Teams at Auto Trader

Leads corporate affairs, external communications, PR, public affairs, financial communications, crisis management, and reputation strategy. Advises C-suite executives and the Board, shapes B2B and B2C narratives, manages media relationships, and leads communications teams and agency partners. The role is based in London or Manchester with weekly travel between locations and hybrid office attendance.

Manages complex strategic B2B automotive accounts, driving performance growth, commercial outcomes, and partner adoption across New Car products. Builds executive-level relationships, presents business cases, identifies market opportunities and risks, and influences internal and external stakeholders. Leads initiatives involving stock, onboarding, pricing, and technical integrations while coaching colleagues, improving operational processes, and establishing performance benchmarks.

Acquire and develop new B2B retailer partnerships through outbound and phone-based sales. Identify commercial challenges, use market insights and performance data to demonstrate ROI, handle objections, and convert retailer needs into tailored, high-value solutions. Maintain a target-driven approach focused on meeting commercial KPIs and building long-term customer relationships.