Senior Sales Negotiator/Associate | Sevenoaks

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About The Role

Knight Frank is seeking an ambitious and driven Senior Sales Negotiator/Associate to join our successful Residential Sales team in Sevenoaks.

This role focuses on the sale of high quality residential property across Sevenoaks and the surrounding areas, typically ranging from £750,000 to £1.5m+. Working within a well established and highly regarded team, you will be responsible for driving business growth, winning instructions, building strong client relationships and delivering exceptional results across the office.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development

• Generate new valuation opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking and relationship building.
• Win new instructions and increase market share across Sevenoaks and the surrounding area.
• Maintain regular contact with existing clients, prospective vendors and local homeowners.
• Develop business through referrals, recommendations and repeat clients.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider Knight Frank network.
• Lead local business development initiatives and represent Knight Frank within the community.

Sales & Negotiation

• Register and qualify prospective purchasers.
• Match buyers with suitable properties and arrange viewings.
• Conduct accompanied viewings to a high professional standard.
• Negotiate offers and agree sales on the best possible terms for clients.
• Prepare Memorandums of Sale and manage transactions through to exchange and completion.
• Support and mentor colleagues within the office to drive performance and best practice.

Client Service

• Deliver an exceptional level of service throughout the sales process.
• Provide vendors with regular feedback, market insight and strategic advice.
• Build and maintain long term relationships with buyers, sellers and local contacts.
• Maintain accurate records and activity updates using internal systems.
• Identify opportunities to introduce clients to other Knight Frank service lines and offices.

Market Knowledge

• Maintain an excellent understanding of the Sevenoaks property market.
• Keep up to date with market trends, pricing and competitor activity.
• Represent Knight Frank professionally at local networking events and community engagements.
• Act as a recognised local market expert and trusted adviser.

About You

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within residential estate agency sales, valuations and pitching.
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship management skills.
• A proven ability to succeed in a target driven environment.
• A professional, confident and client focused approach.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Self motivated with a proactive attitude towards business development.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Experience leading, mentoring or managing a team.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience working within the Sevenoaks or wider Kent property market.
• Experience dealing with prime or upper mid market residential property.
• A strong track record of winning instructions and generating fee income.
• Existing local contacts and established market knowledge.

What Success Looks Like

• Build a strong profile and reputation within the Sevenoaks property market.
• Consistently generate valuation opportunities and new instructions.
• Deliver exceptional levels of customer service and client satisfaction.
• Develop a strong pipeline of buyers and sellers.
• Successfully negotiate and progress sales through to completion.
• Contribute positively to the continued growth and profitability of the Sevenoaks office.
• Create opportunities for collaboration across the wider Knight Frank business.

Why Join Knight Frank?

Knight Frank is the world's leading independent property consultancy. Our Sevenoaks office has an excellent reputation within the local market, offering access to high quality instructions, an established client base and the opportunity to work alongside experienced property professionals.

We offer a collaborative and supportive environment, ongoing training and development, and genuine opportunities for career progression within one of the industry's most respected brands.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive basic salary.
• Performance related commission structure.
• Access to a market leading brand and client network.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Additional benefits discussed during the interview process.

Join Knight Frank

Join Knight Frank and help shape the next chapter of our Sevenoaks Residential Sales business. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a successful office, drive growth and build your reputation within one of the UK's most respected property brands.

Competitive salary

Please note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies.