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Customer Experience Administrator (3-Month Temp to Perm) Location: St. Paul's, London (nearest station: Cannon Street) Salary: £28,000 per year (£14/hr + holiday pay) + commission Start Date: ASAP Hours: Mon-Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (1 day WFH on trial basis)Are you ready to bring your customer service or sales experience into the property world? We're looking for a confident, proactive administrator to join a busy team supporting clients and helping them navigate their property needs. This temporary role has strong potential to become permanen; perfect for someone wanting a career step into property without losing their sales edge.What You'll Do:<ul ><li >Handle inbound customer calls and enquiries with professionalism</li><li >Respond quickly to leads, including overnight enquiries</li><li >Keep accurate records and update client interactions in our CRM</li><li >Support the team with admin tasks, document prep, and reports</li><li >Spot opportunities and buying signals through friendly, effective questioning</li></ul>Who You Are:<ul ><li >Experienced in customer service or admin, ideally with a sales background</li><li >Confident on the phone with excellent communication skills</li><li >Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment</li><li >Comfortable using CRM systems</li><li >Interested in property or leasing (desirable, not essential)</li></ul>What's on Offer:<ul ><li >£28,000 per year + holiday pay</li><li >Performance bonuses: up to £1,200 quarterly + commissions for viewings and conversions</li><li >1 day WFH (after trial), team socials, and networking</li><li >Career development and training in a supportive environment</li><li >Modern office in central London</li></ul>If you're motivated, customer-focused, and ready to step into the property sector while leveraging your sales skills, we want to hear from you!Apply now with your CV and a brief note about why you're a great fit.

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New Homes Sales Consultant - Longrock, CornwallTired of chasing leads on slow sites? Want a role where your experience makes an immediate impact?We're offering an opportunity to take full ownership of sales at Longrock Cornwall, with 51 plots ready to sell, a great product, and commission you can count on!<h3 >Why you'll love this role:</h3><ul ><li >Be the face of the site - no competing consultants, just you taking ownership.</li><li >Immediate earning potential - with 51 homes left, commission starts from day one (£250 per plot).</li><li >Strong product &amp; pricing - homes are competitively positioned and backed by a Housing Association agreement, so sales momentum never dries up.</li><li >Stability &amp; security - work with a recognised housebuilder offering both immediate temp cover and a pathway to internal employment.</li><li >Work-life balance - 10am-5pm, with midweek days off (Tues/Wed).</li></ul><h3 >What you'll do:</h3><ul ><li >Meet and guide customers through their new home journey, from enquiry to completion.</li><li >Manage viewings, reservations, and sales progression independently.</li><li >Deliver an excellent customer experience, ensuring sales targets are met.</li></ul><h3 >What we're looking for</h3><ul ><li >A proven sales professional (property/new homes experience preferred, but not essential).</li><li >Confident working independently on site.</li><li >Target-driven and customer-focused.</li><li >Flexible to work weekends (essential).</li></ul><h3 >Package:</h3><ul ><li >Basic Salary: £31,000 per annum, paid as an hourly rate (£15.00 + holiday pay) </li><li >Weekly pay, every Friday.</li><li >Commission: £250 per plot (OTE £40k+)</li><li >Hours: 10am-5pm, every weekend + 3 weekdays (Tues/Wed standard days off)</li><li >Start Date: ASAP</li></ul>

New Homes Sales Consultant - St Ives Cornwall 

Are you a Lettings Manager looking to take the next step in their career?Location: Baron's CourtDeverellsmith are working exclusively with a business to find someone that can spearhead their Lettings department. They're arguably the most spoken about business in the West &amp; South-West London markets due to how well they've done in such a short amount of time.The business is predominantly Sales orientated right now, so the plan will be to kick-start the Lettings department and then grow a whole department underneath you.Responsibilities:<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>Grow and manage a team of Negotiators</li><li>Stay up-to-date with market trends and regulations</li><li>Meet and exceed performance targets</li></ul>Requirements:<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>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.#115

