Perfect Placement UK Ltd

Car Sales Executive

GL51 7SA

Key information

Pay
£22,500 to £40,000 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
2 Oct 2026
Closing date
31 Oct 2026

About this role

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a New/Used Car Sales Executive to join their reputable dealership in Cheltenham. This is an excellent Car Sales Executive opportunity for a motivated individual to develop their career within a well-established franchise, offering substantial earning potential and long-term career progression.

Benefits

  • Starting basic salary of £22,500 per annum
  • Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 6:00pm, with a scheduled day off each week

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Saturdays from 9

00am to 5:00pm and alternating

Sundays from 10

00am to 4:00pm.

  • Uncapped earning potential with performance-related commission, with on-target earnings exceeding £40,000 annually
  • Company car included
  • 31 days annual leave, increasing with service (plus bank holidays in lieu)
  • Holiday pay based on a 12-month wage average
  • Full manufacturer-approved training programme
  • Company pension scheme and additional staff benefits
  • Staff purchase discounts and exclusive access to high street and online retailer discounts
  • Opportunities for career advancement within a top 200 AM retailer rated 'star' in the Sunday Times ‘Best Companies to Work For’

Duties of a

Car Sales Executive

  • Selling new and used vehicles, including hybrid and electric models where applicable
  • Promoting various add-ons, accessories, and finance and insurance products as a Car Sales Executive
  • Building and maintaining excellent customer relationships to achieve and exceed sales targets
  • Providing detailed vehicle demonstrations and explaining warranties, services, and after-sales support
  • Keeping customers informed about vehicle delivery status and managing any delays
  • Resolving customer queries promptly and collecting payments prior to vehicle handover
  • Introducing customers to the Service Department and offering ongoing support

Requirements of a

Car Sales Executive

  • Residency within a reasonable commuting distance of Cheltenham
  • UK driving licence with minimal points
  • Previous experience in car sales preferred; experience with new, hybrid, or electric vehicles advantageous but not essential
  • Strong transferable skills in retail, customer service, or sales roles
  • Results-driven attitude with a passion for delivering excellent customer service
  • Ability to build rapport and maintain lasting customer relationships
  • Commitment to professionalism and the brand

Contact Sarena Abbott, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Cheltenham and Gloucestershire, today to discover more about this fantastic Car Sales Executive opportunity.

Perfect Placement are the UK’s Leading Automotive Recruitment Agency so if you are looking for a Job get in touch today.