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<p data-start="62" data-end="364">Welcome to our candidate profile search. Here you can explore a hand-picked selection of candidates from our extensive database of over 12,000 automotive and motor trade professionals. Each profile has been personally screened and reviewed, so you can trust the quality and relevance of the candidates.</p><p data-start="366" data-end="562">These profiles give you a quick overview of skills, experience, and the type of role each candidate is seeking. If you find someone that fits, simply get in touch, and we&rsquo;ll handle the next steps.</p><p data-start="564" data-end="775">At C&amp;B Recruitment, we specialise in permanent automotive recruitment and motor trade recruitment. If you don&rsquo;t see the right fit here, contact us directly &mdash; we likely have the perfect candidate in our database.</p>

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At C&B Recruitment, we are experts in automotive recruitment, dedicated to connecting the best talent with leading employers in the motor trade.

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<p>At C&amp;B Recruitment, we&rsquo;re experts in <strong>automotive recruitment</strong> &mdash; connecting skilled professionals with leading businesses across the motor trade. Whether you&rsquo;re an employer looking to hire experienced automotive staff or a candidate searching for your next career move, our team is here to help you succeed.</p><p>We take pride in combining <strong>industry expertise</strong> with a personal, honest approach to recruitment. Our dedicated consultants understand every corner of the <strong>automotive sector</strong>, from dealerships and workshops to manufacturer and aftermarket roles.</p><p>Whether you need strategic hiring support, market insight, or just an informal chat about your recruitment goals, the C&amp;B Recruitment team is always ready to listen, guide, and deliver results that make a real difference.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Looking for your next step in the motor trade? At C&amp;B Recruitment, we specialise in permanent, full-time automotive jobs across the UK. From technicians and service advisors to sales executives and managers, we work with some of the biggest names in the industry &mdash; including Sytner, Lookers, and Lithia &mdash; as well as independent garages, accident repair centres, fleet companies, and service networks.</p><p><br data-start="724" data-end="727" />Browse our latest automotive jobs below and take the next step in your career with a trusted automotive recruitment agency</p><p data-start="320" data-end="850">&nbsp;</p>

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<p data-start="96" data-end="425">Stay ahead of the competition with our Candidate Alert service. By setting up alerts, you&rsquo;ll be notified as soon as new candidates matching your specific requirements are added to our database. With access to over 12,000 automotive and motor trade professionals, you&rsquo;ll never miss an opportunity to connect with the right talent.</p><p data-start="427" data-end="654">Simply tell us what you're looking for, and we&rsquo;ll automatically send you alerts when suitable candidates are added. It&rsquo;s an easy and efficient way to ensure you have the best candidates in mind as soon as they become available.</p><p data-start="656" data-end="838">At C&amp;B Recruitment, we specialise in permanent automotive recruitment and motor trade recruitment. Let us help you stay ahead by sending you the best candidates &mdash; when you need them.</p>

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At C&B Recruitment, we provide expert automotive recruitment services to clients across the UK and internationally, backed by over 20 years of combined experience.

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<p data-start="391" data-end="689">At C&amp;B Recruitment, we specialise in connecting automotive businesses with the best motor trade professionals across the UK. With over 25 years of experience in automotive recruitment, we understand what it takes to find the right people &mdash; not just for the job, but for your business culture too.</p><p data-start="691" data-end="1023">We proudly work with some of the biggest names in the UK motor trade, including <strong data-start="771" data-end="802">Sytner, Lookers, and Lithia</strong>, as well as regional dealer groups, independent garages, service centres, accident repair networks, fleet companies, and motor factors. Whether you need one technician or an entire management team, we&rsquo;ve got you covered.</p><hr data-start="1025" data-end="1028" /><h3 data-start="1030" data-end="1075"><strong data-start="1034" data-end="1075">Why Businesses Choose C&amp;B Recruitment</strong></h3><p data-start="1077" data-end="1365">Our reputation is built on honesty, communication, and long-term partnerships. We don&rsquo;t just fill vacancies &mdash; we deliver people who make a difference. Every client, from large dealer groups to local independents, receives the same high level of personal service and attention to detail.</p><p data-start="1367" data-end="1416">When you partner with C&amp;B Recruitment, you get:</p><p data-start="1418" data-end="1809">✔ <strong data-start="1420" data-end="1456">Specialist automotive recruiters</strong> with hands-on motor trade experience.<br data-start="1494" data-end="1497" />✔ <strong data-start="1499" data-end="1522">Nationwide coverage</strong> across car, commercial, and bodyshop sectors.<br data-start="1568" data-end="1571" />✔ <strong data-start="1573" data-end="1634">Access to over 12,000 registered automotive professionals.</strong><br data-start="1634" data-end="1637" />✔ <strong data-start="1639" data-end="1673">Tailored recruitment campaigns</strong> that attract the best candidates for your brand.<br data-start="1722" data-end="1725" />✔ <strong data-start="1727" data-end="1759">Dedicated account management</strong> to support you from vacancy brief to placement.</p><hr data-start="1811" data-end="1814" /><h3 data-start="1816" data-end="1858"><strong data-start="1820" data-end="1858">Our Automotive Recruitment Process</strong></h3><p data-start="1860" data-end="2061">We take the time to understand your business and what success looks like in your team. From initial consultation through to post-placement support, every stage is handled with care and professionalism.</p><p data-start="2063" data-end="2583">✔ Vacancy briefing &ndash; Understanding your exact requirements and team culture.<br data-start="2139" data-end="2142" />✔ Job advertising &ndash; Professionally written and promoted on top job boards.<br data-start="2216" data-end="2219" />✔ CV search &amp; screening &ndash; Access to our vast motor trade database.<br data-start="2285" data-end="2288" />✔ Candidate shortlisting &ndash; Only the most suitable candidates sent for review.<br data-start="2365" data-end="2368" />✔ Interview coordination &ndash; Smooth scheduling and communication.<br data-start="2431" data-end="2434" />✔ Offer management &ndash; Helping you secure your chosen candidate quickly.<br data-start="2504" data-end="2507" />✔ Onboarding &amp; aftercare &ndash; Ensuring your new hire settles in successfully.</p><hr data-start="2585" data-end="2588" /><h3 data-start="2590" data-end="2644"><strong data-start="2594" data-end="2644">Your Trusted Partner in Automotive Recruitment</strong></h3><p data-start="2646" data-end="2905">From large dealer groups to small independent garages, C&amp;B Recruitment is the preferred partner for many of the UK&rsquo;s top automotive employers. We combine market insight, personal service, and an extensive candidate network to make hiring easy and effective.</p><p data-start="2907" data-end="3058">If you&rsquo;re ready to find the right people for your team, <strong data-start="2963" data-end="3006">get in touch with C&amp;B Recruitment today</strong> &mdash; your trusted experts in automotive recruitment.</p>

