Estate Agent - Lettings Negotiator

Tate & Harriss - Property Recruitment; Margaretting; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

On site parking

Birthday off

Extra annual leave over Christmas

Uncapped commission

OTE £40,000

Job summary

Tate & Harriss - Property Recruitment is seeking a Lettings Negotiator for our Essex-based estate agency client in Chelmsford. The role requires a minimum of 2 years lettings experience, a full understanding of the lettings process, and up-to-date knowledge of current legislation.

Candidates must be a UK resident with a full UK driving licence and access to their own car. Competitive salary and benefits package including uncapped commission and OTE £40,000 are on offer, with a 5-day week and

Qualifications

• 2+ years lettings experience
• Understanding of the lettings process
• Up-to-date with current legislation
• Full UK driving licence
• Use of own car

Responsibilities

• Match tenants with suitable rental properties based on their needs and preferences
• Book and conduct viewings, providing a professional and engaging tour of the property
• Carry out valuations (after training if needed)
• Act as a trusted advisor to landlords and tenants throughout the tenancy cycle
• Regularly update landlords on viewings, feedback and market conditions to help secure lets quickly and at the right price
• Handle queries and concerns with efficiency and professionalism, aiming for resolution and satisfaction
• Help market properties through online portals, social media and in-house platforms
• Monitor and report on property performance, adjusting strategy to attract prospective tenants
• Negotiate rent, tenancy terms, and deposit arrangements to achieve the best outcome for both parties
• Keep landlords informed at every step and maintain up-to-date records

Skills

Lettings experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Job description

Please note that if you do not have the relevant experience required for the role, your application will not be considered.

We are currently recruiting for a Lettings Negotiator for our Estate Agency client based in Chelmsford.

The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 2+ years' lettings experience with a full understanding the lettings process and current legislation.

Candidates must be a UK Resident and ideally live within a 30-minute commute of the area.

You will need to hold a full UK driving licence and have the use of your own car.

Salary and benefits package for the role of Lettings Negotiator:

• Basic £25,000
• OTE £40,000
• Uncapped commission
• Monday to Friday 9am - 5.30pm, Saturdays 9am - 4pm (1 Saturday off per month, with day back in lieu)
• 5 day working week
• Car allowance
• Clear career progression
• Ongoing training and professional development
• On site parking
• Supportive, nurturing environment
• Birthday off
• Extra annual leave over Christmas

Responsibilities for the role of Lettings Negotiator:

• Match tenants with suitable rental properties based on their needs and preferences
• Book and conduct viewings, providing a professional and engaging tour of the property
• Carrying out valuations (after training if needed)
• Act as a trusted advisor to both landlords and tenants, offering guidance throughout the tenancy cycle
• Regularly update landlords on viewings, feedback, and market conditions to help secure lets quickly and at the right price
• Handle queries and concerns with efficiency and professionalism, always aiming for resolution and satisfaction
• Help market properties through online portals, social media, and the in-house platforms
• Monitor and report on property performance, adjusting strategy as needed to attract prospective tenants
• Negotiate rent, tenancy terms, and deposit arrangements to achieve the best outcome for both parties
• Handle objections, clarify queries, and work towards mutually beneficial agreements
• Keep landlords informed at every step to ensure transparency and confidence
• Keep all systems and records up to date, including applicant information, viewing notes, and signed agreements

Key Skills for the role of Lettings Negotiator:

• Must have at least 2 yearsexperience as a Lettings Negotiator
• Ideally experience in Lettings Valuations (not essential)
• Understanding of the lettings process
• Be up to date with current legislation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and sales abilities
• Highly organised and able to manage a busy schedule with multiple deadlines
• Strong desire to build a long-term career in the industry
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have the use of your own car

Additional Company Information:

Our client is a family run, award winning, independent Estate Agency, who cover the whole of Essex. They have also expanded their services into commercial, auction, land & new homes as well as financial services and conveyancing. Their clients are their number one priority, and they always aim to provide exceptional customer service with their teams being highly experienced, and having extensive knowledge in their specialisms. The company have strong core values which the successful candidate will have to work to, along with always being motivated and hungry for success.