Trainee Estate Agent

Spicerhaart; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the property industry is seeking a dynamic Sales Adviser for their Chewton Rose branch in Colchester. This role focuses on new business opportunities through canvassing and managing valuation activities, perfect for someone with a passion for sales and customer service. Join a high-performing team dedicated to your success with great training and development opportunities.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Access to company-wide incentive programmes

Ongoing training and career development

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye care benefits

Employee Referral Bonus

Company Pension Scheme

Opportunity to join the CEO Achievers Club

Fully-paid hotel accommodation during training

Personal 'Talk Time' with CEOs

Qualifications

• Legal right to work in the UK (passport or birth certificate).
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Basic IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet daily, weekly, and monthly business targets.
• Manage valuation generation activities.
• Engage in local canvassing activities.

Skills

Communication

Customer Focus

Sales

Ambition

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a dynamic, driven, and customer-focused individual to join us as a Sales Adviser for our prestigious brand of Chewton Rose in Colchester. This role focuses on canvassing and prospecting for new business and is ideal for someone passionate about sales. As a Sales Adviser, you will play a key role in driving new business opportunities, increasing market share, and representing our Estate Agency business locally.

Be part of a supportive, ambitious, and high-performing team dedicated to your success and career growth. If you have a passion for sales, property, and delivering excellent customer service, this is a great opportunity to develop and succeed in the property industry.

Compensation and Benefits

As a Sales Adviser at Chewton Rose Estate Agents in Colchester, you will receive:

• £25,000 basic salary
• Complete on-target earnings of £37,000 per year
• Additional commission scheme
• Access to company-wide incentive programmes

Additional benefits include:

• 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Enrolment at the Spicerhaart Learning & Development Centre
• Ongoing training and career development
• Career progression opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential helpline)
• Eye care benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Company Pension Scheme
• Personal ‘Talk Time’ with CEOs
• Opportunity to join the CEO Achievers Club
• Eligibility for annual black-tie Elevate Awards

Training and Onboarding

Your journey begins with a week at the Spicerhaart Learning & Development Centre, which includes:

• Purpose-built training location
• Industry-leading training sessions
• Day-to-day learning from industry experts
• Fully-paid hotel accommodation in Colchester during training
• A second week of training within the first 5-6 weeks of employment

Role Responsibilities

As a Sales Adviser, you will:

• Meet daily, weekly, and monthly business targets
• Manage valuation generation activities using the Spicerhaart Ways
• Proactively communicate valuation opportunities via ROSIE software
• Fulfill call-out campaigns for properties for sale
• Prepare for and participate in morning meetings with updates on valuation pipeline
• Lead door-knocking and canvassing strategies, tracking leads and opportunities
• Engage in regular 1:1 meetings for coaching and business development
• Manage portal opportunities via Rightmove and On The Market
• Respond to intranet leads daily
• Communicate frequently with Local Owner to Sell (LOTS) customers
• Generate referral business through excellent customer engagement
• Participate in local canvassing activities and build your personal brand through social media
• Handle inbound calls, fulfilling applicant registrations and identifying sales opportunities
• Seek and encourage reviews to build brand and personal reputation

Candidate Characteristics

• Passion, ambition, and drive
• Strong work ethic and positive mindset
• Professionalism and good communication skills
• People skills and customer focus
• Respectfulness

Essential Requirements

To be eligible, you need:

• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Own vehicle in good condition
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Basic IT skills and attention to detail
• Legal right to work in the UK (passport or birth certificate)

Note: Interviews may be conducted via video call. Additional benefits and policies are detailed in the job description, including company policies on eye tests, employee referrals, and confidentiality.