Apprentice Sales Executive MINI

Job descriptionApprentice Sales Executive - MINI LincolnFun, exciting, rewarding work. Start your Career with us.Are you passionate about delivering great customer experiences and looking to build a successful career in automotive sales?As an Apprentice Sales Executive , you'll learn from experienced colleagues while working with one of the world's most iconic automotive brands. You'll gain hands-on experience, develop valuable sales and customer service skills, and work towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification.As part of a successful global automotive group, you'll have access to ongoing training, support, and career development opportunities to help you grow and progress within the business.What we can offer you Enjoy 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) to rest and rechargeSave money every day with our exclusive retail discountsDrive a great deal with discounts on new and used cars, plus servicing offersPlan for the years ahead with our company pension schemeBalance home and work with our industry-leading family-friendly policies designed to help you spend more time with the people that matterCommute for less with our cycle-to-work schemePrioritise your wellbeing with dedicated support for you and your family24/7 access to healthcare professionals , ensuring you get the expert advice you need quickly and easilyMake a difference with a paid day to volunteer in your communityInvest in your future with our company share purchase planEarn financial rewards when you refer a friend to join the teamKeep learning and growing with our training and development opportunities for everyone.Life assurance with the option to increase coverWe're open to flexible working options - just askWhat you'll do day to day Learn how to guide customers through their vehicle-buying journey, from their first enquiry through to vehicle handover.Welcome customers to the dealership and provide a friendly, professional experience.Support the sales team with customer follow-ups, enquiries, and appointments.Develop your knowledge of MINI products, features, and services through manufacturer and in-house training.Learn how to identify and recommend suitable products and services based on customer needs.Maintain accurate customer records using enquiry management systems.Assist with dealership events, vehicle displays, and promotional activities.Deliver excellent customer service to help build customer loyalty and encourage repeat business.Helpful skills and qualificationsDon't worry about ticking off every single skill here - if you care about delivering great experiences as much as we do, we want to hear from you. A positive attitude and willingness to learn.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.A passion for delivering outstanding customer service.Confidence when speaking with customers both face-to-face and over the phone.Good organisational skills and attention to detail.Ability to work as part of a team and take initiative when required.Basic IT skills and willingness to learn new systems.GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths are desirable.A valid UK driving licence is beneficial but not essential, depending on your stage of learning.We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don't meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.Be part of something bigGroup 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey. We are home to over 7000 colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, with 114 dealerships in the UK, representing 21 brands at the forefront of automotive retail.But you don't need to love cars to work with us - just need to share our mission to create outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers, our partners, and our people.Our ValuesAt Group 1 Automotive we pride ourselves on our five core values that are incorporated in all we that do.Respect - Integrity - Transparency - Teamwork - ProfessionalismThese are the principles that every member of our team lives by, whether that be business functions, customer interactions, how we interact with the local community and even how we view each other in the team.TPBN1_UKTJ