Vehicle Schemes Manager

At Geely, our story began in 1986 with a simple but powerful idea, an idea that has driven us to become one of the world's most forward-thinking automotive groups. For nearly three decades, we've been redefining mobility through our iconic global brands, including Geely Auto, Volvo Cars, Polestar, Lotus, Zeekr, Lynk & Co, the London Electric Vehicle Company, Farizon, and more. We are Geely Auto UK, the UK arm of Geely Auto Group. Having entered the market in 2025 with our first electric SUV, the Geely EX5, we're continuing to grow rapidly as we build a nationwide dealer and service network.

Job purpose:

The Vehicle Schemes Manager will be responsible for developing, managing, and improving all employee, demonstrator, press, technical, fleet and pool vehicle schemes across Geely Auto UK. Working with a range of internal teams and external partners, you'll ensure schemes operate efficiently, remain fully compliant and deliver an excellent user experience, while supporting vehicle utilisation, profitability and business growth.

Main responsibilities:

• Manage all company vehicle schemes across Geely Auto UK and associated entities, including employee, demonstrator, press, technical, fleet and pool vehicles.

• Manage the full vehicle life cycle from order and allocation through to return and disposal.

• Develop and maintain scheme policies, procedures and governance controls to support the transition of vehicle schemes from external providers to in-house management.

• Ensure full compliance with insurance, funding, payroll and fleet governance requirements.

• Manage vehicle return inspections, damage assessments, recharge processes and dispute resolutions.

• Monitor scheme performance, utilisation and costs, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.

• Build strong relationships with suppliers, insurers, logistics providers and internal stakeholders.

• Optimise vehicle stock usage and support used vehicle strategies to maximise profitability.

• Develop and improve processes, systems and controls that support a scalable and customer-focused operation.

Education, Skills and Personal characteristics required:

• Experience managing automotive vehicle schemes, fleet operations or vehicle lifecycle programmes.

• Strong understanding of vehicle insurance, fleet compliance and operational governance requirements.

• Experience working with external suppliers and managing relationships across multiple stakeholder groups.

• Proven ability to manage costs, reporting and operational performance.

• Experience leading projects, implementing process improvements and driving operational efficiencies.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills.

• Commercially minded with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and fleet management systems.

What we can offer you beyond the salary:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Geely ECOS scheme
• Car allowance
• x6 Life assurance
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Medicash
• Bike2work scheme

We are an equal opportunities employer:

At Geely Auto UK, we value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all candidates. We are committed to fair recruitment and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. If you believe you are right for this role, we warmly welcome your application.