Network Development Executive

The Role

The Network Development Executive plays an important role in shaping and strengthening the Kia Dealer network across both Passenger Cars and Commercial Vehicles (PBVs). Working closely with internal colleagues, Dealer partners and external suppliers, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to a wide range of activities that support the continued growth and development of the network.

This is a varied and commercially focused role, involving the review and analysis of Dealer performance and market data to provide insights and recommendations that support effective decision‑making. The successful candidate will also coordinate Dealer appointment and termination processes, support departmental reporting, and act as a key point of contact between suppliers and Dealer partners, helping to ensure strong relationships and smooth delivery across the network.

• Responsibility for Dealer appointments and termination processes; acting as a main point of contact between the Dealer, other Kia UK (KUK) departments and key suppliers
• Take a lead role in the implementation of Corporate Identity programmes across the Kia Passenger Car network and PBV Centre network, acting as a main point of contact between Dealer partners and suppliers
• Working closely with the Network Development team to support the ongoing development of the network representation plan
• Reviewing geographic areas to highlight business opportunities and impact on existing Dealer representation
• Reporting and evaluation of Dealer network performance using operational and financial key performance indicators for management review
• Monitoring Dealer achievement to brand standards, and follow up actions where shortfalls are identified
• Dealer visits to assist with the achievement of business objectives and to support personal development
• Creation and processing of business proposals as required by the Network Development team
• Report the results of the business across the company and Kia Europe / Kia HQ within specified deadlines
• Development and maintenance of the Network Development database
• Support Network Development Operations Manager on new projects
• Ad‑hoc reports to the management of Kia UK as required

• Excellent Excel skills for spreadsheets and analysis.
• Excellent general IT skills including PowerPoint, Word, Co‑Pilot.
• Excellent organisational, project and time‑management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong team player with the ability to work with others to ensure the achievement of objectives.

• Flexible working hours (core hours between 10:00am-3:00pm)
• Hybrid working (up to 2 days a week remote working pro rata)
• Employee Car Scheme (car lease + insurance all included from £85/month)
• Onsite Chef -> free lunch every day
• Private Medical Care (Vitality)
• Annual Health Checks and free flu jabs offered onsite
• Private Dental Care (Denplan, £0 excess)
• Pension with enhanced employer contribution
• Life Assurance
• 24 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Wellness benefits including cycle to work scheme, free eye tests, employee assistance programme, Mental Health First Aiders and more
• Financial hub providing free financial guidance and support
• Work from anywhere for one week a year
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave (up to 6 months full pay)
• Enhanced Paternity Leave (up to 4 weeks full pay)
• Free weekly yoga, football, and badminton clubs
• Pool tables, dart board, and massage chairs onsite
• Opportunity to get involved & give back via our charity partners
• Birthday Vouchers
• Celebrations such as our Spring Ball, Christmas events, Social Club and much more!

The Kia UK Head Office is based in Walton‑on‑Thames, just a 5‑minute walk from the station. We also have plenty of on‑site parking for drivers, including EV charging ports.

There is step‑free access throughout the building, but please let us know if you require any additional accessibility support and we will cater to your needs as best we can.

At Kia, we are committed to employing the best‑qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and thereby not discriminating against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief or disability.