Service Advisor


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£30,000 to £36,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Winchester, SO23 7QN
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	2 Sept 2026
Closing date:	23 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are currently seeking a skilled Service Advisor to join a reputable automotive dealership in Winchester. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Service Advisor to work within a modern, well-equipped workshop and showroom, delivering exceptional customer service and contributing to the success of the dealership’s aftersales department.

The Service Advisor role offers a rewarding career path with attractive benefits and a supportive working environment.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary of up to £30,000, with uncapped earnings potential of £36,000 or more based on performance

- Clear progression opportunities within a respected dealership group

- Monday to Friday working hours from 08:00 to 18:00, including a one-hour lunch break

- 30 days holiday including bank holidays, plus your birthday off

- Long service holiday entitlement

- Access to company health schemes and life assurance

- Employee discounts on manufacturer car purchase schemes, MOTs, and servicing

- Ongoing training and professional development programmes to enhance your career

Duties:

- Greet customers at vehicle drop-off and collection points, ensuring a professional and welcoming atmosphere

- Accurately record customer service requirements and communicate effectively with the workshop team

- Keep customers informed about the status of their vehicle repairs or servicing

- Provide transparent updates and explanations regarding work undertaken

- Cost additional repairs or work recommended by technicians and gain customer approval before proceeding

- Prepare and present accurate invoices, including recommended service plans and warranties

- Upsell service products, warranties, and maintenance packages to maximise customer satisfaction and dealership profitability

Requirements:

- Proven experience as a Service Advisor or in a similar role within the motor trade industry

- Excellent communication and customer service skills

- Confident in upselling and suggesting additional products

- IT literate, preferably with familiarity with systems such as CDK Drive or Kerridge

- Well-organised with strong time-management skills as the Service Advisor

- Full UK driving license, ideally with a clean record

- Customer-focused attitude with a professional manner

- Previous experience within franchised dealerships is preferred

Contact Kinga Csipetics, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Winchester and Hampshire today to discover more about this fantastic Service Advisor 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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