Job Description

My client is recruiting for a Lettings Manager to join their dynamic and hardworking team. Your objective will be to build on the lettings side of the business to increase market share and make the company more profitable. Working on behalf of the Directors you endeavour to monitor the lettings process to ensure that all procedures are adhered to in accordance with property law and legislation.

What you will do:

• Attend to valuations and negotiate prices with Landlords to achieve a larger property portfolio
• Manage the office and team to a high standard
• Monitor overall and individual performance of all lettings team including property managers and administrators/co-ordinators
• Deal with staff training and appraisals
• Liaise with Directors on staff performance, market conditions and any issues that arise
• Maintain a strong relationship with all Landlords to help you acquire future business with them
• Dealing with enquiries from applicants on a daily basis including walk ins, telephone and email queries
• Oversee and contribute to any marketing ideas/campaigns
• Ensure staff are updating all details on the website/window display with current properties and any new instructions must be advertised promptly and effectively
• Promote additional services to existing clients and customers
• Be aware of competitor performance and activity
• Liaise with Sales Manager regarding marketing, advertising and touting to optimise both lettings and sales, Supervise the other assistants to ensure timely completion of Client Accounts duties;
• Mentor the team and monitor progress;
• Report to the Accounts Manager

What you will need:

• Minimum 2 years recent Lettings experience
• Recent experience in a senior/supervisory role managing a team of Negotiators
• Industry recognised qualifications such as ARLA are advantageous but not essential
• Knowledge of certain databases/systems is advantageous.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Knowledge of property law
• Trustworthy and genuine persona
• Target and performance managing skills required
• Able to work in a fast paced target driven environment

Benefits:

• £25k basic
• OTE up to 50k
• £250 per month car allowance
• Must own a car and hold a valid driving licence
• Company phone will be provided
• 20 days holiday

If the above fits your skills and experience please get in touch and Apply now!