Our client in Midwest Australia is seeking an experienced Parts Manager to lead and drive growth across their multiple automotive brands. This position is an exceptional opportunity to implement strategic improvements, contribute to business growth, and prioritise customer satisfaction within a collaborative, supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategies to drive business growth and department improvement
- Manage and develop the parts team to achieve departmental goals
- Monitor and optimise parts inventory levels, minimising obsolete stock
- Work closely with the workshop team to ensure seamless operations
- Analyse seasonal trends and ensure availability of essential parts
Ideal Candidate
- Demonstrated experience in managing a successful and profitable parts department
- Strong financial and analytical skills with proven P&L management experience
- Effective team player with strong leadership abilities to meet performance target
- Proven track record of driving growth and achieving business objective
- Current residency in Australia is required
What’s on Offer
Base Salary: AUD $85,000 per annum, plus a competitive monthly incentive scheme
Additional Benefits: Company car and relocation assistance within Australia
Our client is looking for a Workshop Controller to join their dealership in Stevenage.
The successful candidate will join a friendly, dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional service and high-quality work.
Role Responsibilities:
The Workshop Controller will oversee daily workshop operations, support technicians in meeting performance targets, assist service managers in ensuring high-quality customer service, and contribute to profitability and customer retention goals.
Requirements:
- A full UK driving licence
- Previous experience working as a Workshop Controller, ideally in a main dealer setting
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication
- A collaborative mindset, resilience under pressure, and a focus on customer service excellence
The Package:
A basic salary of £30,000-£34,000 + company benefits!
If this sounds like you, apply with your CV today!
We are seeking experienced Motor Vehicle Technician to join our client in Borehamwood. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading automotive group, providing service and expertise to valued customers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on the vehicles
- Ensure all work is completed to the highest standards of quality and efficiency
- Utilise advanced diagnostic tools and software
- Collaborate with team members to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction
Requirements:
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
- Minimum of 2 years experience working in a main dealership or independent garage
Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive base salary of £32,000 – £40,000 per annum, with the potential to earn up to £60,000
If you are a skilled technician looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to grow with a reputable company, we want to hear from you!
Are you an experienced Service Advisor with a passion for providing exceptional customer service? Looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dealership in Borehamwood? We want to hear from you!
You will be the primary point of contact for customers checking in their vehicles and their reliable advisor for providing updates on vehicle progress. Strong relationship-building skills and excellent organisational abilities are essential.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Service Advisor within a dealership or automotive service environment is a must
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of automotive systems and repair processes is desirable
- A positive attitude and a willingness to go above and beyond to exceed customer expectations.
- Full UK Driving Licence
You will be the primary point of contact for customers checking in their vehicles and their reliable advisor for providing updates on vehicle progress. Strong relationship-building skills and excellent organisational abilities are essential.
The package
- Basic salary: £28,000 – £31,000 + up to £35,000 OTE (uncapped)
- Company and manufacturer training
- Long Service holiday rewards that increase with your length of service
Application Process
Please apply with your CV today.
Our client has an opportunity for an experienced aftersales professional to join their passenger dealership as Assistant Service Manager.
As Assistant Service Manager you will be responsible for a team of Service Advisors, Workshop Manager and Motor Vehicle Technicians in the workshop focused on aftersales excellence. You will analyse service advisor process and performance to ensure they are operating to the highest standards and providing customers with the best service. You will work closely with the workshop manager to operate a highly efficient workshop that works seamlessly with the service reception.
Requirements
- Currently a Service Reception Manager or Assistant Service Manager in the Middle East region
- Passenger car dealership experience with prestige or luxury cars
- Understanding of aftersales KPIs
- Lead, appraise and support employee performance
- Arabic speaking essential
- Maximise revenue and upsell with all customers
- A proven ability to coach, train and direct staff is vital to maximise performance and results
- Support management with reporting on performance and KPIs
- Committed to providing excellent customer service
- A thorough understanding of aftersales process
- Highly dedicated to progressing into a Service Manager position
The Package
US$ 49,000 annual salary package (tax free) plus company car, bonus scheme and expat benefits.
Application
If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for the automotive industry and meet the above criteria, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please note that only candidates who fit the specified criteria will be contacted due to the volume of applications we receive.
About HCP
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In-House Legal Counsel – Property Law (Part-Time, Flexible, Remote)
We are excited to present a rare and highly flexible opportunity for a qualified and experienced In-House Legal Counsel to join our esteemed client, a UHNWI (Ultra High Net Worth Individual) from the Middle East with an impressive UK property portfolio.
