- Location: Lipscomb Volvo Maidstone
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Salary: £35,000 per annum + Bonus Scheme (OTE £49,000)
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Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
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Hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:30am – 5:30pm (plus day off in the week)
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Contact: [email protected]
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Posted: 29th July 2026
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Closing Date: Open
This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the few remaining family-owned dealer groups. Based at our modern Maidstone Volvo facility, this newly available position offers you the chance to become a key member of our sales management team and develop your career within a respected and growing business. Our site represents a strong portfolio of brands including Volvo, Polestar and Geely, with plenty of opportunity to support a growing sales team in achieving operational excellence.
We are seeking a customer focused Transaction Manager to join our busy showroom. You will be responsible for managing both finance and renewals elements of the customer journey by overseeing the sale of finance and insurance (F&I) products, appraising part-exchange vehicles accurately, and driving customer retention through effective renewal management. This dual role maximises profit, maintains compliance, and ensures a smooth transition for customers reaching the end of their finance agreements.
Key Responsibilities:
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Present and sell regulated finance and insurance products in a compliant and transparent manner.
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Structure and support deals with the sales team including second facing to optimise profitability and meet customer needs.
- Maintain strong relationships with finance providers and stay up to date on product and regulatory matters.
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Manage a rolling database of customers nearing the end of their finance contracts.
- Convert renewal leads into vehicle sales and manage the end-of-agreement process.
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Track and manage sales leads generated through various channels to ensure timely follow-up and conversion.
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Monitor lead pipeline metrics and report lead conversion rates, identifying areas for improvement.
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Ensure all customer interactions and data handling comply with GDPR and internal data protection policies.
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Oversee deal progression to ensure accurate documentation, funding, and timely handovers.
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Maintain accurate pipeline reporting on finance penetration, renewals activity and deal status.
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Coach and support Sales Consultants in identifying and introducing finance and renewal opportunities.
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Collaborate with the Aftersales teams to maximise vehicle lifecycle opportunities.
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Provide a professional, personalised experience throughout the transaction and renewal process.
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Explain finance and product options clearly, including settlement, equity, and upgrade potential.
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Accurately appraise incoming pert-exchange vehicles using trade valuation tools.
About You:
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Proven experience as a Senior Sales Advisor, Business Manager or Transaction Manager preferred
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Franchised dealer sales experience 3 years
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Finance & Business Management experience preferred
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Ability to build strong customer and colleague relationships, leading by example
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High attention to detail and commitment to exceptional customer experience
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Full UK driving licence required
What We Offer:
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Competitive basic salary of £35,000 depending on experience
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Bonus scheme
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Opportunity to work with a leading premium brand (Volvo)
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Ongoing training and development support
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Modern showroom environment
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Supportive, family-owned working environment
If you're looking for a role where you can develop your skills, work with a respected dealer group, and be part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
Location Maidstone
Working Hours Monday to Saturday, 8:30am – 5:30pm (plus day off in the week)
Benefits For the right candidate we will offer an excellent salary and bonus package with additional outstanding benefits including a company car, contributing pension fund and various staff and family discount schemes.
Salary £35,000 per annum + Bonus Scheme (OTE £49,000)
Closing Date 30/09/2026
