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<p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Assistant Sales Manager</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Canary Wharf</p><p>Opportunity to work for an extremely successful independent that are market leaders within the area. They are searching for someone with experience in a high-performing Sales team (within Estate Agency) and ideally a track record of upskilling colleagues underneath them. A huge part of their business is progression and improvement, so there will be ample support from those above to help you strive forward the the team and office.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, motivate, and manage the sales negotiators within the office</li><li>Develop and implement sales strategies to drive business growth and increase market share</li><li>Identify new business opportunities and develop relationships with potential vendors - WIN BUSINESS</li><li>Provide training, coaching, and mentorship to team members to enhance their sales skills and performance</li><li>Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback to team members to support their professional development</li><li>Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to identify opportunities</li><li>Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless coordination and communication across the organisation</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Basic: </strong>£35,000 </p><p><strong>OTE: </strong>£80,000</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Please apply if interested.</p><p>#115</p>

Assistant Sales Manager

<p>Are you a Lettings Manager looking to take the next step in their career?</p><p>Location: Neasden</p><p>We are seeking a motivated Lettings Manager to join this hugely successful agency in one of their most sought after offices. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the office, generating new business, and meeting and exceeding office performance targets.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Source and secure new business</li><li>Negotiate rental agreements and manage the letting process</li><li>Maintain relationships with landlords </li><li>Manage negotiators </li><li>Stay up-to-date with market trends and regulations</li><li>Meet and exceed performance targets</li></ul><p>Requirements:</p><ul><li>Successful track record winning new business</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Ability to think creatively and solve problems</li><li>Self-motivated with a results-driven attitude</li></ul><p>There are ample opportunities for growth and progression within this company, so if you're a driven property professional looking for your next challenge, please get in touch.</p><p>#115</p>

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<p></p><h1 class="text-2xl font-bold mt-1 text-text-100">Aftercare Coordinator</h1><p class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>£31,500 per annum | Enfield | Hybrid (4 days office, 1 day WFH)</strong></p><p class="whitespace-normal break-words">Are you a Property Manager, Planner, or Maintenance Scheduler looking for a better work-life balance? This could be the perfect next step for your career.</p><h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5">About the Role</h2><p class="whitespace-normal break-words">We're seeking an organised and customer-focused Aftercare Coordinator to join my clients fantastic team in Enfield. This role offers the perfect blend of responsibility and balance - managing aftercare issues for new homeowners while enjoying genuine flexibility and support.</p><p class="whitespace-normal break-words">You'll be the vital link between their customers and contractors, coordinating repairs and resolving defects with efficiency and care. If you thrive on problem-solving and want to make a real difference to people's homes, we want to hear from you.</p><h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5">What You'll Be Doing</h2><ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Coordinating aftercare repairs and defect resolutions for new homeowners</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Scheduling and managing contractors to ensure timely completions</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Managing workloads efficiently using planning and scheduling systems</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Liaising with customers, keeping them informed throughout the process</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Building strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Maintaining accurate records and reporting on aftercare performance</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Ensuring excellent customer service at every touchpoint</li></ul><h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5">What We're Looking For</h2><ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Experience in property management, maintenance coordination, or planning roles</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Confidence using scheduling systems and property management software</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">A problem-solving mindset with a customer-first approach</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Someone who wants better work-life balance without compromising on career development</li></ul><h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5">What We Offer</h2><ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Competitive salary of £31,500</strong></li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Hybrid working</strong> - 1 day working from home per week</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Fantastic, supportive team</strong> environment</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Better work-life balance</strong> - no more late viewings or weekend work</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Career development opportunities</strong></li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Supportive management</strong> who value your wellbeing</li></ul><p class="whitespace-normal break-words">If you're ready to bring your property expertise to a role that respects your time and offers genuine team support, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>To apply, please send your CV, please note without relevat experience within property you will not be considered. </strong></p>

Aftercare Coordinator 

<p>Interested in a Head of Lettings position?</p><p>Location: Chelsea</p><p>We are seeking a motivated Lettings professional to join this expanding team in Chelsea. This brand deals with some of the best stock across Central and South-West London and are sourcing someone with experience working in the vicinity.</p><p>Requirements:</p><ul><li>At least 4 years experience within Lettings</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to work with HNWI</li><li>Ability to think creatively and solve problems</li><li>Self-motivated with a results-driven attitude</li></ul><p>This business will offer you security from the minute you walk in the door. They are willing to put down a guarantee period lasting 6-12 months with a Basic Salary and Commission structure that's above market average after that.</p><p>There are ample opportunities for growth and progression within this company, so if you're a driven property professional looking for your next challenge, please get in touch.</p>

