Job Description
Join a Leading Automotive Team as a Service Advisor at Walton-On-Thames
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service in a dynamic automotive environment? Lookers, a respected name in the automotive retail industry, is seeking a dedicated Service Advisor to join their Walton-on-Thames Volkswagen team. This is your opportunity to be part of a friendly, professional, and forward-thinking dealership, supporting customers and ensuring top-tier service every day.
What You’ll Do:
- Manage retail and workshop customer inquiries with speed and professionalism.
- Build lasting relationships, setting accurate expectations and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Process service and parts orders efficiently, ensuring same-day completion.
- Complete vehicle health checks and support stock control processes.
- Carry out administrative functions accurately and on time.
- Support the Parts Manager with daily operational duties.
- Answer customer calls, log stock discrepancies, and provide outstanding care.
Essential Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a Service Advisor or similar automotive customer-facing role.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills coupled with a strong customer-care focus.
- Practical computer system knowledge, with the ability to handle administrative tasks effectively.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A full UK driving licence (to be confirmed).
Preferred Qualifications & Experience:
- Previous experience within a dealership environment, ideally in the automotive aftersales sector.
- Experience with vehicle health checks and stock management.
Additional Requirements:
- This is a full-time, permanent role with a 42-hour week, Monday to Friday (8:00am-5:30pm) and Saturdays on a rota basis (8:00am-12:30pm).
- Benefits include a £32,000 basic salary plus bonus (OTE/structure not specified).
- No specific training or progression details provided; opportunities to be confirmed.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Competitive salary plus bonus scheme.
- Join an established, reputable dealership with a supportive team environment.
- Engage in varied responsibilities that develop your skills across service, parts, and administration.
- Build meaningful relationships with customers and colleagues.
This grade B position offers an excellent platform to advance your career in the automotive industry. If you're ready to make a difference and thrive in a customer-focused role, apply now to become a valued member of the Walton-on-Thames team!