Sales Executive in Durham

Vertu Geely Durham

Are you a successful Automotive Sales Executive looking for an exciting opportunity with a growing and innovative automotive brand?

At Vertu Geely Durham, we're looking for an ambitious and customer-focused Sales Executive to join our team. This is your chance to represent a forward-thinking global automotive brand while enjoying excellent earning potential, outstanding training, and genuine work-life balance.

With earnings ranging from £27,000 basic to £45,000 OTE, plus a company car and uncapped commission opportunities, this role offers the perfect platform for a driven sales professional to accelerate their career.

Why Join Us?

At Vertu Motors, we know our people are the key to our success. That's why we offer industry-leading training, clear career progression opportunities, and a supportive environment where high performers can thrive.

Alongside fantastic earning potential, you'll benefit from a 40-hour working week, a guaranteed weekday off, and the reassurance of being closed every Sunday, giving you valuable time to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

About the Role

As a Sales Executive, you'll be responsible for delivering an exceptional customer journey from first enquiry through to vehicle handover and beyond.

You'll take the time to understand customer needs, showcase our exciting range of vehicles, and help customers make informed decisions on vehicle purchases, finance options, and additional products.

Working within a supportive and collaborative team, you'll be empowered to build lasting customer relationships while maximising your own performance and earnings.

Key responsibilities include

• Delivering a first-class customer experience at every stage of the sales journey
• Building strong relationships with new and existing customers
• Managing enquiries both in person and digitally
• Identifying customer needs and recommending suitable vehicles and products
• Presenting finance and additional product solutions confidently and professionally
• Managing the complete vehicle sales process from enquiry to handover
• Maintaining high customer satisfaction and retention levels
• Achieving individual and team sales objectives

What We're Looking For

We're seeking an experienced automotive sales professional who is motivated by customer satisfaction and achieving results.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 12 months' experience as a Sales Executive within the automotive industry
• A proven track record of achieving sales targets
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for delivering exceptional customer service
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment
• Flexibility to work weekends as part of a rota
• A full UK driving licence (manual and automatic)

A Business Built on Trust

At Vertu Motors, our values guide every customer interaction.

We are committed to delivering products and services that genuinely meet our customers' needs while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, transparency, and integrity. As a representative of both Vertu and Geely, you'll play a key role in building long-term customer loyalty through trust and exceptional service.

As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including references, DBS screening, and driving licence verification where applicable.

Outstanding Benefits

We're proud to invest more in our colleagues' development than any other motor retailer, helping our teams build successful and rewarding careers.

Our benefits package includes

• Earnings potential of £27,000 basic to £45,000 OTE
• Company car
• 25 days holiday, rising to 29 days with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Share Incentive Scheme
• Colleague vehicle purchase scheme
• Preferential servicing rates
• Access to our online rewards platform, offering cashback and discounts with hundreds of retailers
• Ongoing manufacturer and internal training
• Excellent career progression opportunities across the Vertu Motors Group

Drive Your Career Forward

If you're an experienced Automotive Sales Executive looking for a fresh challenge, excellent earning potential, and the opportunity to represent an exciting emerging brand, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with Vertu Geely Durham!