18Recruitment are working with a leading Independent Estate Agent brand with offices across Lancashire. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated property professional with a strong background in managing teams and a running successfully office.

Key Responsibilities:

* To report to the Managing Director

* To be responsible for securing business through accurate valuation of property, top quality customer service and by offering all of the appropriate additional services.

* To ensure that any leads are followed up in a timely manner, arranging a written confirmation of the follow-up valuation letter and market comparables.

* Ensure all customers are fully aware of the process they are entering into, including the costs and financial implication.

* To fully utilise and comply with systems and procedures which are in place and ensure all fees are charged in accordance with the terms of business.

* To maximise business efficiency through effective diary and system management, ensuring we make the best use of our time, and work to suit the needs of our customers.

* Ensure you understand your branch and personal KPIs, to lead to achieving and exceeding the figures required to satisfy the branch performance.

* Be aware of industry trends, market and competitors' activities, and adjust your negotiating tactic accordingly.

* Manage a team of Sales Negotiators.

* Create the largest active market share of any agent in the area.

* Maximise revenues and grow the property register.

* Develop exceptional working relationships with clients to encourage repeat business and recommendations.

* Maximise branch profit and achieve all financial targets.

* Manage performance of employees through regular 1:1's, reviews and morning meetings.

* Influence a result through effective team management, action planning and delivery of the plan.

The Successful Candidate will have:

* Proven experience being a Branch Manager and successfully obtaining growth market share.

* Proven experience working in the property industry, with a high level of competency of valuing sales properties.

* Fantastic Managerial experience.

* Good understanding of market demand and customer behaviour.

* Outstanding customer service and communication skills

* A self-motivated and positive attitude

* Excellent organisational skills, and an eye for detail.

* Strong leadership skills and have a burning ambition to succeed.

* Familiarity with the use of IT systems

* A full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle .

A very attractive base salary of £35,000 is on offer with a high OTE.

Please apply for immediate consideration and to have a confidential conversion