Service Manager (Automotive)
Job Role:Service Manager
Town/City:Sevenoaks
Salary/Rate:Circa £45k Basic Salary + Bonus
Sector:Service
Job ref:286
Post Date:14.07.26
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Meet Our Recruiter
About the Role
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Prestige Independent Garage
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Based in the Sevenoaks Area
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Circa £45k Basic Salary + Bonus
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Hours: Monday to Thursday 7.30AM – 5.30PM (2.45PM Finish on Fridays)
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Mechanical background preferred, not essential
About the Role:
Monday Matters Recruitment is proud to be working with a highly respected independent prestige garage in Sevenoaks, known for its exceptional standards, loyal customer base, and expertise in high-end vehicles. We are seeking an experienced and driven Service Manager to lead the aftersales function and ensure a first-class customer experience.
Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee the day-to-day running of the service department
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Lead, motivate, and manage a team of technicians and service advisors
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Ensure efficient workshop loading and productivity
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Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and retention
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Handle customer queries and resolve any escalated issues professionally
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Monitor KPIs, performance metrics, and financial targets
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Implement processes to improve efficiency and service quality
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Ensure compliance with health & safety and industry standards
What We’re Looking For:
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Proven experience as a Service Manager (ideally within a prestige or premium automotive environment)
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Strong leadership and team management skills
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Excellent customer service and communication abilities
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Commercial awareness with a focus on profitability and performance
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Organised, proactive, and solution-focused mindset
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Technical understanding of classic and modern vehicles is advantageous
What’s on Offer:
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Competitive basic salary with performance-related bonus
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Opportunity to work with high-end vehicles in a respected independent business
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Supportive and professional working environment
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Career progression within a growing and reputable company
About Monday Matters Recruitment:
At Monday Matters Recruitment, we specialise in connecting talented professionals with outstanding employers across the automotive sector. We’re passionate about helping candidates find roles where they can thrive and grow.
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Driving new and used vehicle sales performance.
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Company car.
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Leading and motivating the sales team to achieve and exceed targets.
Driving new and used vehicle sales performance.
Maximising finance and additional product opportunities.
Ensuring exceptional customer service standards are consistently delivered.
Monitoring performance, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing effective sales strategies.
Supporting the development and progression of team members.
Maintaining a customer-first approach across all areas of the sales operation.
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Is commercially focused with a passion for delivering results.
Has excellent leadership, communication and coaching skills.
Understands the importance of customer satisfaction and brand reputation.
Can demonstrate strong knowledge of automotive sales processes, including finance and additional products.
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Company car.
30 days annual leave including bank holidays.
5-day working week (Monday to Saturday rota).
Company pension scheme.
Life insurance.
Staff discounts.
Recommend a friend scheme.
Ongoing training, development and genuine career progression opportunities.
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Mechanical background preferred, not essential
About the Role:
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Oversee the day-to-day running of the service department
Lead, motivate, and manage a team of technicians and service advisors
Ensure efficient workshop loading and productivity
Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and retention
Handle customer queries and resolve any escalated issues professionally
Monitor KPIs, performance metrics, and financial targets
Implement processes to improve efficiency and service quality
Ensure compliance with health & safety and industry standards
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Proven experience as a Service Manager (ideally within a prestige or premium automotive environment)
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent customer service and communication abilities
Commercial awareness with a focus on profitability and performance
Organised, proactive, and solution-focused mindset
Technical understanding of classic and modern vehicles is advantageous
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Competitive basic salary with performance-related bonus
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Supportive and professional working environment
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