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Find Your Next Automotive Job with C&B Recruitment – Motor Trade Job Specialists

<p data-start="331" data-end="617">At C&amp;B Recruitment, we help skilled motor trade professionals find permanent, full-time roles across the UK. Whether you work in a main dealer, independent garage, accident repair centre, service centre, or manufacturer, our goal is simple &mdash; to connect you with the right opportunity.</p><p data-start="619" data-end="902">With over 25 years of experience in automotive recruitment and a network of leading employers, we work with some of the biggest names in the industry, including <strong data-start="780" data-end="811">Sytner, Lookers, and Lithia</strong>, as well as smaller dealer groups, accident repair networks, and independent businesses.</p><hr data-start="904" data-end="907" /><h3 data-start="909" data-end="957"><strong data-start="913" data-end="957">We Specialise in Motor Trade Recruitment</strong></h3><p data-start="959" data-end="1200">Our expert team recruits for every part of the automotive sector &mdash; from workshop to management, sales to aftersales. We understand your skills, experience, and what makes a great workplace because we&rsquo;ve been part of the industry ourselves.</p><p data-start="1202" data-end="1442">We regularly recruit for:<br data-start="1227" data-end="1230" />✔ Vehicle Technicians (car &amp; commercial)<br data-start="1270" data-end="1273" />✔ Service Advisors &amp; Parts Advisors<br data-start="1308" data-end="1311" />✔ Panel Beaters &amp; Paint Technicians<br data-start="1346" data-end="1349" />✔ Vehicle Sales Executives<br data-start="1375" data-end="1378" />✔ Workshop &amp; Service Managers<br data-start="1407" data-end="1410" />✔ Bodyshop &amp; Fleet Specialists</p><p data-start="1444" data-end="1557">Whatever your role in the motor trade, we&rsquo;ll match you with employers who value your experience and career goals.</p><hr data-start="1559" data-end="1562" /><h3 data-start="1564" data-end="1605"><strong data-start="1568" data-end="1605">Why Register with C&amp;B Recruitment</strong></h3><p data-start="1607" data-end="1828">We don&rsquo;t just send your CV out &mdash; we take the time to get to know you, your experience, and what you&rsquo;re looking for. Our personal approach means you&rsquo;ll only hear about roles that genuinely suit your skills and ambitions.</p><p data-start="1830" data-end="2202">When you work with C&amp;B Recruitment, you get:<br data-start="1874" data-end="1877" />✔ Access to exclusive automotive jobs across the UK.<br data-start="1929" data-end="1932" />✔ Direct connections with leading dealer groups and independent employers.<br data-start="2006" data-end="2009" />✔ Honest advice from recruiters who understand the motor trade.<br data-start="2072" data-end="2075" />✔ Help with interview preparation and job offer negotiation.<br data-start="2135" data-end="2138" />✔ Long-term support &mdash; even after you&rsquo;ve started your new role.</p><hr data-start="2204" data-end="2207" /><h3 data-start="2209" data-end="2251"><strong data-start="2213" data-end="2251">Start Your Automotive Career Today</strong></h3><p data-start="2253" data-end="2458">Finding your next job in the motor trade has never been easier. Whether you&rsquo;re a technician, service advisor, sales executive, or manager, C&amp;B Recruitment is here to help you move forward in your career.</p><p data-start="2460" data-end="2614">Take the next step today &mdash; <strong data-start="2487" data-end="2524">browse our latest automotive jobs</strong> or <strong data-start="2528" data-end="2548">register with us</strong> to stay updated with new opportunities as soon as they go live.</p>

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<p>With over 10 years of experience in banking as a Commercial Business Manager and a successful career as a Regional Manager for a national automotive recruitment company, I bring a wealth of expertise in automotive recruitment and motor trade hiring.</p><p>As a specialist motor trade recruiter, I understand that strong communication and a deep understanding of your business are essential for finding the right talent. I take the time to learn about your specific hiring needs, company culture, and long-term goals to connect you with the best professionals in the automotive industry.</p>

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