Car Leasing Sales Executive

Hippo Motor Group is currently recruiting for several Leasing Specialists. We are a trailblazing, award-winning company, currently selling over 800 cars per month. With full ongoing training provided, and access to over 6,000 new and used vehicles deals, we have created an environment in which all our Leasing Specialists can thrive and meet their goals.

You will be part of an established vibrant and loyal sales team based at our modern, multi-million-pound headquarters in Blackburn surrounded by luxury facilities.

Successful candidates will be responsible for progressing warm leads that come through via a range of enquiry channels - there is no cold-calling involved. They will provide exceptional customer service and use our internal software to find the best deals for a diverse portfolio of customers.

You will be highly adaptable, driven, and passionate about meeting individual and team targets. Drawing on the knowledge acquired during your training period, you will be equipped with a range of effective tools to deal with all aspects of enquiries that we receive. You will be comfortable handling car leasing, buying, and finance queries for customers from all walks of life from across the country.

Leasing Specialists will be self-motivated, pay attention to detail, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, supportive environment. You will be determined to help drive the company’s goals forward whilst thriving in your own position. We are staunch supporters of personal and professional growth and provide a fair and fast route to progression. Leasing Specialists have numerous great opportunities to reach senior status within their role, which is a level that comes with more benefits and incentives too.

Key Responsibilities

• Answer and ensure you are utilising all warm leads efficiently.

• Respond to all online enquiries in the expected timeframe set by the management team.

• Work effectively to achieve individual and team sales targets in a fast-paced environment.

• Maintain a work rate and level that meets the company’s objectives.

• Approach all enquiries professionally and follow all company procedures.

• Adhere to all responsibilities under the SMC regime which includes abiding by the individual Conduct Rules set out by the FCA.

• Treat your colleagues and the workplace with respect.

• Offer customers the highest level of service and maintain great customer satisfaction and retention whilst actively building on product knowledge.

• Responsibilities are subject to change and may only include some of the above.

Skills and Experience

Previous experience in a sales role is preferred (specific motor trade sales experience not required).
Excellent communication skills with a professional and friendly telephone manner.
Ability to work to your own initiative with minimal supervision whilst maintaining an active role in a close-knit team.
Self-motivated, driven, and passionate about your role and providing good customer service.
Previous track record of target achievement.
Good organisation and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time is vital.
Excellent time-management skills with an eye for accuracy and detail.
Good commercial awareness of the automotive industry is desired but not essential.
Benefits:

• Three-month salary guarantee

• Realistic OTE 60k-70k (uncapped commission with no threshold)

• Monthly ad-hoc incentives: cash prizes and vouchers for top performers

• Clear path for progression with promotional opportunities, enhanced paid holidays, and extra annual leave.

• Excellent hours for the motor industry (required to work only one in four weekends).

• 30 days annual leave

• Free on-site parking

• Rapid progression and career opportunities

• Staff discount on car finance

• Competitive company pension

• Regular staff socials

• After two years’ service: £100 meal voucher and extra day annual leave

• Full FCA training and support from senior management

We have had success from Account Managers in the previous industries. Banking, Insurance, Financial Services, Asset Finance, Commercial Finance, Retail Sales, Telecom Sales, Hospitality, Recruitment and Tech Sales.

You will be operating under the umbrella of Hippo Motor Group’s various brands; including Hippo Prestige, Hippo Leasing, Hippo Motor Finance, Zero Deposit Car Leasing, and Oasis Motor Finance.