Service Advisor


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£30,000 to £35,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Northampton, NN1 5JE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	6 Aug 2026
Closing date:	2 Oct 2026

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Summary

Our client, a reputable family-run main dealership in Northampton, with over 20 years' experience in the motor trade, is seeking a professional and customer-focused Service Advisor to join their friendly and supportive team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Service Advisor to develop their career within a well-established dealer group committed to delivering exceptional customer service.

Benefits:

- Competitive basic salary up to £30,000, depending on experience

- Realistic OTE of £35,000+

- Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:30pm; 1 in 4 Saturday mornings

- Ongoing training and development opportunities

- Supportive, family-oriented team environment

- Career progression within a growing dealership group

Duties of a Service Advisor:

- Serve as the first point of contact for all service customers, providing a welcoming and professional experience

- Handle customer enquiries efficiently in person and over the phone

- Book vehicles in for service, MOT, or repairs accurately and record all information correctly

- Liaise with the workshop team to provide updates on vehicle progress

- Explain maintenance work, costs, and timescales clearly and transparently to customers

- Proactively promote additional products and services such as service plans, warranties, and accessories

- Process invoices, payments, and warranty documentation with attention to detail

- Manage aftersales administration, including warranty claims and follow-up calls

- Maintain high standards of customer satisfaction and retention, ensuring a seamless customer journey

Requirements of a Service Advisor:

- Previous experience as a Service Advisor or in a similar customer service role within the motor trade

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work efficiently under pressure within busy service schedules

- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and IT proficiency

- A proactive attitude with a focus on up-selling and achieving targets

If you are a motivated Service Advisor eager to join a dealer group where your skills are valued and your career can thrive, we want to hear from you.

Contact Tom Thacker, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Northampton and Northamptonshire, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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

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