Trainee Lettings Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Braintree; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trainee Lettings Consultant to join their award-winning team. This exciting role offers the chance to provide exceptional service to clients in the property market. You will engage with potential tenants, understand their needs, and recommend suitable properties while receiving full training. The company values its staff, offering an extensive rewards system, including a birthday day off and a referral program. If you're enthusiastic, driven, and ready to embark on a rewarding career in property services, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Birthday Day Off

Company Pension

Company Events

Referral Programme

Retail Vouchers for Star Performers

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record in a customer-focused office environment.
• Enthusiastic and competitive with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with tenants to recommend suitable properties.
• Conducting property viewings and negotiating terms.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

IT Proficiency

Enthusiasm

Negotiation Skills

Education

Previous Industry Experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Beresfords Group has been providing exceptional property services to clients for over 50 years. Founded in 1968, the Group has grown to become one of the largest family-owned independent estate agents in Essex, with 17 branches serving the local community.

Throughout our history, we have always been passionate about providing a truly personal service to our clients. We understand that buying, selling or letting a property can be a stressful experience, and our team of experts is dedicated to making the process as smooth and enjoyable as possible. We take the time to listen to our clients' needs and tailor our services to meet their individual requirements.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Lettings Consultant to join our award-winning team.

At Beresfords, our staff are at the core of all that we do which is why we have an extensive rewards system to demonstrate our commitment to our staff. If you join Beresfords, you can also enjoy your birthday as an additional day off. Annual holiday entitlement increases with length of service, plus a lucrative referral programme which rewards staff financially for passing business opportunities to other internal departments, and so much more!

Duties will include:

• Liaising with potential new tenants to understand their individual requirements and backgrounds, to make informed recommendations of suitable properties to rent.
• Developing a good understanding of the property portfolio.
• Coordinating and conducting property viewings with prospective tenants.
• Negotiating terms between the landlord and tenants.

Requirements:

• Some previous industry experience preferred but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all those applying must be able to demonstrate a proven track record within a customer focused office environment.
• Enthusiastic and competitive.
• Excellent communication skills, with a positive and professional approach.
• IT proficient, you will be familiar with MS Office packages and able to learn quickly.
• Full UK driving license and use of own car is essential.

Salary & Benefits

An annual basic salary of £21,000p/a - £24,000p/a depending on relevant experience, plus quarterly bonuses. Realistic OTE £22,000p/a - £25,000p/a.

There are also opportunities to secure additional commission via our referral incentive programme. This becomes relevant from the date employment first commences. Realistic initial estimated earnings in this regard are estimated to be circa £500p/a.

Any business mileage incurred can also be reclaimed at the pre-agreed rate.

We also offer a range of additional benefits including those listed below, plus fantastic career opportunities for those who desire a structured career path.

• Birthday Day Off
• Company Pension
• Company Events
• Referral Programme
• Retail vouchers for ‘star’ performers

Hours of Work

Full Time, 5 days per week, including Saturdays with a day off during the week. Our branch openings hours are 8:30am to 6:00pm, Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 5:30pm Friday, and 8:30am to 5:00pm on Saturdays.