Business / Transaction Manager

Salary/rate:£30,000 – £35,000 basic salary with £60,000+ OTE
Type of work desired:Permanent
Desired work region:Merseyside
Relocation possible:No
Reason for leaving:Progression
References on file:5149
Sector:Business/Transaction Manager
Post Date:May 14, 2026
Ref:5149
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Meet Our Recruiter

About Profile

This candidate is a highly driven automotive Business and Transaction Manager with strong experience across new and used vehicle sales, finance performance and customer retention within both prestige and volume dealership environments. Their background combines excellent commercial awareness with a strong customer-first approach and a proven ability to maximise profitability across all areas of the sales process.

With more than 14 years within the motor trade and extensive management experience, they have successfully progressed through Sales Executive, Business Manager and leadership roles within high-performing dealership operations. Their experience includes supporting both new and used car departments while consistently delivering strong finance performance and customer satisfaction results.

A major strength is their ability to build long-term customer relationships and maximise retention. Throughout their career they have developed strong prospecting strategies, client follow-up processes and customer engagement techniques that helped deliver some of the strongest retention figures within their group operations.

They are highly experienced managing vehicle finance processes, second-facing customers and ensuring all deals are completed in line with FCA compliance standards. Their approach focuses heavily on creating a positive customer experience while also driving finance penetration, add-on sales and overall department profitability.

Alongside strong F&I knowledge, they also bring excellent communication skills, strong CRM management experience and a proactive approach to generating new business opportunities through prospecting and relationship building. Their leadership style is energetic, target-driven and customer focused, helping teams consistently achieve strong feedback and performance results.

Professional, ambitious and commercially focused, they are now looking for a long-term Business or Transaction Manager opportunity within a progressive dealership group where they can continue driving finance performance and customer retention.

Key Experience & Strengths

Business Manager and Transaction Manager experience
New and used vehicle sales operations
Strong F&I and profitability focus
FCA compliant sales process management
Customer retention and relationship development
Prospecting and business development
CRM and customer diary management
Internet, telephone and showroom enquiry handling
Customer satisfaction and feedback performance
Luxury and volume automotive retail experience
Team collaboration and dealership support
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Full UK driving licence

What They’re Looking For

Business Manager or Transaction Manager role within a professional automotive dealership environment

Salary Expectations

£30,000 – £35,000 basic salary with £60,000+ OTE

Availability

4 weeks’ notice

Location

Looking for roles within up to 60 minutes of Liverpool

This candidate would be a strong addition to any dealership group seeking an experienced Business or Transaction Manager with excellent customer handling skills, strong finance performance and a proven ability to maximise retention, profitability and customer satisfaction within the motor trade sector.

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