Sales Manager

Humphrey & Kirk; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking estate agency in Sittingbourne seeks an experienced Sales Manager to lead residential sales and manage a motivated team. The ideal candidate has over one year of experience in estate agency, skilled in valuation and conversion of sales. This role offers a competitive salary of £25,000 with OTE of £35,000–£45,000, a generous benefits package including a company car or allowance, and structured career progression. Join a dynamic team focused on success and development.

Benefits

Company car or £3,000 car allowance

33 days paid holiday plus birthday off

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year’s experience in residential estate agency with valuation experience.
• Proven track record of converting valuations into instructions and completed sales.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage sales activity within the branch and motivate the team.
• Conduct property valuations and win new instructions.
• Market and showcase properties to achieve best sale prices.
• Build relationships with solicitors, mortgage advisers, and other professionals.

Skills

Relationship-building

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Job description

Sales Manager – Estate Agency
Location: Sittingbourne
Basic Salary: £25,000 | OTE: £35,000 – £45,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced estate agency professional to join a successful and forward‑thinking residential sales business in Sittingbourne as a Sales Manager. This role is ideal for a Senior Negotiator or Assistant Manager ready to take the next step into leadership, offering strong earning potential, structured career progression, and a supportive working environment.

Working closely with the Branch Manager, you will play a key role in driving sales performance, winning new business, and maintaining exceptional customer service standards.

The Role

As Sales Manager, you will be responsible for managing sales activity within the branch while supporting the development and motivation of the team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing residential sales and providing professional advice to buyers and sellers
• Carrying out property valuations and winning new instructions
• Marketing and showcasing properties to achieve the best possible sale prices
• Working collaboratively with the team to match properties with suitable buyers
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with solicitors, mortgage advisers, and other property professionals
• Identifying new leads and generating business opportunities
• Supporting the Branch Manager with team motivation, coaching, and performance management

The Ideal Candidate

This role is open only to experienced estate agency professionals. You will need to demonstrate:

• A minimum of one year’s experience within residential estate agency, including valuing experience
• A proven track record of converting valuations into instructions and completed sales
• Strong relationship‑building, negotiation, and communication skills
• A driven, enthusiastic, and self‑motivated approach
• The ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment
• Natural leadership qualities and a passion for helping others succeed
• A positive, professional, and customer‑focused attitude

Salary and Benefits

• Basic salary of £25,000 per annum, with additional guaranteed earnings for the first three months
• Realistic on‑target earnings of £35,000 – £45,000, with uncapped commission
• Company car or £3,000 car allowance
• Holiday commission
• 33 days paid holiday, plus an additional day off for your birthday
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Company rewards and incentives
• Structured career path and ongoing professional development
• Paid entry fees for charitable events

Working Pattern

• Five days per week
• Some Saturdays required (two Saturdays worked, one Saturday off)

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious estate agency professional looking to progress into a Sales Manager role within a business that values performance, development, and innovation.

Apply today to take the next step in your estate agency career.