Knowledge Hub

This year marks five years of C&B Recruitment. What makes that milestone more meaningful is that the business was launched during COVID, at a time when uncertainty was high across the motor trade and recruitment as a whole.

Chester continues to be a strong location for automotive jobs, offering a mix of main dealers, independent garages, and specialist workshops across the city and surrounding areas. Its position close to both North Wales and the North West makes it an attractive hub for motor trade professionals looking for opportunity without the pressures of larger cities.

In today’s motor trade market, movement between roles is common. While salary often gets the attention, money isn’t always the main reason people decide to leave. Understanding why people move jobs helps both candidates make better decisions and employers improve retention.

Receiving a counter offer can feel flattering. After deciding to move roles, being asked to stay with more money or new promises can make you question your decision. In the motor trade, this situation happens regularly, especially in a competitive market where skilled professionals are in high demand.

Liverpool continues to be a busy area for automotive jobs, with a strong mix of main dealers, independent garages, and commercial vehicle operations across the city and surrounding areas. Ongoing investment, good transport links, and a steady demand for skilled workers mean the local motor trade job market remains active.

An interview is often the final step between you and a new role in the motor trade. While experience matters, how you prepare and present yourself can make a big difference. Many candidates miss out on good opportunities simply because they don’t prepare properly.