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Automotive Aftersales Advisor Prestige Independent Specialist Garage Based in the Paddock Wood area £35,500 Per Annum (£28-30k Basic Salary + Team Bonus Scheme) Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 5.15pm + 1 in 3 Saturday Mornings Monday Matters Recruitment is delighted to be working with a very well-established independent prestige specialist who is looking to recruit an additional Aftersales Advisor to support their existing team of two. This is a new role due to growth, not a replacement, offering the chance to work alongside a fantastic, supportive Manager in a business with an excellent reputation. The Role: As Aftersales Advisor, you will be the main point of contact for customers, ensuring a professional and positive experience throughout their visit. Your duties will include: Handling telephone enquiries Greeting customers on arrival Communicating with customers throughout the day, advising of any additional work required Liaising closely with the workshop Ordering parts as needed The Ideal Candidate: A minimum of 12–18 months’ customer-facing experience within the motor trade Confident, professional, and customer-focused Able to deliver a high standard of service to help uphold the company’s strong reputation Organised and comfortable working in a busy environment Working Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:00am – 5:15pm (1-hour lunch break) Saturday mornings: 8:00am – 12:00pm (1 in 3 Saturdays, paid at overtime rates) Company Benefits: Monthly team bonus (circa £5,500 per annum) Overtime paid for Saturday mornings Pension scheme Health scheme On-site parking 22 days’ holiday, rising with length of service This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected independent business where teamwork, customer care, and staff wellbeing are genuinely valued. Full vacancy details for this Aftersales Advisor role are available to registered candidates. Apply now with your CV to Beth Allen at Monday Matters Recruitment.

Vehicle Technician – Independent Garage (Bicester) Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 Basic Salary Hours: Monday–Friday: 8:30am–5:00pm Weekends OFF Independent garage | Friendly, close-knit team My client a well-established independent garage in Bicester, known locally for our quality workmanship, honest service, and long-standing customer relationships. Due to continued growth, we’re looking for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join our small, supportive team. This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a garage where your skills are valued and your voice is heard. The Role Diagnostics, servicing, repairs, and maintenance across a range of vehicles Using modern diagnostic equipment to accurately identify and fix faults Completing work to a high standard, first time Keeping clear and accurate service records Working closely with the team to ensure jobs are completed on time Providing friendly, honest service to our customers What We’re Looking For Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) preferred Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills Ability to work independently and as part of a small team Good attention to detail and a professional attitude Confident communication skills What We Offer Competitive basic salary with bonus No weekends Clean, well-equipped workshop Stable workload and realistic job times A relaxed, family-run environment where quality comes first If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a well-established, reputable independent garage, we’d love to hear from you. For full vacancy details and to apply, please send your CV to Charlotte Lightfoot at Monday Matters Recruitment.

Trade Parts Sales Manager – B2B (Automotive) Independent Employee-Owned Business in Prestige Market Location: Brentwood, Essex Circa £38k Basic Salary - Open to Discussion Hours: Monday to Friday 8AM – 5:30PM Monday Matters Recruitment is working on behalf of a well-established, employee-owned business within the automotive aftermarket sector to recruit an experienced Trade Parts Sales Manager. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, KPI-driven sales environment and has a strong background in B2B trade sales. You’ll be responsible for leading a high-activity sales team, driving revenue growth, and developing long-term relationships with professional customers such as workshops, specialists, and performance-focused garages. The Role: As Trade Parts Sales Manager, you will take ownership of day-to-day sales performance while contributing to wider commercial strategy. The environment is demanding and high-intensity, with strong emphasis on call activity, speed of response, margin control, and structured processes. Key Responsibilities: Lead, coach, and manage the Trade Sales team against activity, performance, and KPI targets Drive daily sales activity to achieve monthly and annual revenue goals Develop and strengthen relationships with existing trade accounts while onboarding new customers Oversee outbound sales activity, quoting, account management, and margin discipline Work closely with senior leadership to implement and execute sales strategies Ensure adherence to internal processes, SOPs, and credit-control procedures Occasional weekend work to support automotive events and trade shows Ideal Candidate Profile: Proven experience in B2B Trade Parts Sales, Account Management, or Sales Management Background in automotive, aftermarket parts, wholesale, industrial supply, or similar trade-led sectors Demonstrable success leading teams in fast-paced, high-pressure environments Strong track record of managing KPIs, targets, and high daily activity levels Key Skills & Attributes: Confident, hands-on leader able to motivate, coach, and hold teams accountable Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Strong commercial awareness, including margins, pricing, stock flow, and process Highly organised, detail-focused, and decisive under pressure Comfortable leading from the front in a structured, performance-driven environment Benefits: Additional annual leave Company pension scheme Profit sharing Employee discounts Health & wellbeing programme Company events On-site parking Discounted or free food This role will suit someone who is genuinely used to pressure, enjoys pace and structure, and has a proven ability to drive B2B growth through strong leadership and disciplined sales management. Full vacancy details for this Trade Parts Sales Manager role are available to registered candidates. Apply now with your CV to Beth Allen at Monday Matters Recruitment.