Job Description

Pedder is a local, family owned and run, high performing estate agency with 9 branches across the south east of London. The Pedder Group offer services in residential sales, lettings, property management, land and new homes, and financial services.

We invest in our team, our business, and our community because our reputation is paramount to our success. We understand and recognise the importance of providing nothing short of outstanding service and support. If you join us, you'll be joining a highly successful company of industry experts, providing you with a solid platform for growth and development in your property career.

We are looking for a dynamic, professional, and customer orientated residential sales professional who is passionate about property, and who is looking to excel in their career within the industry. Previous experience in residential sales is desirable for this role, however we may consider a more junior candidate with exposure to the property industry and a motivation to learn and progress as an estate agent.

This is an initial 12-month Maternity Cover contract, with the potential to become a permanent member of the team at the end of this period (you may be required to move to another of our offices depending on market conditions).

Brief duties of the role:

A full job description is available on request and will also be provided to you prior to the interview stage.

Qualifying potential buyers, identifying their needs and matching them to suitable properties. Viewing properties, negotiating offers, liaising with solicitors and mortgage brokers and delivering the highest levels of customer service to buyers and sellers alike. To maximise the sales income for the branch, by securing as many sales as possible that follow through to completion. To maximise on securing valuations for the branch at every opportunity, through canvassing, applicant registration and closing an appointment. To maintain positive and professional relationships with all clients at every stage through to completion. Understand and work in line with current lettings legislation, as well as Pedder best practices. To work individually to exceed your targets as well as supporting your team to become the market leader in your area and meet the overall office target.

The ideal candidate will be:

Customer focused - understand the importance of making a fantastic first impression. A strong representative for the Pedder brand. Personable, professional, and friendly. Knowledgeable - be confident in providing high quality advice, service, and professionalism. Success-driven, passionate, and motivated.

Required skills and Experience:

A full and clean driving licence. Be able to commit to working hours of Monday to Thursday, 8.45 am - 6.00 (Friday until 5:00pm). You may be asked to work an occasional Saturday between the hours of 10:00-16:00. Be local to South East London. Qualified to degree level or above (if applying as a trainee/Graduate without experience). NAEA qualified (desirable but not essential). Prior experience in residential estate agency (desirable but not essential).

This is an initial 12-month Maternity Cover contract, with the potential to become a permanent member of the team at the end of this period (you may be required to move to another of our offices depending on market conditions).

Salary details:

This is a commission-based role, however a basic salary is also provided.

Basic salary - 18,000 - 20,000+ DOE Guaranteed commission for the first 3 months of employment Tiered commission structure starting from 10% up to 15% based on an achievable and exceedable annual target (between 200,000 - 250,000) Uncapped commission - targets can be exceeded to maximise accelerated commission banding Increased earning opportunities through targeted quarterly/annual bonuses, and other referral fees and incentives

On target earnings (OTE) - up to 40,000 per annum DOE/based on hitting targets

Additional benefits:

Paid annual EAP (employee assistance programme) which includes 24-hour access to live wellbeing support. A clear path for progression in order to develop your career in the property industry. Continuous and ongoing training and support. Technical exams and memberships are paid for (NAEA/Propertymark). A company car with paid fuel/expenses - personal use authorised. A team social calendar with regular company events. Regular opportunities to support our Community Promise events. Regular opportunities to support our Cancer Research fundraising events. Incentivised team conferences to Mallorca (twice per annum).

The Pedder Group - more about our company:

With over 40 years of trading, we have extensive knowledge and an enviable pedigree. We look to recruit intelligent, focused, honest and hard-working people. In return we reward our staff with great earning potential, fantastic development opportunities, and an environment focused on the wellbeing of our team.

Our people make us who we are. At Pedder, our staff don't just work for the business, the business has to work for them too. Winner of numerous awards as voted by our team and clients, we believe that nobody works harder to innovate and evolve in our sector than we do. Now, more than ever, it's critical that the impact that we are making on the world is a positive one.

The Sunday Times 100 Best Small Companies to Work for 2025 The Sunday Times 100 Best Small Companies to Work for 2024 All Agents 2023 winner of 48 staff sales and lettings awards in South East London The UK's Top 50 Best Small Companies to work for - 2023 London's Top 50 Best Small Companies to work for - 2023 All Agents 2022 winner of 49 staff sales and lettings awards in South East London Property's 5 Best Companies to Work for - 2022 The UK's Top 50 Best Small Companies to work for - 2022 London's 30 Best Small Companies to Work for - 2021 Property's 5 Best Companies to Work for - 2021 75 Best Small Companies to Work for in London - 2020 The Sunday Times 100 Best Small Companies to Work for - 2020
https://pedderproperty.com/

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,750.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company car Company events Company pension Referral programme Sick pay
Application question(s):

Are you aware that this is an initial 12-month contract? Do you have previous experience in estate agency? Where do you currently live?
Experience:

Estate Agency: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person