Head of Business

Overview

Head of Business
Evans Halshaw
Ford Ashton

Competitive salary and OTE plus company car, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension, family health care, life assurance schemes, exclusive discounts on new and used vehicles and aftersales services.

Here at Evans Halshaw, we’re entering an exciting period of transformation and growth, and we’re looking for a passionate Head of Business to play a pivotal role in shaping our future.

As Head of Business at Ford Ashton, you’ll lead a stand-alone Ford operation with a strong reputation in the local market. This is a well-established Ford dealership with a significant used car business, offering a fantastic platform for the right leader to make their mark. You’ll be instrumental in driving performance, strengthening our market position, and building on an already successful operation.

In this role, you’ll take full responsibility for the financial and operational success of one of the most recognised automotive brands in the industry. You’ll inspire and empower your team to perform at their very best, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture. This opportunity is perfectly suited to an inspirational and commercially focused leader who can build on strong foundations, drive continued growth, and accelerate both the success of the business and their own career progression.

If you’re looking for a role that’s a blend of being fast-paced and challenging, with a culture that enables you to be yourself and enjoy the ride, you’ll feel right at home:

Structured career paths with ongoing development opportunities:
We believe in nurturing talent from within, creating a culture where your growth is our mission, this is why you’ll have access to the coaching, mentoring and tailored training programmes you need to flourish.

As a testament to your development, you will have the opportunity to apply for our Aspiring Group Vice President (GVP) programme, this is tailored around individual future aspirations and skills growth. We will empower you to drive your own career with the support from senior leaders and our dedicated learning and development team.

Work life balance:

This role is fast-paced and can be challenging but we are committed to ensuring you have a great work life balance. This role provides you with space to recharge, pursue your passions and spend quality time outside of work.

• Being accountable for delivering top financial results across each department, by offering a first-class experience for your associates and customers
• Ensuring all processes and standards are met in line with FCA regulations, maintaining showroom excellence in line with manufacturer standards
• Champion outstanding customer service, coaching your team to deliver the same level of excellence throughout their respective teams
• Lead from the front on all aspects of your dealership, including new and used car sales, associated products, parts, labour and aftersales care
• Recruit, develop and retain talented associates, motivating them to be the best they can be and supporting them with regular reviews, training and progression plans
• Build meaningful manufacturer relationships by implementing brand strategies, policies and procedures to an exceptional level

• A proven top-performer at leadership level within the automotive sector, being driven by a passion for the industry
• Knowledgeable of vehicle, consumer credit and trade practice legislation, with the ability to satisfy the requirements of GI Compliance and be of ‘good financial repute’
• Experienced in managing budgets and leading high performing teams, dedicated to motivating and coaching your team to be the best they can be
• Customer orientated with excellent communication skills and a people-first mindset

• Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you love
• Celebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthday
• Our industry-leading Family Leave Policies ensure you’re supported when it matters most
• Access a new car…