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Business or Finance and Insurance managers are responsible for the financial condition of the organisation. They direct overall financial planning and budgeting, and may arrange finance and insurance for customers. Although responsibility may vary between employers, depending on the size of the company, Business or F&I managers can typically expect their duties to include:

• Overseeing finance and accounts personnel
• Preparing monthly budgets and financial statements
• Offering vehicle financing and insurance to customers and providing them with a thorough explanation of aftermarket products
• Forecasting financial goals
• Processing all insurance claims and liability insurance
• Reviewing financial statements and preparing all taxes

As a Business or F&I manager you will need to demonstrate:

• Strong communication skills
• A smart appearance
• Good organisational skills
• The ability to lead a team
• The ability to work well under pressure

You will require a strong understanding of the industry and ideally have come from a sales related background, where you will have been educated to at least a level 3 in vehicle sales. Some employers may look for experience or qualifications in business and administration as well as some management experience, or qualifications at a level 3 or 4.

You can also complete an Automotive Management Accreditation to demonstrate your cureent competence, to find out more information please click IMI Website.

Qualifications

City & Guilds

Level 3 Buisness Finance (8990)

Please note: These figures are meant as a guide only and may vary from employer to employer and may be dependent on the geographical area.

Business or F&I managers usually work on average 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday but, depending on your employer, this could include some Saturday work.

Salary:

• £10,500-£35,000

There may be opportunities for shift and overtime pay depending on your employer. You may also be eligible for holiday entitlement, company pension and private healthcare schemes.

You will require a strong understanding of the industry and ideally have come from a sales related background, where you will have been educated to at least a level 3 in vehicle sales. Business or F&I managers usually progress into the role after experience of working within a dealership or retail environment. You may be able to work in a supportive role, in a trainee position, until you are ready and have the skills and knowledge to carry out the full job function.

Apprenticeships

Vehicle Sales (Advanced- Senior Sales Adviser)  As an apprentice, you’ll gain a broad range of skills used in a sales environment. You’ll learn how to identify a customer’s needs and interests; advise customers; promote the features and benefits of vehicles; appraise vehicles; and negotiate difficult sales. You’ll also learn how and when to make a successful compromise.

Business and Administration (Advanced- Administration Officer / Executive / Administration Team Leader / Office Supervisor) (Higher Apprenticeship - Office Manager / Administration Team Leader)   As a business and administration apprentice, your exact duties will depend on your employer. It’s likely that you’ll be working with a team or member of staff to handle various tasks. You may be typing up board meeting documents, putting financial information together in spreadsheets, sending the daily post, or faxing and photocopying confidential documents. This sort of work requires a strong sense of responsibility, accuracy and attention to detail.

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