Senior Automotive Researcher

Senior Automotive Recruitment Researcher

Location:

Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20

Salary:
Circa £35,000 basic salary (depending on experience) + uncapped commission / bonus – OTE up to £60,000. Base £55,000 – £65,000 base, plus up to 20% shift premium.

Full Time and Permanent, Monday to Friday – 9.00am-5.30pm, no weekends.

• Conduct in-depth research into target organisations, markets, and industry sectors using databases, online tools and direct outreach
• Attend client briefings, project calls and meetings alongside Lead Consultants
• Identify, map and directly approach senior‑level candidates via telephone and digital channels
• Engage, qualify, and secure candidate interest and commitment to live search assignments
• Collect and manage candidate information in full compliance with GDPR and internal processes
• Verbally assess candidates against agreed role competencies and selection criteria
• Create search reports through accurate database management, research insights and market analysis
• Generate candidate referrals through senior industry contacts and professional networks
• Continuously develop sector knowledge and stay informed on relevant industry news and trends

• Strong knowledge of the Automotive sector
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders
• Strong commercial awareness and business acumen
• Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills
• Strong report writing skills

• Passionate about learning and contributing to a well‑performing business
• Excellent people skills
• Resilient to pressure, working at pace and ability to multitask
• A team player
• Practical problem‑solving ability
• Using own initiative to work through issues or problems, without the need to be completely dependent
• Sociable, outgoing, committed, conscientious and motivated

This role would suit someone who is a Business Manager / Transaction Manager / Sales Manager in a car dealership who is looking for a change in role but is still keen to be involved in the Automotive sector.

To apply for this role please submit your full and up to date CV to Jonathan Sweasey at Pybus Recruitment.