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New Homes Sales Consultant - West London Location: West London Salary: £36,000 basic + £30,000 OTE Working Pattern: 5-day week (no Sundays) Commission Structure: 70% sales-based, 30% target-basedOverview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and driven New Homes Sales Consultant to join a flagship residential development in West London. This long-term project is transforming the area and offers an excellent platform for a sales professional to thrive.This role would suit an experienced New Homes Sales Consultant or an Estate Agent with a proven track record in selling property within West London.Key Responsibilities<ul ><li >Deliver a first-class customer experience from initial enquiry through to completion</li><li >Conduct viewings, provide detailed product knowledge, and guide purchasers through the buying process</li><li >Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective buyers, stakeholders, and colleagues</li><li >Consistently achieve personal and team sales targets</li><li >Manage sales administration and CRM records with accuracy</li><li >Liaise with solicitors, agents, and mortgage brokers to ensure smooth progression of sales</li></ul>Ideal Candidate<ul ><li >Proven background in new homes sales or estate agency sales in West London</li><li >Confident, personable, and motivated by achieving and exceeding targets</li><li >Strong negotiation, communication, and organisational skills</li><li >Professional, customer-focused, and able to work effectively within a team</li></ul>What's on Offer<ul ><li >Competitive basic salary of £36,000 with realistic OTE of £30,000</li><li >Excellent commission structure offering strong earning potential</li><li >Opportunity to work on a landmark West London development with long-term prospects</li><li >Work-life balance with a 5-day week and no Sunday working</li></ul>

Sales Consultant - West London

Contracts Manager - Private Estates Location: London &amp; Berkshire Salary: £100,000 per annumWe are seeking an experienced and highly organised Contracts Manager to oversee a portfolio of private properties on behalf of a high-net-worth family. The role involves managing all construction, refurbishment, and maintenance projects across multiple residences in London and Berkshire.This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a varied and prestigious property portfolio, ensuring all works are delivered to the highest standard while maintaining absolute discretion.<h3 >Key Responsibilities:</h3><ul ><li >Manage construction, refurbishment, and maintenance works across multiple high-value properties</li><li >Oversee contractors, consultants, and suppliers from tender to completion</li><li >Conduct regular property inspections and ensure top-level presentation at all times</li><li >Monitor budgets, approve invoices, and report on project progress</li><li >Ensure full compliance with health &amp; safety and regulatory requirements</li><li >Act as a trusted point of contact for the family's representatives and external advisors</li></ul><h3 >About You:</h3><ul ><li >Strong track record in managing building contracts within luxury residential, estate, or private household settings</li><li >Excellent knowledge of construction processes, procurement, and contract administration</li><li >Highly organised, detail-focused, and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously</li><li >Professional, discreet, and able to maintain confidentiality at all times</li></ul><hr />This is a rare and long-term opportunity to join a highly professional and respected private estate team, offering stability, responsibility, and the chance to work across some truly exceptional properties.To apply, please send your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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Design Manager - Student Accommodation Scheme Location: North London Salary: £65,000 - £80,000 Start Date: ASAP We are working with a leading construction contractor to recruit a Design Manager for a £45m student accommodation project in North London. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering a major scheme, with further opportunities to progress within the business. As Design Manager, you will be a key figure in the coordination and delivery of the design process from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring all information is produced to programme and to the required standards. This role is suited to a highly organised and proactive individual with a strong technical background and experience managing complex residential or accommodation-led projects. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Coordinate all design disciplines in conjunction with the wider project team</li><li>Produce, manage and maintain the design programme and information flow schedule</li><li>Oversee the design approval process, including drawings, submittals, and samples</li><li>Liaise with consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of design information</li><li>Lead regular design and technical workshops, reviews and meetings</li><li>Manage the production of Contractor Design Proposals and ensure compliance with ERs, specifications and cost plan</li><li>Assist in consultant appointments and the development of design responsibility matrix</li><li>Input into planning condition discharge and ensure compliance with Building Regulations</li><li>Implement and coach QA and inspection processes in coordination with the site team</li><li>Maintain professional documentation and clear communication with all project stakeholders</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Proven experience as a Design Manager on similar-scale residential, mixed-use or student accommodation projects</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and design standards</li><li>Excellent communication and coordination skills</li><li>Able to manage multiple stakeholders and drive the design process efficiently</li><li>Experience working across all RIBA stages, ideally within a main contractor environment</li><li>Proficiency with document control systems and project workflows</li></ul>

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