Service Advisor

Our client, a reputable family-run main dealer in Kettering, Northampton, with over 20 years of success in the motor trade, is seeking a professional and customer-focused Service Advisor to join their friendly team. This role offers the opportunity to work within a well-established dealership known for transparency, trust, and exceptional customer care.

Benefits of a Service Advisor:

• Competitive basic salary up to £30,000, depending on experience
• OTE of £35,000+ achievable through performance
• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm, with 1 in 4 Saturdays mornings
• Supportive, family-oriented working environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Clear pathways for career progression

Duties of a Service Advisor:

• Serve as the first point of contact for all service customers, ensuring a warm and professional welcome
• Efficiently handle customer enquiries via telephone and face-to-face interactions
• Book vehicles for service, MOT, or repairs with precise recording of all required information
• Liaise with workshop teams to provide updates on vehicle progress
• Clearly explain maintenance work, additional repairs, costs, and timescales to customers
• Proactively upsell products and services, including service plans, warranties, and accessories
• Process invoices, payments, and warranty documentation accurately
• Manage aftersales administration, including warranty claims and follow-up calls
• Maintain high standards of customer satisfaction and foster customer retention
• Ensure smooth customer journey from initial contact through to vehicle collection

Requirements of a Service Advisor:

• Previous experience as a Service Advisor or in a similar customer service role within the motor trade
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy environment
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and IT literacy
• Proactive attitude with a focus on upselling and achieving targets

If you are an experienced Service Advisor seeking a role within a dealership group that values its employees and offers genuine career growth, we would be keen to hear from you.