Trainee Estate Agent

Connells-Group-2; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Connells Group, the Home of Opportunity, is seeking a highly motivated Trainee Estate Agent (Sales Negotiator) to join our Fox & Sons residential sales team in Portsmouth. This entry‑level role offers structured training, a clear career pathway, and hands‑on experience across Sales, Lettings, Mortgage Services, Land, New Homes and other specialist services.

You will learn every aspect of estate agency through a development programme, attend property valuations and viewings, negotiate offers, and

Qualifications

• Be passionate about delivering outstanding customer care and service.
• Be resilient, positive, organised, numerate and detail‑oriented.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Be IT literate (MS Office, internet and email systems).
• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Generate and book property valuations.
• Conduct property viewings with prospective buyers.
• Negotiate offers and agree on sales.
• Maximise every opportunity to arrange appointments for the branch Mortgage Advisor.
• Deliver exceptional customer service throughout the sales journey.

Skills

Customer service

Resilience & organisation

Verbal & written communication

IT literacy

Driving licence

Job description

Connells Group, the Home of Opportunity, is looking for a highly motivated Trainee Estate Agent (Sales Negotiator) to join our successful Fox & Sons residential sales team in Portsmouth

As part of the Connells Group — the UK’s leading and most recognised property services business — this is an outstanding opportunity to launch or accelerate your career in estate agency. You’ll benefit from industry-leading training, a clear and demonstrable career pathway, and the support of a market-leading organisation with a proven track record of developing talent.

This is an entry-level role designed to develop you into a fully‑fledged estate agency professional. You will learn every aspect of the estate agency model through a structured, industry‑leading development and training programme, setting you up and providing exposure to diverse pathways across the business, including Sales, Lettings, Mortgage Services, Land, New Homes, and other specialist services, allowing you to control your career.

A Quick Look at the Role

In this role, you will help people find their dream home while building a rewarding career in property. With full training provided, you will:

• Generate and book property valuations
• Conduct property viewings with prospective buyers
• Negotiate offers and agree on sales
• Maximise every opportunity to arrange appointments for the branch Mortgage Advisor
• Deliver exceptional customer service throughout the sales journey.

What’s in It for You?

• Industry‑leading training and development
• A clear and achievable career ladder within Connells Group
• A supportive, rewarding and high‑performance environment
• Opportunities to compete for top achievers’ awards

Skills and Experience We’re Looking For

To be successful as a Trainee Estate Agent, you will:

• Be passionate about delivering outstanding customer care and service
• Be resilient, positive, organised, numerate and detail‑oriented
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Be IT literate (MS Office, internet and email systems)
• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Connells Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity status.

Join Connells Group – the Home of Opportunity – and build a successful career with pathways into Sales, Lettings, Mortgage Services, Land, New Homes, and other specialist services, within one of the UK’s leading property brands.