Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Motor Trade Recruitment Partner
Established in 2002, we are a specialist recruitment agency dedicated to the motor trade industry. Our approach focuses on building long-term partnerships with clients through on-site collaboration and in-depth understanding of dealership operations. With over 17,000 candidates in our database, we combine traditional recruitment methods with modern technologies like video interviews to enhance candidate selection. Our consultants possess extensive motor trade experience up to General Manager level, enabling them to conduct comprehensive interviews and industry-specific assessments. We differentiate ourselves by acting as true business partners rather than mere CV processors, offering tailored recruitment solutions that align with dealership cultures.Our services extend across the UK and internationally, supporting both established dealerships and emerging businesses in the automotive sector. Backed by testimonials from major industry players, we maintain a proven track record of placing candidates who contribute to our clients' growth. Our fee structure remains competitive while delivering value through rigorous candidate vetting processes. We operate under a unique methodology that includes psychometric testing, job-specific evaluations, and multi-stage interviews to ensure optimal candidate-client matches. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as a preferred recruitment partner by leading automotive groups.
Services
Sales Executive Recruitment
Psychometric Testing
Video Interviews
Candidate Assessment
On-site Interviews
Job-specific Testing
Recruitment Consultancy
Automotive Training
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in automotive recruitment
- Our consultants conduct on-site interviews and industry-specific assessments
- We implement psychometric testing for candidate personality analysis
- Our database contains over 17,000 qualified motor trade professionals
- We offer free video interview services for enhanced candidate evaluation
What people say
Best motor trade recruitment agency
Professional and detailed approach
Understands our business needs
Successful candidate placements
Outstanding industry knowledge
Services
Sales Executive Recruitment
We specialise in placing qualified sales executives within automotive dealerships. Our process includes psychometric testing, job-specific evaluations, and multi-stage interviews to ensure candidates possess both the technical knowledge and personality traits required for successful sales performance. This service benefits dealerships by reducing recruitment risks and ensuring cultural fit.
Psychometric Testing
Our psychometric testing evaluates candidate personality traits and cognitive abilities relevant to automotive sales roles. The assessment helps identify individuals with natural sales aptitude and customer service orientation. This scientific approach enhances candidate selection accuracy by providing objective data on potential job performance.
Video Interviews
We offer video interview services that allow clients to evaluate candidates visually and audibly. This technology-enhanced approach improves shortlisting by assessing communication skills and cultural fit before in-person interviews. The service includes recording and playback functionality for convenient candidate review.
On-site Interviews
Our consultants conduct in-person interviews at dealership locations to better understand business requirements. This approach enables direct observation of candidate interactions within the dealership environment. The service includes comprehensive feedback sessions to align candidate capabilities with specific business needs.
Job-specific Testing
We administer industry-specific assessments that test candidates' knowledge of automotive sales processes and product information. These practical tests measure actual job readiness rather than theoretical knowledge. The evaluations help identify candidates who can quickly adapt to dealership operations and sales targets.
People
Rob Chamberlain
Founder
With extensive motor trade experience including dealership management and training roles, Rob established Profitlink Recruitment in 2002. His industry expertise and commitment to quality recruitment practices drive the company's success.
John Thompsett
Consultant
A 35-year motor trade veteran with senior management experience, John brings deep industry knowledge to the recruitment process. His understanding of dealership operations enhances candidate selection accuracy for management positions.
Paul Lange
Associate Consultant
Former dealership owner with 20 years' operational experience, Paul provides valuable insights into candidate capabilities. His hands-on industry background informs practical recruitment decisions that align with business needs.
Questions
What motor trade roles do you specialise in?
We specialise in all dealership roles including sales executives, general managers, and technical staff across franchised and independent automotive businesses.
How do you assess candidate suitability?
We use psychometric testing, job-specific evaluations, and multi-stage interviews to assess both technical skills and cultural fit for automotive roles.
Do you operate outside the UK?
Yes, while based in Rugby, we provide recruitment services across the UK and internationally to support global automotive businesses.
What makes your agency different?
We combine motor trade expertise with hands-on recruitment processes, acting as business partners rather than CV processors to ensure optimal candidate-client matches.
How do video interviews enhance recruitment?
Video interviews allow real-time assessment of communication skills and cultural fit before in-person meetings, improving shortlisting efficiency and accuracy.