The Role
As a key legal advisor to the Chairman, you will provide strategic property law guidance that directly supports and influences high-level decision-making. You will be a trusted partner, integral to the teams you collaborate with, shaping outcomes with confidence and expertise.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Offering comprehensive legal advice across a range of property matters, ensuring that risks are fully assessed to support sound business decisions.
- Translating complex legal issues into clear, actionable guidance for the Chairman and his senior advisers.
- Supporting both generalist and specialist legal needs, with a focus on conveyancing and heritage / listed properties.
- Maintaining a pragmatic, commercially focused approach to legal challenges, helping to drive business success.
Our Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a highly experienced property lawyer, qualified as a solicitor in England and Wales, with a minimum of 6 years’ post-qualification experience who will bring:
- Expertise in conveyancing, heritage properties, and listed building regulations.
- In-depth knowledge of land registration and property regulatory frameworks.
- Desirable experience in planning and construction law.
- A demonstrated ability to provide clear, concise legal advice and manage relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and advise effectively at the highest levels.
- A pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset with the capability to work independently and efficiently.
What’s on Offer
- 💷 £55,000 – £62,000 per annum (depending on experience), on a consultancy basis.
- 💻 Hybrid working with exceptional flexibility.
- ⚖ A strong focus on work-life balance and well-being.
- ✈️ Occasional travel to the Middle East for high-level meetings.
We are seeking experienced Motor Vehicle Technicians to join our client at Watford. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading automotive group, providing service and expertise to valued customers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on the vehicles
- Ensure all work is completed to the highest standards of quality and efficiency
- Utilise advanced diagnostic tools and software
- Collaborate with team members to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction
Requirements:
- The ideal candidate will be an experienced Level 3 Motor Vehicle Technician
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
- Minimum of 3 years experience working in a main dealership or independent garage
Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive base salary of £35,000 – £40,000 per annum, with the potential to earn up to £60,000
If you are a skilled technician looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to grow with a reputable company, we want to hear from you!
Are you an experienced Service Advisor with a passion for providing exceptional customer service? Looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dealership in Watford? We want to hear from you!
You will be the primary point of contact for customers checking in their vehicles and their reliable advisor for providing updates on vehicle progress. Strong relationship-building skills and excellent organisational abilities are essential.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Service Advisor within a dealership or automotive service environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of automotive systems and repair processes is desirable
- A positive attitude and a willingness to go above and beyond to exceed customer expectations.]
- Full UK Driving Licence
You will be the primary point of contact for customers checking in their vehicles and their reliable advisor for providing updates on vehicle progress. Strong relationship-building skills and excellent organisational abilities are essential.
The package
- Basic salary: £28,000 – £31,000 + up to £36,000 OTE (uncapped)
- Company and manufacturer training
- Monday to Friday, 1 in 7 Saturdays!
Application Process
Please apply with your CV today.
An opportunity has become available with our client, a dealer group in Saudi Arabia, who are seeking a Master Technician to join their team. Our client prides itself on being a great place to work and offering ongoing training and development.
Reporting to the Workshop Manager, you will be involved in complex diagnostics and repairs, driving quality and first-time fix. Additionally, your focus will be on providing guidance and coaching to the other technicians in the workshop.
The Role
- Effectively investigate and diagnose complex faults
- Undertake complex repairs efficiently by using diagnostic equipment
- Performing repair work to a high standard and to manufacturer requirements
- The ability to coach and guide the technicians in the workshop to enhance the skill level and increase customer service is paramount
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Master Technician from a premium brand, ideally Audi, BMW, Porsche or Mercedes Benz, with exceptional technical skills. If you have any EV qualifications, that would be an added advantage.
The Package
A competitive basic salary and benefits
We are seeking a seasoned professional to join our client, a high-profile Group Chairman from the Middle East as a Strategic Adviser on a retained consultancy basis. This role involves providing high-level advice and guidance to the Chairman on both corporate and personal investments. The ideal candidate will possess strong managerial experience in industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic advice and guidance at the Board level on company (automotive and non-automotive) matters.
- Advising the Chairman on corporate and personal investments.
- Sit on various boards under the control of the Chairman, offering insightful and impactful advice.
- Utilise experience in UK real estate to inform investment and development decisions.
- Leverage strong managerial experience to drive strategic initiatives.
- Offer practical insights and advice on residential construction projects.
Qualifications and Experience
- Extensive experience in a senior advisory role, preferably within a corporate setting.
- Strong managerial background in industry.
- Proven expertise in UK real estate; experience with residential construction is a plus.
- Ability to provide strategic direction and support at the highest levels of the organisation.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a respectful and down-to-earth demeanour.
- A personality that blends confidence with humility; no ego, approachable, and personable.
Location and Travel
- This is a remote position, based in the UK.
- The role may require occasional travel to attend various Board meetings in the Middle East.
To Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position.