Apprentice Business Manager - Joe Duffy Group North Dublin Due to continued growth within the group, we are now recruiting for a polished and ambitious Apprentice/Trainee Business Manager to join our business in North Dublin. This is a demanding role and will require a candidate with excellent communication skills and numerical ability who will train up to Business Manager standard including completing the minimum competency requirements of undertaking a Foundation Certificate in Consumer Credit or studies to QFA Diploma standard. This is permanent full-time position with genuine opportunity for career progression in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. About the Group: Joe Duffy Group is Ireland’s leading motor retailer representing 21 brands across 23 dealerships with a team of 650 employees and an enviable franchise portfolio of world-leading brands. In May 2023, Joe Duffy Group was announced as Ireland 9th Best Employer in the Sunday Independent. Our competitive advantage is underpinned by the quality of the people we employ and the unrivalled career path we can offer. We are looking to recruit a dynamic and ambitious individual that displays drive, passion, energy, talent and integrity. Job Description: Main purpose of job: This is a Trainee Role - the successful candidate will train to become fully competent in the following areas: To maximise the profitability of the dealership through the sale of Financial Services and Products, Finance and Insurance to customers who are purchasing a vehicle from the dealership. To complete the sales process in a manner that is consistent with the integrity of the dealerships and provide unrivalled levels of customer service. Customers and leads will come through the Motor Sales team in each dealership. Detailed Responsibilities: To be responsible for sale of Financial Services products, finance and insurance products to all car purchasers and meet mutually agreed targets. Assist the dealership in effectively prospecting for new business. Administration: (a) Accurately complete all relevant documentation to the required legal standards and those of the Financial Services provider (b) Complete and keep accurate records of car sales and F & I performance, including receipt of all payments due. (c) Administer all customer settlement enquiries (d) Ensure relationships with other sources of finance are established to handle business which may not be acceptable to another provider. Product Knowledge: Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of financial services and competitor products and protect the dealership from financial and legal exposure. Budgets: Assist in and provide information for the preparation of departmental budgets. Customer Service: Ensure customer service standards are maintained and reflect manufacturer brand values. Technology: Fully-utilise all available Financial Services technology within the dealership’s sales process. Act with honesty, integrity and professionalism in all dealings and transactions with our customers. If you've got what we're looking for - please apply online today. For more information, please contact This is a Trainee level position, but when training is completed (approx 12 months) there will be a generous commission structure and company car provided. Skills: Sales, Retail, Trainee Benefits: Basic salary, Full training, Company car #J-18808-Ljbffr
Assistant Accountant required at Joe Duffy Group This is a permanent full-time position with a genuine opportunity for career progression in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Joe Duffy Group is Ireland’s leading motor retailer representing 21 brands across 23 dealerships with a team of 650 employees and an enviable franchise portfolio of world-leading brands. In May 2023, Joe Duffy Group was announced as Ireland's 9th Best Employer in the Sunday Independent. Our competitive advantage is underpinned by the quality of the people we employ and the unrivalled career path we can offer. We are looking to recruit a dynamic and ambitious individual that displays drive, passion, energy, talent, and integrity. Main responsibilities: Posting & Scanning of Purchase Invoices Distribution of Purchase Invoices Purchase Ledger Allocations Accountant tasks Creditor Reconciliations Invoice Filing Creditor Queries Assist in Monthly Payment Run Purchase Ledger Expense Coding Ad hoc duties as required Essential Qualifications & Experience: Minimum 2 years' experience in an Accounts/Finance capacity in the automotive retail sector. Excellent working knowledge of Irish Taxes. Advanced MS Office skills. Previous experience of Finance Systems is desirable. Strong data analysis and reporting skills. A pragmatic and commercially focused approach to work. