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General Manager in Reading

On-site in Reading·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 29 Oct)

Our summary

Work mode
On-site, Reading
Contract
Permanent, full-time hours
Holiday
25 days holiday + bank holidays

Skills

Marshall Motor Group is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Reading.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

General Manager

Marshall Volkswagen Reading


Competitive basic salary | Generous OTE Scheme + company car + private fuel + private healthcare; 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays (increases with service); Life assurance & pension scheme; Discounts on car purchase, servicing & more; Access to exclusive shopping and lifestyle perks.
Full-time | 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday

  • Performance rewards: Competitive bonus scheme, based on multiple achievable elements.
  • Full tailored training: We will provide a selection of digital learning, some chosen by us to prepare you in the best possible way for your role, as well as some chosen by you for your continued development.
  • Career development: Ongoing manufacturer training and development pathways across the Group.
  • Financial security: Life insurance, contributory pension.
  • Exclusive perks: Discounts and rewards via a dedicated employee platform.

At Marshall Motor Group, our policy is to employ the best qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees. This includes promotion and training, and not to discriminate against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or disability.

The role

This is an exciting dual-site opportunity, supporting both our Passenger Car dealership and Commercial Van Centre. Working across both locations, you will play a key role in delivering an exceptional experience for customers and colleagues, while supporting the continued success and growth of both operations.

What you'll do

  • You'll have full accountability for the performance of both stores, overseeing both the Sales and Aftersales departments.
  • You will lead, motivate, and develop your management teams, supporting them to meet and exceed financial, operational, and customer satisfaction targets.
  • You will work closely with your Regional Directors and Franchise Director, in ensuring that every part of the business is aligned with group objectives, manufacturer expectations, and industry compliance.
  • You'll also take the lead on local marketing, commercial growth strategy, and staff development across the site.

We're looking for

  • Someone with previous General Manager experience and a solid understanding of dealership operations.
  • Someone commercially astute, who can drive business performance through effective planning, leadership, and people development.
  • Someone with stakeholder management and the ability to lead and influence at all levels.
  • Someone who has a customer focused mindset, with the drive to achieve high CSI scores and build long-term loyalty.
  • Someone with good problem-solving skills and an analytical approach to data, forecasting and performance management.
  • Most importantly, a role model who lives and breathes our values.

About Marshall Motor Group

Industry
Motor Retail

In their own words

About the company & team

At Marshall Motor Group, we're proud to represent over 25 leading car, van, truck and motorbike brands across more than 130 stores in England. We're also part of the Constellation Automotive Group, home to some of the most well-known brands in the automotive industry, including webuyanycar, cinch and BCA. Our team is over 4,000 strong and receives excellent pay packages and fantastic benefits in an environment centred around integrity, respect and innovation.

We want to hear from people with a customer-centric, can-do attitude who are ready to drive their career - and our company - forward.

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