At MOTORS, we like to say that we know MOTORS!

Millions of people come to us every month to find their next car, because we keep the car search process simple. We have hundreds of thousands of used cars listed for sale by dealers nationwide, and guides, advice, tips and reviews to help buyers find the right one. We don't just help consumers, though.

For our dealer partners, we offer a unique advertising ecosystem that allows them to get their cars seen by buyers across some of the UK’s biggest car search sites: MOTORS, Cazoo, eBay, Gumtree and Parkers.

In 2024 we acquired Cazoo, one of the UK’s most recognised automotive brands, marking the start of an exciting new chapter. We’re now building on Cazoo’s strong brand recognition to create the next-generation car search experience—one that’s simpler, smarter, and more transparent.

We’re excited about what’s ahead, and we’re looking for ambitious, adaptable team members who thrive in a fast-moving, evolving business.

About the role:

At MOTORS & Cazoo, we’re on a mission to build a fearless culture through empowerment, feedback and trust.

As Head of People, your goal will be to shape how we engage, grow and unlock every team member’s potential. Reporting into the Chief of Staff, you will work closely with the CEO and wider senior leadership team as a trusted partner, advising on a range of topics to drive performance and outstanding employee experience.

Below you’ll find key priority areas. That said, we’re looking for someone with a go-getter attitude, who’s ready to get stuck into a range of projects - both strategic and hands-on execution. You’ll thrive here if you enjoy solving problems, even when all the answers aren’t defined.

Reports to: Chief of Staff

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Richmond (London), Hybrid

Earliest Start: August 2025

Responsibility areas:

People Strategy & Culture:

• Partner with leaders to define and evolve the future of work at MOTORS & Cazoo, supporting org design, leadership capability, and change readiness
• Shape a high-performance culture where feedback, autonomy, recognition, and wellbeing are front and centre.

People Operations:

• Ensure people systems (e.g. HRIS, payroll, benefits, reporting) are optimised for accuracy, scale, and great employee experience.
• Continuously improve policies, practices, and frameworks across the full employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance, clarity, and accessibility.

Talent Development:

• Coach, challenge and support leaders across the business to model behaviours and develop high-performing teams.
• Lead internal talent planning and succession strategies to identify and develop future leaders.

Talent Attraction

• Support recruitment efforts, ensuring speed, quality, and consistency in how we hire and onboard.
• Evolve and amplify our employer brand, making sure we attract, retain, and grow top talent who believe in our mission.
  
  
  

Your Experience & Skills:

We’re looking for a leader who loves building from the ground up, knows how to scale systems and teams, and brings energy, integrity, and empathy to your work.

• Proven experience in a senior people role, ideally in a fast-growing, founder-led or PE-backed business.
• HR generalist with depth in people operations, systems, compliance, and employee relations.
• Strong coaching capability and a deep understanding of how to build leadership strength across an organisation.
• Experience managing change, ambiguity, and scaling people functions during periods of transformation.
• High emotional intelligence with outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Bias for action, you're decisive, solutions-oriented, and focused on outcomes.
• A strong sense of ownership, accountability, and commercial understanding of how great people practices drive business success.
  

Why MOTORS & Cazoo?

We’re building something bold here, something that blends purpose, pace, and people. You’ll be joining at an exciting time, with the opportunity to shape not just a team, but a company-wide experience that helps people do their best work.

If you’re someone who thrives in fast-moving environments and wants to leave a meaningful legacy, then we’d love to hear from you.

A full job description is available for selected candidates.

Diversity & Inclusion at MOTORS

Here at MOTORS, we are on a mission to create a culture where all our teams are inspired to share their passion, talents, and ideas with equal opportunities for growth and career development. We know that a diverse and inclusive team drives creativity and makes both our brands stronger. That’s why we’re committed to discovering new talent and employing people who reflect the nature of the society around us so that when you join MOTORS you can be you!

Perks & Benefits

Financial reward 💷

• Competitive Pay
• Discretionary Bonus
• Pension Scheme (up to 9% Employer Contribution)
• Employee recognition scheme with great financial prizes ££

Work-life balance 🏖️

• 25 days holiday per year growing with length of service
• Hybrid and UK Remote working depending on the role
• Generous Family Friendly Leave
• Free counseling and support (for when you might need it through our wellbeing provider Peppy

Health & Insurance 🏩

• Private Healthcare Insurance through AXA after a qualifying period
• Private Dental insurance cover & Cashback.
• Online private GP service.
• Generous sick pay support
• Life assurance policy (x4 Life Assurance)

Other 🔍

• Social & Inclusion Calendar - packed with events.
• Free food and beverage in our office