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a monthly bonus along with excellent benefits including: Life cover Employment Assistance Programme Active Social Club Industry-leading training and progression plans Bike to Work Scheme PRSA 22 days Annual Leave Skills: Compliance, Accuracy, Finance, Accounts Benefits: Basic Salary, Training, Benefits #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary €26,500 per annum during training period Hours: Full-Time Closing date: 28 Feb 2025 Location: Exit 5 M50, Charlestown, Dublin 11, Ireland Due to internal promotion within Audi North Dublin, we are now recruiting for an Apprentice/Trainee Sales Executive to join our bright and modern Audi dealership. Joe Duffy Group is Ireland’s leading motor retailer representing 13 brands across 24 locations with a team of 650 employees and an enviable franchise portfolio of world-leading brands. In 2023, Joe Duffy Group was announced as Ireland 9th Best Employer in the Sunday Independent. Our competitive advantage is underpinned by the quality of the people we employ and the unrivalled career path we can offer. We are looking to recruit a dynamic and ambitious individual that displays drive, passion, energy, talent and integrity. The Sales Executive Apprentice will embark on a 12-month apprenticeship in-house training program which will lead to qualifying as a Joe Duffy Group Sales Executive. What your training will include: All elements of the Joe Duffy Group sales process including appraisal, test drive and customer follow up. Mentoring and guidance from your Sales Manager. Learning to manage and develop customer follow-up and prospecting systems. The customer journey from enquiry to delivery and beyond. Building a rapport and lasting relationships with customers. Maintaining and accurately recording all customer contact details using our in-house systems. How to conduct accurate appraisals of all vehicles presented in part-exchange and agreeing on values with the Sales Manager. Regular training to maintain product knowledge and increase skills. How to achieve the standards required and become a Sales Executive. Requirements for the role: Experience of working in a retail capacity or a customer service/hospitality environment, demonstrating a commitment to providing customers with an exceptional level of service. Can demonstrate a strong work ethic with excellent organisation & negotiation skills. Warm and friendly personality portraying a professional and corporate image to all our customers (both face to face and over the phone). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to providing excellent customer delight by always going the extra mile. A disciplined approach to following our processes from start to finish. A full clean Driving Licence. During the apprenticeship, we will recognise and reward your hard work, achievements and loyalty with our excellent benefits package which includes: Employment Assistance Program. Industry-leading training and progression plans. Bike to Work Scheme. 20 days of Annual Leave. Life cover. Active Social Club. PRSA. Company vehicle (upon completion of training) As a Joe Duffy Group Sales Executive Apprentice, you will take part in our comprehensive training program. You will receive extensive training about the Joe Duffy Group sales process, database management, marketing, customer service and everything you will require to have a successful career in motor sales. During this training, the emphasis is on learning and developing your sales skills, being mentored, observing senior sales executives, classroom, brand and product training. A full and clean Irish or EU driving licence and a full-time work VISA are absolutely essential requirements for this role. For more information, please contact recruitment@joeduffy.ie Joe Duffy Group is an equal opportunities employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr
In line with 2025 growth plans, we are now recruiting for an experienced and driven Sales Director with motor fleet management experience to join our Leasing business. Joe Duffy Group is Ireland’s leading motor retailer representing 13 brands across 24 locations with a team of 650 employees and an enviable franchise portfolio of world-leading brands. In 2023, Joe Duffy Group was announced as Ireland 9th Best Employer in the Sunday Independent. Our competitive advantage is underpinned by the quality of the people we employ and the unrivalled career path we can offer. We are looking to recruit a dynamic and ambitious individual that displays drive, passion, energy, talent, and integrity. Joe Duffy Leasing is a standalone contract hire and fleet management company offering expert advice and mobility solutions to Irish businesses as well as being market leaders for Personal Leasing. We are a part of Ireland's largest dealer network, the Joe Duffy Group. Joe Duffy Leasing works with businesses, delivering expert advice on cost reduction, fleet management, finance solutions, and procurement strategy. Focusing on the vehicles' total cost of ownership and taking your businesses' needs into account; we deliver the best, most cost-effective solution for all our clients. Our service is nationwide with service partners in all 26 counties. Job