Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsPrivate Equity Growth BusinessCentral Manager officesAbout Our ClientThe business is a fast-growing, FCA-regulated organisation operating within the automotive finance space, with a strong performance-led contact centre environment. It combines commercial focus with a genuine commitment to customer outcomes, continuous improvement and doing the right thing in a highly regulated setting.Job DescriptionAs Complaints & Aftersales Manager, you'll take ownership of the most complex, sensitive and high-risk customer cases, acting as the final escalation point while driving improvements across the wider Aftersales and Customer Care operation.You'll work closely with dealerships, lenders and internal commercial stakeholders, balancing fair customer outcomes with cost control and regulatory compliance.This is not a volume-driven complaints role - it's about judgement, leadership, influence and continuous improvement.What You'll Be DoingLeading the handling of complex, high-risk and escalated customer complaints as the final decision-makerManaging high-value and sensitive cases involving customers, dealerships and lendersDriving cost-reduction initiatives across Aftersales and Customer Care without compromising customer outcomesWorking closely with lenders and commercial stakeholders to challenge costs and agree fair, sustainable resolutionsBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with dealerships and third-party partnersEnsuring full compliance with FCA regulations and Consumer Duty requirementsIdentifying complaint trends, root causes and operational risks, implementing preventative improvementsProducing clear reporting, insight and recommendations for senior stakeholdersLeading, motivating and developing the Aftersales team, delegating effectively and supporting progressionChampioning continuous improvement across customer experience, operational efficiency and complianceThe Successful ApplicantWe're looking for a committed, commercially minded leader who is comfortable operating independently and influencing at senior level.At least a few years' experience in an FCA-regulated Aftersales or Complaints environmentStrong automotive sector knowledge, including business relationships, repairs and post-sale processesA solid understanding of FCA regulation, Consumer Duty and complaints best practiceA commercial, cost-conscious mindset with the confidence to challenge constructivelyExcellent stakeholder management and negotiation skillsProven leadership experience, with the ability to motivate, develop and retain high-performing teamsStrong analytical capability, using data and insight to drive operational improvementWorking hours for this role will be 9am - 6pm Monday to Friday in Central Manchester.What's on OfferSalary up to £50,000Monday to Friday only - no weekendsStunning, modern offices with a full-time, office-based environmentA true leadership role with real responsibility and ownershipClear career progression within a growing, regulated organisationStrong investment in training and developmentVolunteer days to support causes that matter to youFree drinks in the officeExcellent company-wide benefits, including family-friendly supportA second-to-none culture built on trust, performance and doing the right thingContactKaty BevanQuote job refJN-012026-6927368Phone number+44 151 255 3751Job summaryJob functionBusiness SupportSubsectorContact CentreSectorBusiness ServicesLocationManchesterContract typePermanentConsultant nameKaty BevanConsultant phone+44 151 255 3751Job referenceJN-012026-6927368