Associate Director - Agency - City

Apex Property Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated Associate Director to enhance their dynamic commercial agency team in London. In this pivotal role, you will manage core office leasing activities while fostering strong client relationships and leading negotiations. Your expertise in the London commercial property market will guide clients through complex transactions, ensuring optimal outcomes. With a commitment to team development, you will mentor junior staff and contribute to business growth through strategic networking. Join a firm renowned for its supportive culture and excellent career advancement opportunities, where your contributions will significantly impact the agency's success.

Benefits

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Healthcare assistance programme

24/7 employee assistance line

Internal CPD seminars

Cycle and tech purchasing schemes

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in commercial agency, specifically in office leasing.
• Strong sales and negotiation skills with a focus on client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Manage office leasing work and client relationships to ensure successful transactions.
• Lead negotiations on lease agreements and oversee contract management.

Skills

Sales Skills

Negotiation Skills

Market Knowledge

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Education

Experience in Commercial Agency

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Agent Society

Kato Software

Job description

Associate Director – Office Agency - London

£55,000 - £60,000 + bens

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Associate Director to join our client's dynamic commercial agency team based in the City.

They are expanding and looking to grow their multi-award winning agency team, building on a reputation as one of the most active firms operating across the city fringe, east and north London sub-markets. The role will be primarily office-focused, assisting with leading and developing our core landlord portfolio leasing work, with potential opportunity to assist with flex and tenant representation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lettings: Manage and drive our core office leasing work including support on flex and tenant rep work across our core patch of the city fringe belt.
2. Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with both landlords and occupiers, offering expert advice and guidance to ensure successful transactions.
3. Negotiation: Lead negotiations on lease agreements and potential re-gears and lease renewals, ensuring the best outcomes for clients.
4. Market Research & Strategy: Stay informed about market trends and competitor activity, advising clients on pricing, strategy, and positioning of their instructions in the market.
5. Team Leadership & Mentoring: Support junior staff, offering guidance and leadership to develop their skills and grow the team.
6. Business Development: Actively identify new business opportunities, including sourcing new clients and listings through networking and industry contacts.
7. Marketing & Presentation: In conjunction with the marketing and agency support teams, oversee the preparation of marketing materials, presentations, and pitches to prospective clients.
8. Contract Management: Ensure the smooth processing of contracts and transactions, attending and leading on client marketing meetings and liaison; and working closely with legal and administrative teams.

Key Requirements:

1. Proven Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in commercial agency - specifically in office leasing in central London. You may already be active in the city fringe market, but this is not a pre-requisite.
2. Strong Sales Skills: Demonstrated ability to close deals, generate leads, and meet sales targets.
3. Negotiation Expertise: Excellent negotiation skills, with the ability to manage complex transactions and deliver results for clients.
4. Market Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the London commercial property market, and the dynamics of the city fringe sub-market in particular.
5. Communication Skills: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with clients, occupiers, agents, and third-party suppliers at all levels.
6. Client-Focused: Ability to provide high-quality customer service and consistently exceed client expectations.
7. Organisational Skills: Strong time management and organisational abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
8. Qualifications/Criteria:
9. 3 + years’ experience within an office agency role
10. Competent IT skills and Microsoft products (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)
11. Proficient and experienced in Agent Society reporting/scheduling and Kato software

We provide an excellent benefits package, including:

1. 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
2. Benenden (Healthcare assistance programme) including perks and discounts at popular retailers, restaurants, and cinemas.
3. 24/7 employee assistance and advice line
4. Internal CPD seminars
5. Cycle and tech purchasing schemes
6. Great opportunities for career advancement within the company.