Purpose: Responsible for growing the business through the acquisition of new customers as well as retaining the existing client base. To achieve this, they must effectively manage sales personnel; have a strong knowledge of the market, and an in-depth understanding of all sales departments’ financial data as well as strong customer relations. Duties and Responsibilities: Proactively identify, present and close new business opportunities. Maintain standards of performance of the sales team through effective coaching, training, and performance management. Manage the quality of business being written and risk being taken. Take full responsibility for the management accounts and proactively manage bad debt. Recruit and select the sales team members in line with organisational and business requirements with HR. Liaise with our finance partners to enhance and develop strong working relationships. Oversee existing fleet and report on its performance as well as identifying opportunities to increase profitability. Maintain high customer satisfaction levels through the understanding and adherence to customer satisfaction indicators. Implement and develop customer follow-up systems and procedures to increase customer loyalty and to ensure superior customer service standards. Maximise commercial opportunities through developing and implementing effective and consistent events and campaigns. Monitor and evaluate customer needs and competitor activity in the local market, ensuring that campaigns are relevant and targeted. Sales process understood and followed including managing trainee sales process. Regularly communicate and interact with members of other departments to develop the business and increase referrals. Maintain a safe and healthy working environment; ensuring staff comply with Health and Safety requirements and liaise with H&S consultant. Liaise with Group Marketing to drive programs and initiatives to promote brand awareness. Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance. Liaise and follow up on all HR people processes and ensure all procedures and policies are followed. In addition to a generous basic salary and bonus scheme, we offer the following benefits: Employment Assistance Program Industry-leading training and progression plans Bike to Work Scheme Life cover Active Social Club PRSA If you feel you are the right fit for this role and wish to learn more, apply today for immediate consideration. For more information, please contact recruitment@joeduffy.ie . Third Party Or Agency Assistance is Not Required - Thank You. Joe Duffy Group is an equal opportunities employer. Skills: Sales Field Sales B2B Sales Motor Industry Driving Licence KPIs #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary €30,000 (increases after 1 years' service) Hours: Full-Time Closing date: 28 Feb 2025 Car Cleaner/Valetor – Joe Duffy Volkswagen Charlestown, Dublin Due to on-going growth within the group, we are now recruiting for a trainee or experienced Car Cleaner/Valetor to join our Volkswagen business in North Dublin. Joe Duffy Group is Ireland’s leading motor retailer representing 13 brands across 24 locations with a team of 650 employees and an enviable franchise portfolio of world-leading brands. In 2023, Joe Duffy Group was announced as Ireland 9th Best Employer in the Sunday Independent. Our competitive advantage is underpinned by the quality of the people we employ and the unrivalled career path we can offer. We are looking to recruit a dynamic and ambitious individual that displays drive, passion, energy, talent and integrity. Key Responsibilities: Be responsible for the condition of all new and used vehicles delivered to the group including cleanliness, documentation, keys etc. Prepare vehicles in line with PDI and Dealer requirements. Ensure any damage is notified to the relevant manager in order that appropriate action can be taken. Wash and valet cars in line with Dealer standards. Inspect vehicles with sales/service person prior to customer handover. Ensure regular stocks of cleaning materials. Assist in maintaining the Dealership clean and tidy. Maintain safe working practices and standards of the Dealer. We will recognise and reward your hard work, achievements and loyalty with our excellent reward and benefits package, including: Employment Assistance Programme Industry leading training and progressions plans Bike to Work Scheme A full and clean Irish or EU driving licence and a full-time work VISA are absolutely essential requirements for this role. For more information, please contact recruitment@joeduffy.ie Joe Duffy Group is an equal opportunities employer #J-18808-Ljbffr
