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# Studio Manager (New Center Opening!) at Lucid Motors

- **Company:** Lucid Motors
- **Location:** Highland Park, IL
- **Posted:** 2026-11-05
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-06
- **Apply:** https://lucidmotors.com/careers/search/5282236007?gh_jid=5282236007

## Job description

## About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.

Something new is coming to Highland Park. Lucid is preparing to open our brand-new Studio at 1200 Old Skokie Valley Road, Highland Park, IL 60062, with a planned opening in early February 2027.

We’re building the team that will bring this new location to life and are looking for talented Sales, Service, and Delivery professionals who share our passion for innovation, exceptional customer experiences, and the future of sustainable transportation. Joining our Highland Park team means more than stepping into a new role. It’s an opportunity to help launch a new location, shape its culture, build lasting customer relationships, and contribute to Lucid’s continued growth throughout Chicagoland.

As a Studio Manager within a Lucid Sales Studio, your primary responsibility will be to directly manage, coach, develop and support a sales team with the successful articulation and delivery of the Lucid brand and ownership experience.  This role will report directly to the Market Leader to lead the studio team and processes that enable the studio to achieve their sales targets.

## BUSINESS HEALTH

- Coach and motivate the sales team to meet sales, test drives, delivery, and productivity goals
- Demonstrate sales leadership by role-playing and having an active presence in customer-facing locations
- Train and develop team on sales, financing and delivery processes
- Analyze data to determine optimal business strategies
- Set individual goals for your team, ensuring processes and routines are conducive to building pipeline and creating owners in order to reach studio goals
- Ensure the team is fluent in all aspects of Lucid product knowledge and relevant automotive industry offerings, and competitive landscape
- Drive for excellence in all areas of business focused on reaching expectations for the respective location

## EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT

- Provide targeted coaching, skill development for Sales Specialists and Brand Ambassadors to excel in performance metrics with weekly one-on one meetings
- Recruitment, training and development of a high performing and customer focused team, ensuring all positions are filled in a timely manner
- Provide leadership, direction and coach all members of the Sales Team to ensure a seamless experience for customers and all members of the Lucid community.
- Develop inclusive, diverse, and high performing teams through defining efficient processes and developing the sales team through teaching moments.
- Sets sales goals, timelines, and target lists for Sales Specialists and tracks results to ensure timely execution on lead generation and/or market Initiatives.
- Demonstrates a confidence in operations and planning all aspects of the business including developing monthly sales attainment plans and communication of results to team.
- Manages leads, appointments, reservations and motivates a team to deliver results by communicating company initiatives and engaging team through effective coaching, performance management and training.

## CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

- Responsible for ensuring all employees provide best-in-class experience in every interaction on the studio floor, in test drives, and through actively following up on leads
- Empower and guide employees through challenging customer concerns, to make decisions in the customers’ best interest while also supporting Lucid’s mission
- Also acts as a Senior Sales Advisor, handling high-potential customers
- Clientele management for VIP customers
- Your hands-on leadership will assist in coaching and training your sales team to deliver an exceptional experience that touches both the heart and mind of the customer.

## STUDIO OPERATIONS

- Own the operations within the studio to ensure the customer journey is frictionless and seamless from reservation through to delivery.
- Supervise merchandising product inventory and display
- Manage and coordinate Studio team scheduling.
- Partner with Retail Operations and coordinate with vendors and service providers as needed
- Ensure facility maintenance and showroom presentation adhere to the brand standards
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment where innovation is inevitable, and change is expected.
- Assist with daily operations as needed

Qualifications:

- 5+ years of store management experience in retail, luxury or hospitality.
- Automotive sales management experience preferred
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business, sales, or related discipline.
- Experience with leading a team of sales focused professionals that can deliver an achievement of their targets.
- Experience making data driven decisions and holding team accountable to KPI’s
- Extensive experience and ability to lead a team that fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment.
- Acts with urgency and champions excellence in all company objectives.
- Proficient in English with a secondary language skill set being a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products, CRM tools (i.e. Salesforce) and retail business systems.
- Demonstrates a passion for electric vehicles and premium vehicle markets.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends in a retail environment
- Ability to obtain appropriate state DMV licensing, where applicable
- Valid driver’s license with no suspensions within the past year.   Drivers under 21 must have maintained a Driver’s License for a minimum of 3 years and successfully complete Lucid Training upon hire
- Physical requirements include the ability to twist, bend, squat, reach, and stand for extended periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Earn a guaranteed base salary of $87,000-$105,000 USD, giving you stable and predictable income from day one. Boost your earnings with uncapped commission, allowing you to earn as much as your performance drives. Enjoy bi‑weekly commission payouts, so you see the results of your work quickly and consistently.

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive [benefits package](https://mylucidbenefits.com/) including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off.  Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

Accessibility: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations <@> lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.

Candidate Data Privacy: By submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our [Candidate Privacy Notice](https://lucidmotors.com/media/document/candidate-privacy-notice.pdf).

To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Lucid Motors. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

## About Lucid Motors

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Lucid Motors designs and manufactures luxury electric vehicles (EVs) using proprietary technology to achieve industry-leading range, performance, and efficiency.
- **Entity Type**: Public (Ticker: LCID)
- **Headquarters**: Newark, California, USA (Silicon Valley)
- **Founded**: 2016
- **Founders**: Bernard Tse (former Tesla board member) and Sam Weng (former Oracle executive); current CEO and CTO is Peter Rawlinson (former Chief Engineer of the Tesla Model S).

