy franchised departments for major global automotive brands, we pride ourselves on building long-lasting customer relationships and cultivating a positive, collaborative workshop environment. Unlike large, faceless corporate dealer networks, we prioritize personal staff development, zero corporate pressure, and a true team-first culture.
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Role Overview
Due to an upcoming retirement, a rare opening has arisen for a proven Assistant Service Manager / Senior Service Advisor to join our Haywards Heath aftersales team. In this hands-on leadership role, you will help oversee daily workshop operations, lead and mentor service staff, drive customer satisfaction, and work closely with the Group Service Manager to hit revenue and profitability targets.
Requirements
- Proven experience within a franchised main dealer setting (Service Advisor, Senior Advisor, or Assistant Manager level).
- Hands-on proficiency with automotive Dealer Management Systems (Pinnacle DMS experience is a major advantage).
- Solid understanding of workshop loading, job sheet invoicing, and manufacturer warranty procedures.
- Valid Full UK Driving Licence.
- Excellent communication, computer literacy, and customer relationship management skills.
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Location & Commute
- Base: Haywards Heath, West Sussex (RH16) (Free secure on-site parking)
- Road Links: Strategic location directly served by the A272 and A23, giving quick access to the M23 and M25 motorway corridors across Sussex and the South East.
- Public Transport: Just minutes from Haywards Heath Mainline Station (served by direct Southern & Thameslink trains) alongside regular regional bus routes.
- Commutable From: Burgess Hill, Crawley, Horsham, Brighton, Hassocks, East Grinstead, and surrounding Sussex areas.
How to Apply
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Please note: We manage multiple automotive vacancies across the region. Even if this specific role isn't a 100% fit, apply today to chat with our recruitment team about other local opportunities.
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