Car Sales Executive


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£20,000 to £50,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Salisbury, SP2 7RS
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	4 Sept 2026
Closing date:	3 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a highly motivated and professional New/Used Car Sales Executive to join a brand new franchise-approved dealership in Salisbury. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced car sales professional seeking to work with one of the UK’s most popular automotive brands. The New/Used Car Sales Executive will be responsible for selling a diverse range of vehicles, from electric SUVs to petrol city cars, alongside accessories, finance packages, and insurance products. The role requires exceptional customer service, accurate communication of delivery updates, and the ability to build strong customer relationships to maximise sales performance.

Benefits of the Car Sales Executive:

- Basic salary of £20,000 per annum with uncapped, performance-related commission, earning £50,000+ on target annually

- Company car provided

- 30 days’ annual leave plus 1 day for your birthday

- Manufacturer-approved training and ongoing career development opportunities

- Pension scheme with employer contributions

- Staff purchase discounts, long service awards, loyalty competitions, shared parental leave, and life assurance

- Opportunity to work with a leading automotive brand, focusing on electric and hybrid vehicle markets

- Working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:30am-6:00pm; Saturdays 8:30am-5:00pm; Sundays 10:00am-4:00pm, with 1 in 3 Sundays off

Duties of the Car Sales Executive:

- Selling new and used vehicles across a wide range of models

- Advising customers on vehicle features, warranties, and after-sales services

- Demonstrating vehicle features and explaining warranty and service arrangements

- Managing customer relationships from initial contact through delivery and after-sales support

- Achieving and exceeding sales targets by selling add-ons, accessories, and finance products

- Keeping customers informed regarding vehicle delivery and resolving queries in a professional manner

- Collecting payments and ensuring a high standard of customer satisfaction throughout the process

- Supporting the Service Department with customer introductions and after-sales support

Requirements of the Car Sales Executive:

- Current or recent experience in car sales is essential

- Experience in new car sales is advantageous but not mandatory

- UK driving licence with minimal points

- Reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Salisbury

- A results-driven attitude with a commitment to customer satisfaction

- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

- Passion for the automotive industry and a desire to succeed

Contact Hamish Lowrie, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Salisbury and the surrounding region, 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.

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