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<h1 class="text-2xl font-bold mt-1 text-text-100">Client Side Project Architect - West End London</h1><p class="whitespace-normal break-words"> </p><h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5">About Us</h2><p class="whitespace-normal break-words">My client is a privately owned property company with a £500m portfolio of mixed-use investment properties in one of London's most prestigious areas. Founded in 2022, they believe the best way to create long-term value and ensure positive impact is to understand and respond to the connected needs of their customers, neighbourhoods and the planet.</p><p class="whitespace-normal break-words">Having built up significant ownership in their target area, they are strategically investing in, transforming, renovating, leasing and managing exceptional spaces with creativity and integrity. They're currently delivering a £30m redevelopment whilst running multiple refurbishments and upgrades to improve quality, leasing prospects, environmental performance and amenity across their portfolio.</p><p class="whitespace-normal break-words">Their culture is dynamic, creative and fast-paced. Those with a proactive mindset and strong communication skills will find this an exciting, challenging and fulfilling organisation to work for.</p><p class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Their Vision: To create, curate and sustain inspiring neighbourhoods for people and businesses shaped by modern values</strong></p><hr /><h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5">The Opportunity</h2><p class="whitespace-normal break-words">I'm seeking a proactive, forward-thinking <strong>Development Manager</strong> with at least 5 years' relevant experience to join my client's growing team. This high-profile role offers visibility across the business and would suit somebody who is energetic, personable and not afraid to get stuck in.</p><p class="whitespace-normal break-words">You'll be working on multiple concurrent projects, so excellent workload management, time management and communication skills are essential. This is a newly created role, so whilst the responsibilities outlined below cover their main requirements, ad hoc tasks and projects will arise. I'm looking for someone versatile and flexible, with enthusiasm for stepping outside their comfort zone.</p><hr /><h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5">Key Responsibilities</h2><h3 class="text-lg font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5">Pre-Development</h3><ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Support production of project briefs and comment on detailed building design and key project documentation</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Ensure stakeholder consultation and consensus on project-related issues, communicating outcomes to project teams</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Facilitate production and presentation of reports for stakeholder and Board approval</li></ul><h3 class="text-lg font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5">Project Delivery</h3><ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Assist with creating lasting value through design, planning, procurement and construction</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Review scheme concepts and design development to add value and ensure highest standards</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Comment on financial viability and liaise with teams to improve profitability</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Facilitate stakeholder consultations and secure planning consent</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Support project-related issues including planning, construction and third-party interests</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Manage selected project teams and professional consultants</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Track costs and programmes, ensuring invoicing approval aligns with completed works</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Incorporate sustainability best practices into design and delivery</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Provide project and construction management to meet agreed objectives effectively</li></ul><h3 class="text-lg font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5">Sustainability &amp; Public Realm</h3><ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Facilitate rollout of project sustainability plans</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Assist with energy audits and resulting CAPEX projects</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Potential involvement in public realm design and delivery</li></ul><hr /><h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5">What We're Looking For</h2><h3 class="text-lg font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5">Essential Requirements</h3><ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">5+ years post RICS, ARB or equivalent registration</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Demonstrated key involvement in projects from inception through to handover</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Understanding of project management, tracking and reporting requirements</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Strong stakeholder management skills with ability to achieve win-win outcomes</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Excellent communication and collaboration abilities</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Commercial focus with ability to identify value-generation opportunities</li></ul><h3 class="text-lg font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5">Personal Attributes</h3><ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Team player who can work with diverse groups</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Enthusiasm for development project delivery</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Forward-thinking and proactive approach</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Passion for sustainability and good design with strong social conscience</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Practical, "can do" problem-solving approach</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Keen to learn and evolve continuously</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">High attention to detail</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Ability to manage risk/reward implications</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Professional representation of company values</li></ul><h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5"> </h2>

Client Side Project Architect-  Commercial Properties 

<h3 ><strong >Trainee New Homes Sales / Client Services Executive - Uxbridge</strong></h3><p ><em><strong >Kickstart your property sales career and earn while you learn.</strong></em></p><p><strong >Salary:</strong> £30-35k basic + circa £10k commission (OTE £40-45k)</p><p ><strong >Hours:</strong> Monday - Friday (occasional Saturdays)</p><p >A rare entry-level role for <strong >polished, ambitious, client-facing candidates</strong> from hospitality, retail, or junior estate agency backgrounds.</p><p >You'll gain <strong >hands-on experience in new homes sales</strong>, qualifying leads, managing clients, and learning <strong >property sales systems</strong>. With <strong >10 active sites and a rich database of marketing-generated leads</strong>, you'll make an immediate impact and develop skills for future senior sales roles.</p><p ><strong >Why this role?</strong></p><ul ><li ><p ><strong >Competive entry pay: </strong>£30-35k basic + commission (up to £45k total package).</p></li><li ><p ><strong >Real career progression:</strong> fast-track into sales with one of the most established developer in the UK and UAE. </p></li><li ><p ><strong >Learn key sales skills:</strong> lead qualification, client management, cross-selling, and CRM systems.</p></li><li ><p ><strong >Structured hours:</strong> Monday -Friday, 9am-6pm in stunning, modern office in Uxbridge.</p></li></ul><p><strong >Who we're looking for:</strong></p><ul ><li ><p >Junior estate agents, client services professionals, or hospitality/retail candidates with <strong>excellent phone and client-facing skills.</strong></p></li><li ><p >Confident, polished, and target-driven individuals.</p></li><li ><p >Organised and proactive, with a professional approach.</p></li></ul><p >Start your new homes sales career in a role where your talent is recognised, rewarded, and developed!</p>

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