Due to continued growth within Joe Duffy Group, we are now recruiting for an experienced and professional Aftersales Manager to join our growing business in Athlone. Joe Duffy Group is Ireland’s leading motor retailer representing 16 brands across 24 locations with a team of 650 employees and an enviable franchise portfolio of world-leading brands. In May 2023, Joe Duffy Group was announced as Ireland 9th Best Employer in the Sunday Independent. Our competitive advantage is underpinned by the quality of the people we employ and the unrivalled career path we can offer. We are looking to recruit a dynamic and ambitious individual that displays drive, passion, energy, talent and integrity. Key Responsibilities: Manage, mentor, train and lead the existing team of Aftersales. Be responsible for the overall profitability of the Aftersales Department, ensuring department meets/exceeds agreed revenue performance targets. Establish customers’ needs for required Aftersales, communicating relevant promotions and offers to customers when appropriate. Maintain standards in line with regulatory requirements. Maintain safe working practices and abide by the working rules and standards of the Dealer. Maintain product knowledge on the full franchise range. Maintain relevant systems ensuring accuracy at all times. Person Specification: Previous motor retail parts management experience is essential. Previous experience of CDK/Kerridge is a distinct advantage. Impeccable standards of personal presentation and grooming. Excellent communication skills. Attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures. Full, clean Irish or EU driving licence (no penalty points or endorsements). Benefits: Generous basic salary and bonus scheme. Employment Assistance Program. Industry-leading training and progression plans. Bike to Work Scheme. 22 days of Annual Leave. Life cover. Active Social Club. PRSA. If you feel you are the right fit for this role and wish to learn more, please apply using the link below for more information. A full and clean Irish or EU driving licence and a full-time work VISA are absolutely essential requirements for this role. Joe Duffy Group is an equal opportunities employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Apprentice Alloy Wheel Technician - Joe Duffy Group Dublin North, Exit 5 M50 We are currently recruiting for a bright and ambitious apprentice/trainee Alloy Wheel Technician to work in our state-of-the-art KIA/Ford body shop. Salary: We offer a competitive salary and bonus package Hours: Full-Time Closing date: 28 Feb 2025 Joe Duffy Group is Ireland’s leading motor retailer representing 13 brands across 24 locations with a team of 650 employees and an enviable franchise portfolio of world-leading brands. In 2023, Joe Duffy Group was announced as Ireland's 9th Best Employer in the Sunday Independent. Our competitive advantage is underpinned by the quality of the people we employ and the unrivalled career path we can offer. We are looking to recruit a dynamic and ambitious individual that displays drive, passion, energy, talent, and integrity. Requirements: Must be able to follow instructions accurately Must pay attention to fine details Good standard of spoken and written English Have the ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure without compromising on quality Willing to learn and develop skills Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure Good time keeping and reliability Positive attitude towards work Ability to work individually and as part of a team Full, clean Irish or EU driving licence is essential Responsibilities: Greet customers when they arrive and take thorough report of customer requirements Assist in carrying out repairs on alloy wheels after completing a comprehensive on-the-job training period Maintain clean, professional and safe working environment Maintain and clean tools and equipment as required Carry out other work duties in line with business requirements Prepare and maintain detailed logs of work carried out on vehicles Experience in the smart repair industry would be an advantage but not essential A full clean driving licence and polite demeanor is essential This is a fantastic opportunity if you are looking to pursue a career as a qualified Alloy Wheel Technician with a view to becoming a competent and fully trained professional with an internationally-recognised qualification. The successful candidate will have a keen interest in motor vehicles and it is essential that you have a minimum grade achieved in English, Maths, and a Science-based subject. You will be enthusiastic, committed, and confident with an analytical and methodical way of thinking. It is paramount that you can demonstrate a high regard for customer care and professionalism and a willingness to commit to the apprenticeship/training period with a view to qualifying as an Alloy Wheel Technician and continuing your career within Joe Duffy Group, whereby additional manufacturing training and development programs can be undertaken. We will recognise and reward your hard work, achievements, and loyalty with our excellent reward and benefits package including: Employment Assistance Programme Toolbox Allowance and Uniform Provided Industry leading training and progression plans Bike to Work Scheme A full and clean Irish or EU driving licence and a full-time work VISA are absolutely essential requirements for this role. For more information, please contact hr@joeduffy.ie Joe Duffy Group is an equal opportunities employer #J-18808-Ljbffr
