General Manager

Overview

As General Manager at Vertu Land Rover Taunton, you will own the dealership’s overall performance, guiding high‑performing teams and delivering standout customer experiences. You’ll drive financial results, cost control, and operational excellence while strengthening manufacturer relationships and ensuring compliance. This leadership role sits at the heart of a premium, customer‑centric business, shaping culture and long‑term loyalty across the Range Rover, Defender and Discovery brands. You’ll lead by example and take the dealership to the next level through energised, value‑driven leadership.

Pay / Benefits

• 10% Employer Pension Contribution
• Partnership Share Scheme
• Ongoing leadership development with Dale Carnegie training
• 25 days’ holiday (rising with service) + bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance & health check
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high‑performing teams across all departments
• Drive financial performance, cost control and operational excellence
• Build and maintain strong manufacturer relationships
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, processes and legislation
• Create a safe, professional environment prioritising colleague and customer wellbeing
• Lead by example to deliver the right products and services that meet customer needs
• Foster a culture of trust, loyalty and long‑term business success

Key requirements

• Strong track record as a General Manager within the automotive sector
• Proven success in new and used vehicle sales performance
• Ability to deliver financial results and exceptional customer outcomes
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams
• Values‑led approach with integrity at the core of decision‑making
• Commitment to DBS checks and fit and proper person assessments as part of pre‑employment checks

• leadership
• inspiration and motivation
• customer‑centric mindset
• financial performance management
• cost control and budgeting
• compliance and governance

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