Sales Manager (13 month maternity cover)

Deverell Smith Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property developer in South East London is seeking a New Homes Sales Manager to lead their sales operation during a 13-month maternity cover period. This role offers an impressive basic salary of £45,000 and potential on-target earnings of £80,000-£90,000. You will manage a small sales team and oversee refurbishment projects to ensure high standards. Ideal candidates will have proven sales management experience and excellent organisational skills, ready to work in a dynamic environment that values excellence and community creation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

On-target earnings

Involvement in a landmark London development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in New Homes sales management is essential.
• Excellent organisational capabilities to handle multiple priorities.
• Resilient when working under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a New Homes sales team to drive performance.
• Oversee refurbishment works on apartments for resale.
• Conduct quality checks on refurbishment works.

Skills

New Homes sales management experience

Organisational capabilities

Stakeholder management skills

Proactive approach

Commercial acumen

Attention to detail

Job description

Location : South East London

Salary : £45,000 base + OTE £80,000-£90,000

Contract : 13-month maternity cover, full-time (5 days per week including alternate Saturdays)

Highlights

• Lead the sales operation for a landmark riverside development transforming South East London into one of the capital's most sought-after new neighbourhoods
• Competitive earnings potential with OTE reaching £80,000-£90,000
• Work with a developer recognised for setting new standards in placemaking and community creation

About the opportunity

An award-winning property developer is seeking a New Homes Sales Manager to lead their sales operation during a 13-month maternity cover period, starting immediately. This developer is behind one of London's most ambitious urban regeneration projects, creating exceptional riverside homes alongside world-class culture, entertainment, and lifestyle destinations.

The role includes a comprehensive handover period before the current postholder departs at the end of February, ensuring a smooth transition into this multifaceted position.

What makes the role exceptional

This position goes beyond traditional sales management. You'll be at the centre of a complex operation that combines team leadership, project coordination, and quality oversight. The developer's commitment to excellence and their visionary approach to creating thriving, sustainable communities means you'll be working on a scheme that's genuinely making its mark on London's landscape.

The variety and scope of responsibilities offer genuine professional development, requiring commercial acumen, strong decision-making abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple streams of work simultaneously.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and develop a New Homes sales team of three, driving performance and supporting the entire sales pipeline
• Oversee refurbishment works on apartments being prepared for resale, ensuring delivery to the highest standards
• Instruct and manage contractors throughout apartment renovation projects
• Conduct quality checks on refurbishment works to maintain brand standards
• Manage the notice period process for current occupants in apartments scheduled for refurbishment
• Coordinate apartment completions and show apartment relocations
• Maintain momentum across all aspects of the sales operation whilst balancing competing priorities

Requirements

• Proven New Homes sales management experience (essential)
• Exceptional organisational capabilities with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities
• Switched‑on, proactive approach with meticulous attention to detail
• Strong commercial acumen and confident decision‑making abilities
• Excellent stakeholder management skills across all levels
• Can‑do attitude with resilience when working under pressure

Rewards and benefits

• Basic salary of £45,000
• On‑target earnings of £80,000‑£90,000
• Involvement in a landmark London development scheme
• Working hours : 9 : 30am‑6pm weekdays, 10am‑5pm alternate Saturdays