People at Chapelhouse

Meet The Chapelhouse Team

The Chapelhouse Team

Since the company started back in 1989, we've come a long way.

Starting in St Helens, the company soon grew into the 8 towns we now operate in.

A close-knit team of experienced Directors and Managers lead the Company forward, under the guidance of Founder and Chairman, Nick Coen.

We're proud of all our Chapelhouse Family, and if you're looking to join us please check out our latest careers posts.

Careers

Nick Coen - Founder / Chairman

Over 40 years of experience in the Motor Trade. Founded Chapelhouse in 1989 and has developed and created what we have today.
Nick Coen - Chapelhouse Chairman
Phil Clay - Chapelhouse Managing Director

Phil Clay
 - Managing Director

Over 25 years of experience in the Motor Trade working for both PLC's and Private Companies, Phil joined Chapelhouse in 2015 and was invited to the Board of Directors in 2018.

Has made great improvements to the company overall and continues to progress all departments within the business.

Phil was appointed Managing Director in January 2023.

Nick Duffield - Group Financial Director

Nick Duffield
 - Group Financial Director

Over 35 years of experience in the Motor Trade. Initially within a large Ford operation before moving to provide monthly management accounts and advice to smaller independent franchised dealers. Joined Chapelhouse in 1994 and formed part of the original Management team helping develop and expand the Company.  Always pushing to increase opportunities at Chapelhouse, Nick was appointed a Director in 2009 and always ensures that as a company we are operating at our best.

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John Connor - Group Head of Sales

John Connor
- Group Head of Sales

25 years' experience in the Motor Trade. An accomplished and highly experienced motor trade manager with a consistent track record of success. Believing good communication skills, a high work ethic and a knowledgeable focus to be the keys to success, John's experienced in most major roles within a retail motor group, and his enthusiasm to exceed has enabled him to create, coach and direct teams to ensure commercial success.


Nicola Greenwood - Head of HR

Amy Fowler 

- Group Marketing Manager

Amy joins us with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the Motor Trade. She has worked within marketing in the Motor Trade for 11 years.

Su Mawdsley

- Head of Compliance and Customer Experience

Since joining Chapelhouse in August 2018, Su has brought over 30 years of experience in financial services, specialising in audit, client and supplier management. With a strong background in FCA regulations and other compliance frameworks, Su is passionate about instilling excellence, thus ensuring Chapelhouse meets the highest standards of regulatory compliance while delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Jayne Halton

- Group Head of Business Development 

Over 15 years' experience working in the Motor Trade. Began as a Sales administrator working her way up within the business to Group Database and Contact Centre Manager. Helped to grow and develop the aftersales department and now suporting the Sales side of the business to aid further progression.

The Chapelhouse Story

Find out more about our journey since we began in 1989.

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