Job: Vehicle Damage Assessor/ Estimator Salary: £38k Area: Rochdale Ascend Talent is seeking a VDA to join an accident repair centre based in Greater Manchester. As a VDA you will be responsible for all damage assessment, negotiation & customer liaison aspects of the vehicles entrusted with the ARC. In this position it requires knowledge & previous experience of the various systems & methods. Responsibilities: As a Vehicle Damage Assessor you will be responsible for; * profitability through sales. * Maximising customer awareness of all available services. * Ensure highest level of customer care and satisfaction at all times. * Maintain excellent standards of departmental administration. * Develop relationships with exisiting manufacturers and insurance approvals. * Negotiate the greatest rates for the repairs required, whilst sticking to the manufacturers standards. Experience/ Skill: * Background of VDA role * Use of Audatex * Sales & Negotiation Techniques * Customer Service experience Package: * Salary is £35k-£38k * Manufacturer training provided where required * 40 hour week * Pension Scheme Contact: Ella Bowness Ascend Talent is a leading automotive/ motor trade recruitment agency. Specialsiing in Panel Beater, Paint Technician, MET Technician, Vehicle Damage Assessor, Workshop Controller, Bodyshop Manager, Smart Repair, Vehicle Technician, Sales, Service, Accounts positions throughout the UK. If you are interested in finding out more, reach out to a consultant or email hello ascend-talent