Head of Business

3 months ago


Exeter, United Kingdom CarStore Exeter Full time

**Head of Business**

**CarStore Exeter**

**£60,000 with £30,000 bonus and company car, pension, critical illness, life assurance, single health care, 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals and aftersales services**

Can you bring a visionary leadership style and motivational energy to a new career as Head of Business at CarStore Exeter?

As one of the UK’s most visionary used car retailers, we’re dedicated to doing things differently and transforming the car buying experience for our customers. We’re looking for someone to truly make an impact and bring our vision to life, making the car buying experience as simple as possible for our customers and wowing with the absolute best buying and aftercare service.

Our Associates are what separate us from the competition; the people who make a difference to our environments, our customers and their experience. As a Head of Business, you’ll manage one of our incredible used car retailers, leading your team and maintaining standards, whilst ensuring our customers drive away happy.

**What does the role of Head of Business involve?**
- Manage all aspects of your dealership, including used car sales, associated products, parts, labour and aftersales care
- Deliver outstanding levels and customer service, and coach your team of Associates to do the same
- Recruit, develop and retain talented Associates, motivating them to be the best they can be and supporting them with regular reviews, training and progression plans
- Control cash flow, stocks and asset management, whilst monitoring financial performance
- Implement brand strategies, policies and procedures, whilst taking a self-driven, forward thinking approach to develop the business further

**What qualities do I need to succeed in the Head of Business role?**
- The drive to succeed in a fast-paced, target orientated environment, whilst being filled with energy and motivation to proactively develop your business, team and self to truly go the extra mile
- Experience of leading a team and achieving targets in a successful business
- Ability to implement and follow robust business processes and practices at all times
- A visionary outlook, able to create an environment where Associates feel valued and engaged, and the passion to nurture and develop fresh new talent
- Dedication to delivering an outstanding customer service, ensuring your customers have an incredible experience throughout their time with us

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £60,000.00-£90,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company car
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Exeter: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Automotive Leadership: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: One location



  • Exeter, United Kingdom Bridge of Hope Full time

    We are working with a Public Sector organisation in Devon to recruit their new permanent Deputy Head of Commercial Services. Key Purpose Work alongside the Head of Commercial Services and Head of Children's Commissioning to deliver a single co-ordinated strategic commercial (procurement, commissioning and contract management) approach., - Working with the...


  • Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Flagship Consulting Full time

    Position Overview: We are looking for a Head of Business Operations to enhance our expanding team. This role will provide strategic insight, guidance, and support to the organization and its leadership in both growth initiatives and daily operational management. Key Responsibilities: You will lead the Enabling Services Team, ensuring the delivery of...

  • Head of Business

    3 months ago


    Exeter, United Kingdom Marshall Motor Group Full time

    **Head of Business - Exeter Audi**: Job description We can offer a fantastic range of benefits in an environment, that offers career development where you will be given autonomy, support and a platform to succeed. These include: - 25 days annual leave (not including Bank Holidays) increasing with length of service - Colleague referral fee up to £2,000 -...

  • Head of Business

    3 months ago


    Exeter, United Kingdom Global Veterinary Careers Full time

    **Company**: Unnamed (Client of Global Veterinary Careers) **Location**: Based in Dubai, UAE with new entity in Ireland. (Applicants can be based in Ireland, UK, UAE) **Salary**: €70,000 - €100,000 Global Veterinary Careers, the leading global talent agency for veterinary professionals, is proud to exclusively represent our esteemed client based in...


  • Exeter, United Kingdom University of Exeter Full time

    The University is seeking a Business Development Officer in the Health and Life Sciences Sector Team. This is a new full-time post and is available immediately on a permanent basis.  The Business Development Office role supports the development of collaborations with industry, organisations and government partners. The post holder will support...


  • Exeter, United Kingdom University of Exeter Full time

    This full-time post is immediately available on a fixed term contract until 30th September 2026. The postholder will be a member of Exeter Innovation’s Sector Team based in Exeter or Cornwall. The University of Exeter has strong relationships with businesses and other non-academic partners, which drive innovation and make a big impact on society and the...

  • Head of Product

    2 weeks ago


    Exeter, United Kingdom Adecco Full time

    Head of Product (Medical Devices)We have an opportunity for Head of Product (SaMD) with a passion for innovation and a desire to join a growing business.As the Head of Product, you will be at the forefront of software development, focusing on cloud-based platforms and integration from a medical standpoint.Our client is seeking someone with a strong software...

  • Head of Product

    4 weeks ago


    Exeter, United Kingdom Adecco Full time

    Head of Product (Medical Devices) We have an opportunity for Head of Product (SaMD) with a passion for innovation and a desire to join a growing business. As the Head of Product, you will be at the forefront of software development, focusing on cloud-based platforms and integration from a medical standpoint. Our client is seeking someone with a strong...

