Trainee Estate Agent

John D Wood & Co; Stratford-on-Avon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious estate agency in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic Area Manager - Sales to lead and inspire branches across the region. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in building high-performing teams and will be responsible for ensuring outstanding customer service and business growth. This role offers a competitive salary, OTE, and various staff benefits, including a company car. Join a modern and ambitious firm focused on delivering exceptional client experiences.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Substantial OTE

Company car

Comprehensive range of staff benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience building and leading high-performing teams in fast-paced, demanding environments.
• A track record of contributing to high-achieving teams with a first-class approach to customer service.
• Strong commercial acumen, with substantial P&L responsibility and financial insight.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support branches and colleagues across the region.
• Coach and develop teams to maximize performance.
• Oversee branch operations and manage financial success.
• Monitor area performance against financial and operational targets.
• Drive market share growth through proactive processes.

Skills

Team Leadership

Customer Service Excellence

Commercial Acumen

Change Management

Job description

Area Manager - Sales

We are seeking an enthusiastic, proactive, and driven Area Director to lead our Surrey sales offices.

While previous multi-branch or area management experience is ideal, we also welcome applications from exceptional branch managers who feel ready to step into their next leadership challenge.

John D Wood & Co. is one of England’s longest-established estate agencies, yet our approach is modern, ambitious, and agile. Joining our leadership team means being a quick thinker, hardworking, people-focused, and committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience. We believe every client should be a client for life, and we seek leaders who share that philosophy.

About the Role

As an Area Director, you will lead, inspire and support our branches and colleagues across the region. You will work closely with the Lettings Area Director to cultivate a high-performing, collaborative, and positive culture. You will be accountable for delivering strong financial and performance results through effective leadership, engagement, and operational excellence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as a brand ambassador, leading by example, and coaching your teams to be among the best in the industry.


• Championing the company vision and ensuring your teams understand and work towards our strategic goals.


• Coaching, developing, and managing all employees to maximise performance at every level.


• Overseeing all branch operations in your area, shaping clear career paths, and managing the P&L to drive financial success.


• Maximising employee engagement through proactive recruitment, reducing attrition, and supporting long-term retention.


• Monitoring and reporting on area performance against key financial and operational targets.


• Providing additional support and direction to branches when needed, ensuring consistent performance standards.


• Driving significant market share growth through proactive processes and by identifying new business opportunities.

You will bring:

• Proven experience building and leading high-performing teams in fast-paced, demanding environments.


• A track record of contributing to high-achieving teams with a first-class approach to customer service.


• The ability to influence, guide, and lead through periods of significant change.


• Inspirational leadership qualities, combined with approachability and humility.


• Strong commercial acumen, with substantial P&L responsibility and financial insight.

What We Offer

The Area Director role includes a competitive basic salary, substantial OTE, a company car, and a comprehensive range of staff benefits.