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Automotive (Electric Vehicles), Clean Technology, Manufacturing
- **Target customers**: Luxury consumers (B2C) seeking high-performance, long-range electric sedans and SUVs; also developing robotaxi partnerships (B2B with Uber and Nuro).
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “To inspire the adoption of sustainable energy by creating the most captivating electric vehicles, centered around the human experience.” [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)

## Products & Services
- **Lucid Air**: A luxury all-electric sedan known for having the longest range of any EV on the market (up to 516 miles EPA estimated). Multiple trims including Grand Touring, Touring, and the high-performance Air Sapphire (one of the quickest production vehicles ever made). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Lucid Gravity**: The company’s first luxury electric SUV, launched in 2024, designed to combine the performance and range of the Air with SUV versatility. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Lucid Air Sapphire**: A tri-motor, ultra-high-performance variant of the Air sedan (1,234 hp, 0-60 mph in under 2 seconds). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Battery & Powertrain Technology**: Proprietary EV drivetrain components (including miniaturized drive units and battery modules) that Lucid also supplies to other companies (e.g., supplying battery technology for an electric motorsport series). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Robotaxi Platform**: Partnership with Uber and Nuro to launch a premium global robotaxi program using Lucid vehicles (announced 2025). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Approximately $8–10 billion (fluctuating; as of mid-2025, market cap has varied between $7B–$12B depending on stock price). *Note: Check current NYSE ticker LCID for real-time data.*
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue (2024): ~$809 million (publicly reported in SEC filings). Total funding raised prior to going public via SPAC merger (2021) was over $4.4 billion.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia (majority shareholder, ~60% ownership); Uber; Nuro; initial SPAC merger with Churchill Capital Corp IV.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Opened AMP-1 factory in Casa Grande, Arizona (first purpose-built greenfield EV factory in North America) with capacity scalable to 300,000 vehicles annually. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
  - Opened AMP-2 factory in Saudi Arabia (2023) – the country’s first high-tech EV manufacturing facility. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
  - Launched Lucid Gravity SUV (2024) and began European and Middle East deliveries (2025).
  - 2026 marks the company’s 10-year anniversary and preparation for revealing its next groundbreaking model. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
  - Partnership with Uber and Nuro for a robotaxi program signals expansion into autonomous mobility services.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Industry-leading efficiency**: Lucid’s proprietary EV technology (miniaturized drive units, advanced battery pack design) enables the longest range per kWh of any production EV on the market.
- **Vertical integration**: In-house design and manufacturing of motors, inverters, battery packs, and software, giving Lucid tight control over performance and cost.
- **Silicon Valley engineering DNA**: Founded by former Tesla executives and staffed with top talent from Tesla, Apple, and other tech/auto companies; strong focus on software, AI, and ADAS development.
- **Saudi Arabian backing**: Deep financial support from PIF provides a long-term capital runway that many EV startups lack, enabling large-scale factory investments.
- **First-mover in luxury EV SUV segment**: The Lucid Gravity enters the luxury SUV market as a direct competitor to the Tesla Model X, Rivian R1S, and Mercedes EQS SUV, with a unique range and efficiency advantage.

## Strategic Focus
- **Scaling production**: Ramping AMP-1 (Arizona) to full capacity and bringing AMP-2 (Saudi Arabia) online to meet global demand for Air and Gravity.
- **Global expansion**: Launching in Europe and the Middle East (2025), with a focus on luxury markets.
- **Autonomous driving**: Developing ADAS/autonomous driving technology (ADAS/AD division) and partnering with Uber/Nuro for robotaxi deployment.
- **Next-generation platform**: Preparing to unveil a new model in 2026, likely a smaller, more affordable EV to broaden market reach.
- **Sustainability**: Emphasis on efficiency as a core sustainability principle — “making the best possible use of the world’s resources” — and operating a factory powered by renewable energy. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-driven impact**: Employees contribute to accelerating the adoption of sustainable energy through cutting-edge EV technology. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
- **Engineering culture**: Described as “engineers and artists, visionaries and builders” — a fast-paced, innovation-first environment where engineers work on everything from battery chemistry to ADAS machine learning. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)
- **Growth trajectory**: Rapid scaling from a startup to a global manufacturer; employees have the opportunity to “make a significant — and immediate — contribution to the future of sustainable mobility.” [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Work location & flexibility**: Key hubs in Newark, CA (Silicon Valley HQ); Casa Grande, AZ (manufacturing); Southfield, MI; and King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia. Roles range from on-site manufacturing to hybrid/remote for software engineering. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
- **Comprehensive benefits**: Multiple medical/dental/vision plans, 401(k) with employer match, up to 8 weeks paid parental leave at 100% base pay, company-paid life/AD&D/disability, equity and bonus incentives, mental health support, and on-site wellness resources. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)
- **Employee-led culture**: Employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities that foster connection, diversity of thought, and inclusion. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)
- **Values-driven**: “One Team,” “Integrity in Action,” “Passion For Excellence,” “Act with Urgency,” “Ownership Mindset,” and “Breakthrough Innovation” are core principles. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)

## Sources
1. [lucidmotors.com – Company page](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
2. [lucidmotors.com – Careers page](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
3. [lucidmotors.com – Life at Lucid](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)
4. [lucidmotors.com – Homepage](https://lucidmotors.com/)
5. [Greenhouse – Lucid Motors job board](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lucidmotors)

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