  • Head of Finance

    2 weeks ago


    Exeter, United Kingdom Trial Balance Consulting Full time

    Head of Finance - Exeter - £60-70,000 Most applicants for this opportunity aren’t going to be the right fit. A pretty negative opening gambit, right? Well, not necessarily. What separates this Head of Finance opportunity from others is that our client is thinking ahead. What the job looks like on day one is, for the right person, likely to look very...

  • Head of Product

    2 weeks ago


    Exeter, United Kingdom Adecco Full time

    Head of Product (Medical Devices) We have an opportunity for Head of Product (SaMD) with a passion for innovation and a desire to join a growing business. As the Head of Product, you will be at the forefront of software development, focusing on cloud-based platforms and integration from a medical standpoint. Our client is seeking someone with a strong...

  • Head Chef

    3 months ago


    Exeter, United Kingdom Marston’s Full time

    Overview Head Chef - The Pinhoe Hoard - Salary up to £37,000 + Bonus We’re on the lookout for a Head Chef to lead our kitchen team! It’s time to turn up the heat! Turn your hand to new skills or showcase existing ones. In our kitchens you’ll be part of a team that is obsessed with creating great experiences for our guests. Our kitchen is...

  • Head Chef

    2 weeks ago


    Exeter, United Kingdom Toby Carvery Full time

    As Head Chef at Toby Carvery - Exeter you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. Youll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of the highest standard. Managing all areas of the kitchen, youll keep our guests coming back for more Join us at Toby Carvery, the home of the roast, where...


  • Exeter, United Kingdom LiveWest Full time

    **Head of Asset Investment - Delivery** Based in the Exeter, Weston-Super-Mare or Tolvaddon office (with hybrid working and travel across the region to attend meetings) This is an exceptional opportunity for a high calibre, customer focused individual with experience leading an Asset Investment Team and a background in Contract Management, Project and...

  • Head Chef

    2 weeks ago


    Exeter, United Kingdom The Botanist Full time

    The Botanist are recruiting a Head Chef!Why join us? 50% discount on food for you and all your guests at any of our restaurants. Head Chef Bonus Scheme (market leading) Rapidly growing, award-winning, multi-brand company. Transparent career progression with our in-house Management Academy Company pension scheme. An employee assistance program providing...

  • Head of Service

    4 weeks ago


    Exeter, United Kingdom Brook Street Social Care Full time

    HEAD OF SERVICE- Temporary assignmentLocation: Bristol, Exeter with travel requiredSalary:£63,863/year (£33.02/hour)Length of contract: 4 monthsContracted hours: 40 hours/week with on call dutyThe role is a temporary position designed to enhance management capacity during a significant transition project. As a member of the Senior Management Team, you will...

  • Head of Fundraising

    1 week ago


    Exeter, United Kingdom InFocus Charity Full time

    About the role The Head of Fundraising at InFocus is our senior fundraiser. They report to the Director of Income Generation and Business Development (IGBD) who has a varied portfolio that also includes marketing and communications, catering, charity retail, and strategic partnerships. This means that you will be part of a wider team (and all the support...

  • Head of Fundraising

    1 month ago


    Exeter, United Kingdom InFocus Charity Full time

    About the role The Head of Fundraising at InFocus is our senior fundraiser. They report to the Director of Income Generation and Business Development (IGBD) who has a varied portfolio that also includes marketing and communications, catering, charity retail, and strategic partnerships. This means that you will be part of a wider team (and all the support...

  • Head of Service

    1 month ago


    Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Brook Street Social Care Full time

    HEAD OF SERVICE- Temporary assignmentLocation: Bristol, Exeter with travel requiredSalary: 63,863/year /hour)Length of contract: 4 monthsContracted hours: 40 hours/week with on call dutyThe role is a temporary position designed to enhance management capacity during a significant transition project. As a member of the Senior Management Team, you will be...


  • Exeter, United Kingdom Taking Care Full time

    **Are you a driven leader from a Customer Experience Background?** **Are you looking for a role with autonomy to drive the strategic leadership and operational management in a Customer Experience environment?** We have an amazing opportunity for a **Head of Customer Experience **to join our Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in a role critical to the success of...

  • Head Chef

    1 month ago


    Exeter, United Kingdom Toby Carvery - South West Full time

    As Head Chef atToby Carvery - Exeter you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proudof. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all thefood that leaves the kitchen is of the highest standard. Managing all areas ofthe kitchen, you’ll keep our guests coming back for moreJoin us at Toby Carvery, the home of the roast, where...