Commercial Sales Manager

Pertemps; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic real estate company is seeking a Commercial Sales Manager to lead sales and operations across multiple engaging workplace destinations in Exeter. The role requires proven experience in commercial property sales and strong negotiation skills, while managing stakeholder relationships effectively. This is a hands-on position with a focus on growth and customer satisfaction, offering a competitive salary around £60k, dependent on experience. Join a vibrant team committed to creating exceptional experiences for tenants and customers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial property sales, leasing or asset/estate management.
• Experience with serviced offices, co‑working spaces or mixed‑use estate environments.
• Comfortable operating both strategically and hands‑on.

Responsibilities

• Guide and develop the commercial and estate operations team.
• Manage leases, serviced office agreements, co‑working memberships, and storage licences.
• Develop and execute marketing strategies that drive enquiries, viewings and conversions.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Excellent organisational skills

Communication skills

Commercial decision-making skills

Ability to manage multiple stakeholders

Job description

Commercial Sales Manager

Exeter Outskirts

Permanent opportunity

In the Region of £60k DOE

Are you seeking a new opportunity with a passion for driving growth, building community, and delivering outstanding customer experiences? We’re looking for a dynamic Commercial Sales Manager to lead sales, leasing and estate operations across two of Exeter’s most exciting workplace destinations.

This is a senior, hands-on role where your commercial expertise will directly impact occupancy, revenue and the long-term evolution of these multifunctional environments. You’ll be at the centre of sales activity, operational coordination and stakeholder engagement—helping shape spaces where businesses thrive.

What You’ll Do

• Guide and develop the commercial and estate operations team with purpose and professionalism.
• Manage leases, serviced office agreements, co‑working memberships and storage licences from initial enquiry through to completion.
• Structure agreements, prepare Heads of Terms and lead negotiations to secure strong commercial outcomes.
• Develop and execute marketing strategies that drive enquiries, viewings and conversions.
• Ensure every viewing and tenant interaction reflects high standards and supports long‑term occupancy.
• Work closely with landlords, managing agents, contractors and on‑site teams.
• Provide regular commercial performance and operational updates to senior leadership.
• Manage the on‑site operational team and oversee day‑to‑day operational matters.
• Contribute to shaping building design, floorplans and specifications by bringing market insight and commercial perspective to planning discussions.
• Lead tenant lifecycle management across the estate, ensuring smooth transitions for incoming, outgoing and scaling businesses.
• Oversee and administer community use agreements, including formal contracts with local sports clubs and community organisations.
• Produce and present insightful reports on sales performance, leasing activity, operational issues, disputes, marketing outcomes and tenant matters to senior leadership.

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

• Proven experience in commercial property sales, leasing or asset/estate management.
• Strong negotiation skills and managing lease progressions.
• Experience with serviced offices, co‑working spaces or mixed‑use estate environments.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, including tenants, agents, solicitors and contractors.
• Excellent organisational, communication and commercial decision‑making skills.
• Confident to network and commercially driven.
• Comfortable operating both strategically and hands‑on.

Who You Are

You are confident, commercially driven and energised by opportunity. You enjoy working in dynamic environments and can balance strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery. You are collaborative, resilient, attentive to detail, and committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for stakeholders and customers.

Why Join Us

These sites are vibrant, community‑focused destinations where business, lifestyle and workplace solutions come together. You will lead commercial strategy and operations in environments that are evolving and growing, offering both challenge and reward.