Head of Business

About us: 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.

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.

Head of Business – Omoda JAECOO Battersea - New Site Opening | Join the Launch Team

Salary: OTE up to £120k

Contract: Permanent,Full Time

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8am–6pm (weekend flexibility as required)

We’re launching JAECOO in Battersea — and we need a Head of Business who’s ready to build something extraordinary.

JAECOO is expanding fast, and our brand‑new Battersea site will set the benchmark for what modern automotive retail can be. As Head of Business, you’ll take full ownership of launching, shaping, and driving the success of this flagship location.

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.

What You’ll Do

• Drive performance across sales and aftersales

• Lead and inspire a team that reflects JAECOO’s ambition

• Represent the brand across the Battersea community and beyond

• Develop a customer‑service‑driven culture through communication, coaching, and team development

• Maintain customer service standards aligned with JAECOO’s brand expectations

• Provide clear leadership by communicating the vision and objectives for the site

• Set objectives and review performance with department managers

• Develop and monitor business plans for all sales areas to achieve profit, growth, and market penetration

What You Bring

• Experience running a dealership or automotive site

• A builder’s mindset — proactive, strategic, and hands‑on

• Confidence launching new initiatives and leading change

• A passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences

• Strong leadership capability with a focus on people development

• Commercial acumen and the ability to drive performance across departments

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 6months of employment)

If you want to be part of something new, exciting, and full of potential, this is your moment — apply now.

Core Benefits:

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business

• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service

• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave

• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

Health & Wellbeing:

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs

• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing

• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments

• Optional critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing:

• 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

• Free will writing services to help plan for the future

• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

Leisure & Lifestyle:

• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle

• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence

• Access to home and technology vouchers

• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

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.

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.

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.

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