Showroom Manager

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.

Hours:

44 hours per week, rota basis

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 DOE plus bonus opportunity

Contract Type:
Permanent, Full‑time

A rare opportunity has arrived to be part of something genuinely exciting. Charles Hurst is expanding its successful Usedirect operation — and we’re looking for a Showroom Manager who’s ready to help drive performance, elevate customer experience, and shape the next chapter of our Newtownabbey site.

This is more than a traditional showroom management position. You’ll be at the heart of a growing retail operation, helping to refine processes, support the sales team, and set the standard for what Usedirect represents within Charles Hurst.

• Maximising finance and insurance performance across the Usedirect Dundonald operation
• Supporting the sales team with coaching, development, and deal‑structuring
• Ensuring full FCA compliance and a best‑in‑class customer experience
• Working closely with management to strengthen the site’s commercial footprint
• Bringing energy, ideas, and leadership to a high‑performing team

Usedirect is Charles Hurst’s dedicated used‑car retail brand, offering customers exceptional choice, value, and peace of mind. With a wide range of quality‑approved vehicles, transparent pricing, and a customer‑first approach, Usedirect has become one of the most trusted names in used‑car retailing across Northern Ireland.

Our Newtownabbey site continues to grow rapidly, and we’re committed to delivering a modern, enjoyable, and confidence‑inspiring buying experience for every customer who walks through the door.

• 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

• 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

• MyView Pay Now – 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

• 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…