Sales Executive - Charles Hurst Group

About us: We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.  

We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Charles Hurst Sales Executive - Full Training Provided

Various Positions Available Across Northern Ireland

£50,000 On Target Earnings & Company Car

44 hours per week, every sunday off!

Gym Membership Discounts | Smart Health Virtual GP | Dental Insurance | Eyecare Vouchers | 20% off EE | 25% off O2 | Employee Vehicle Discounts – full list of employment benefits available upon request.

If you’re good with people, competitive by nature and feel you should be earning more, this could be the perfect move for you. Charles Hurst is the largest new and used car retailer in Northern Ireland. We have over 50 dealerships across Belfast, Newtownabbey, Newtownards, Dundonald and Portadown.  We’ve got the stock, the customers and the reputation. What we need now is more of the right people to help us grow, and serve even more customers across Northern Ireland.

What the job actually involves

• Talking to customers online, on the phone and in person


• Taking the time to understand what customers actually need – not just what they ask for


• Being empathetic and helpful, especially when customers are making big financial decisions


• Helping customers choose the right vehicle, finance and options to suit their lifestyle and budget


• Managing your enquiries properly and keeping in touch with customers until they are ready to buy


• Taking ownership of your customers and making the whole process easy and enjoyable for them


• Following a clear sales process that is designed to help you succeed

Some people stay organised, build momentum and earn very good money. Others don’t keep on top of things and fall behind. The difference is attitude, consistency and customer care.

What you’ll get

• £50,000 OTE with uncapped commission


• Company car (including electric options with great tax benefits)


• A steady flow of customers and fresh stock


• Training, support and a clear way of working


• Flexibility across your week, the role requires some late nights and Saturdays, but we want to work in a way that suits your lifestyle


• A genuine chance to build a long‑term career for ambitious individuals

What matters

• You’re good with people and easy to deal with, you enjoy looking after our customers and stay organised and you are hard working.

Core Benefits:

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business


• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service


• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave


• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

Health & Wellbeing:

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs


• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing


• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments


• Optional critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing:

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app


• Free will writing services to help plan for the future


• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

Leisure & Lifestyle:

• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle


• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence


• Access to home and technology vouchers


• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential. 

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.

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