Business Manager

About the company

Audi Centre in Dublin operates within Lookers Motor Group Limited and Charles Hurst Limited, part of a large automotive retail network across the UK and the Republic of Ireland. The group represents more than 30 manufacturer brands and sells both new and used vehicles. The organisation emphasises its people-first culture and offers a competitive rewards and benefits package.

Role overview

This is a permanent, full-time Business Manager position based at Audi Centre, Dublin. The role is suited to a motivated leader, someone who has already managed sales performance, or a senior sales executive looking to move into a broader management position.

The post plays a key part in dealership success by supporting the sales team, improving finance and insurance performance, strengthening customer relationships, and ensuring that all activity remains compliant and customer-focused.

Working pattern and pay

You will work 44 hours per week on a rota covering Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 18:00 and Saturday from 09:00 to 17:00. Sundays are not worked. The package is advertised at €75,000 OTE, made up of a €40,000 basic salary plus bonus, along with a company car.

What you will do

• Guide customers towards suitable funding and insurance solutions based on their needs and circumstances, while maintaining strong compliance standards and treating customers fairly.
• Apply a solid understanding of finance and insurance regulations to ensure accurate advice during vehicle transactions.
• Track finance and insurance results against targets and keep the sales process compliant at all times.
• Work closely with management to coach, develop, and support the sales team so business goals are met.
• Help with planning and forecasting, including reviewing trends and updating dealership plans as needed.
• Build strong product knowledge so customer questions can be answered confidently, and record activity accurately to support reporting and performance review.

Candidate profile

This opportunity requires prior automotive experience. Applicants should be commercially minded, confident in a management environment, and able to motivate others while maintaining high standards of compliance. A full UK driving licence is required because the role involves driving vehicles.

Benefits

• Competitive pay structure with clear progression as skills and experience grow.
• Annual leave that increases with length of service.
• Enhanced family leave benefits, including six months’ full pay for adoption leave and two weeks’ full pay for paternity leave, plus enhanced maternity leave.
• Life assurance cover.
• Health support through Aviva Care, including a digital GP, second medical opinion, and bereavement support.
• Private medical insurance.
• Eye care vouchers.
• Access to Cyclescheme.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Shopping discounts with selected retailers.
• Ongoing manufacturer brand and management training to support career growth.

Selection checks and employment terms

The employer is an equal opportunities organisation and aims to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can perform at their best. If selected, you will be subject to pre-employment checks, which include verification of recent employment, address history, credit history, and a standard criminal record check. Where driving is required, a licence check will also be completed. All offers are subject to a six-month probation period from the start date.

Privacy notice

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