Sales Manager - deverellsmith : Job Details

We are recruiting for a Sales Manager for an estate agency in Winchester. Our client operates in the upper end of the market and this role has only come available as the current incumbent is retiring.We are looking for someone who can value properties, build their own pipeline of sales and be an ambassador to this well known and respected brand in the area.The role reports to the Head of Sales and would be an excellent opportunity for an experienced sales negotiator or valuer to step into a more senior role.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Helping to achieve the branch targets for the office.
• Accountability for delivery of the collective objectives including profitability, improved market share and increased group value.
• Professionally dealing with clients and customers in all aspects of estate agency, including market appraisals, property listings, sales progression and negotiations, ensuring that this is in line with the company sales process.
• Using data, feedback and interpreting market trends to deliver weekly updates to every client, offering advice and recommendations to facilitate a successful transaction.
• Abiding by service standards and all legislation.
• Maintaining all aspects of the marketing of new and existing properties.
• Key to our on-going client care, you will ensure that client brochures are maintained and updated as necessary including all text, floor plans, photographs and price changes.
• Producing all documentation for new listings including agency agreements, money laundering forms, fact finds and any other relevant documentation.

Skills and experience:

• Proven experience in either a senior sales negotiator capacity, assistant manager, or having managed a successful branch.
• The ability to build rapport and develop long standing relationships.
• The capability of working effectively under pressure and in a fast changing environment.
• Conduct, personal appearance and attitude that enhance the company's reputation.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Empathy and understanding.
• A dynamic team member with Individual flair.
• Computer literate with experience of Microsoft Office suite and Outlook.
• Excellent organisational, prioritisation and planning skills.
• Full and clean driving licence

Why join us?

They will train, develop and support you to become the best you can possibly be. They offer new starter induction programs, which provide a mixture of classroom, on the job and online training.

In addition to this, they offer each role level the opportunity to work towards gaining a professional, recognised qualification should you wish to do so. They also have a whole host of additional optional development courses available to their teams, as well as:

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 23 days increasing to 30 (length of service depending)
• The opportunity to work for one of Englands' oldest estate agencies known for delivering excellent customer service.
• Team recognition and awards
• Internal social committee connecting colleagues through sport and other social fun events.
• `Perks at Work` discount scheme offering staff along with their family & friends excellent discounted property services