Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager – Halfords

Ready for the next step in management with the UK’s largest automotive service, maintenance and repair business? We offer great career opportunities, benefits, and an uncapped bonus scheme! As an Assistant Manager, you’ll work alongside the Centre Manager to provide productive management and leadership, driving profitability with a strong focus on the customer’s journey. You will spend time both in the workshop, working with technicians, and in the front‑office supporting sales and customer service.

Make a difference in a fast‑paced environment and help drive business performance in a company that values innovation and customer experience. If you’re passionate about the automotive industry and eager for long‑term career progression, we want to hear from you.

• Maximum £34,203 per annum + bonus
• Average uncapped bonus of £7,100 per year (potential to earn more)
• 5 days a week (Centre closed on Sundays)
• Earn extra with our refer‑a‑friend scheme – T&C’s apply

• 5.6 weeks’ annual leave
• Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most Halfords products in our retail stores
• Discounts on groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more
• Family & Friends Discount Events
• Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial planning support via Wagestream – access up to 30% of your salary in advance
• GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day
• Join the Share Save scheme with a 20% discount on shares
• Health Cash Plan – access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance
• Hybrid training plus ATA & MOT Tester qualifications available

• Proven ability to deliver high levels of customer satisfaction through effective management and leadership
• Experience in coaching, training, and developing colleagues on the spot
• Strong technical/mechanical knowledge, ideally supported by a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent experience)
• Solid understanding of workshop operations, diagnostics, and vehicle maintenance processes
• Bring your own set of tools and put them to great use in a busy, well‑equipped workshop
• Experience of maintaining compliance with Health & Safety standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• IT proficient, with the ability and willingness to learn in‑house systems
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Full, valid driving licence

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Other

Retail

Bracknell, England, United Kingdom

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