Parts Manager – Joe Duffy Volvo Kia - North Dublin Due to internal promotion within Joe Duffy Group, we are now recruiting for an experienced and professional Parts Manager to join our growing business in Volvo Kia, Airside Retail Park, North Dublin. Essential Requirements: A full and clean Irish or EU driving licence and a full-time work VISA are absolutely essential requirements for this role. Joe Duffy Group is Ireland’s leading motor retailer representing 13 brands across 24 locations with a team of 650 employees and an enviable franchise portfolio of world-leading brands. In May 2023, Joe Duffy Group was announced as Ireland's 9th Best Employer in the Sunday Independent. Our competitive advantage is underpinned by the quality of the people we employ and the unrivalled career path we can offer. We are looking to recruit a dynamic and ambitious individual that displays drive, passion, energy, talent, and integrity. Key Responsibilities: Manage, mentor, train and lead the existing team of Parts Advisors. Create and manage staff rota for the Parts department. Be responsible for the overall profitability of the Parts Department, ensuring department meets/exceeds agreed revenue performance targets. Receive, record and bin parts and consumables from the manufacturer and other suppliers ensuring accuracy of stock deliveries against agreed orders. Identify, locate, invoice and issue parts and consumables to customers and other departments using the computer system. Supply accurate and detailed parts quotations to internal departments, retail and trade customers. Administer parts invoices ensuring invoiced items are accountable. Establish customers’ needs for required parts, communicating relevant promotions and offers to customers when appropriate. Manage and control all parts administration requirements. Maintain standards in line with regulatory requirements. Maintain safe working practices and abide by the working rules and standards of the Dealer. Maintain product knowledge on the full franchise range. Maintain relevant systems ensuring accuracy at all times. Person Specification: Previous motor retail parts management experience is essential. Previous experience of CDK/Kerridge is a distinct advantage. Impeccable standards of personal presentation and grooming. Excellent communication skills. Attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures. Ability and hunger to learn and develop. Full, clean driving licence (no penalty points or endorsements). Benefits: Employment Assistance Program. Industry-leading training and progression plans. Bike to Work Scheme. 20 days of Annual Leave. Life cover. Active Social Club. PRSA. If you feel you are the right fit for this role and wish to learn more, please apply using the link below for more information or contact recruitment@joeduffy.ie . Third Party or Agency Assistance is Not Required - Thank You. Joe Duffy Group is an equal opportunities employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Assistant Accountant Required At Joe Duffy Group This is a permanent full-time position with a genuine opportunity for career progression in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Joe Duffy Group is Ireland's leading motor retailer representing 21 brands across 23 dealerships with a team of 650 employees and an enviable franchise portfolio of world-leading brands. In May 2023, Joe Duffy Group was announced as Ireland's 9th Best Employer in the Sunday Independent. Our competitive advantage is underpinned by the quality of the people we employ and the unrivalled career path we can offer. We are looking to recruit a dynamic and ambitious individual that displays drive, passion, energy, talent, and integrity. Main Responsibilities Posting & Scanning of Purchase Invoices Distribution of Purchase Invoices Purchase Ledger Allocations Accountant tasks Creditor Reconciliations Invoice Filing Creditor Queries Assist in Monthly Payment Run Purchase Ledger Expense Coding Ad hoc duties as required Essential Qualifications & Experience Minimum 2 years' experience in an Accounts/Finance capacity in the automotive retail sector. Excellent working knowledge of Irish Taxes. Advanced MS Office skills. Previous experience of Finance Systems is desirable. Strong data analysis and reporting skills. A pragmatic and commercially focused approach to work. Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a monthly bonus along with excellent benefits including: Life cover Employment Assistance Programme Active Social Club Industry leading training and progression plans Bike to Work Scheme PRSA 22 days Annual Leave Skills Compliance Accuracy Finance Accounts Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full-time Job Function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries Accounting #J-18808-Ljbffr
