via reed · 1 June 2026 ·5 days ago

Assistant Service Manager

The Solution Auto
Manchester Full-time GBP 48,000 – 53,000
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Assistant Service Manager

Franchised Motor Dealership - Manchester

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Assistant Service Manager on behalf of a successful and growing automotive business in the local area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong Service Advisor, Senior Service Advisor, or existing Assistant Service Manager looking to join a busy aftersales operation with a strong earning potential and clear career progression.

Key Responsibilities:

Supporting the Service Manager with daily department operations

Overseeing and motivating the team

Ensuring high levels of customer service are maintained

Managing workshop loading and workflow

Assisting with KPI performance and departmental targets

Handling customer queries and escalations professionally

Maintaining strong communication between workshop and front-of-house teams

Requirements:

Previous experience within an automotive aftersales environment

Strong leadership or supervisory experience

Excellent customer service and organisational skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced dealership environment

Kerridge / DMS experience advantageous but not essential

Package:

£35,000 basic salary

£53,000 OTE

45-hour working week

1 in 4 Saturdays

Genuine long-term career prospects

If you're looking for your next step within automotive aftersales and want to join a well-established business offering stability and progression, apply now for a confidential discussion.

Who are you applying to?

The Solution Automotive Recruitment have been placing candidates into the UK Motor Trade since 1999. We have a fantastic relationship with all our clients and candidates across the country, many very long standing relationships. If you are skilled and experienced Automotive candidate, we want to hear from you and rest assured, you'll be dealing with a person, not just a consultant!

Unfortunately due to the volume of applications we get, we can only respond to the candidates who match the criteria set for this vacancy. We will retain your CV on our database and make contact as and when suitable vacancies arise. We will NEVER send your CV anywhere without your permission

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