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Branch Manager – Estate Agency

Duckworths Estate Agents | Full-Time | £30,000 Basic + Commission & Bonus | OTE £45,000–£50,000

Duckworths Estate Agents is looking for an experienced, driven and commercially focused Branch Manager to lead one of our established estate agency branches.

This is an opportunity for an experienced estate agent who is ready to take ownership of a branch, lead a team and drive performance across valuations, listings, sales and overall branch income.

You may already be an established Branch Manager, or you may be a strong Senior Negotiator, Valuer or Assistant Manager who is ready to take the next step into branch management.

Founded in 1877, Duckworths is one of the UK's longest established estate agency businesses. We combine that heritage with a modern, ambitious approach and are continually looking for new ideas, better ways of working and opportunities to grow.

The Role

As Branch Manager, you will take responsibility for the day to day performance and success of the branch.

This is a hands-on role. We are looking for someone who will lead from the front, generate business, win instructions, support the team and ensure opportunities are followed through.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, motivating and managing the branch team
• Driving branch performance against agreed KPIs and targets
• Generating and conducting market appraisals
• Winning new instructions and growing market share
• Ensuring properties are launched and marketed effectively
• Managing the sales pipeline from instruction through to completion
• Supporting negotiations and helping the team agree sales
• Monitoring applicants, viewings, offers and sales activity
• Developing relationships with existing and prospective clients
• Identifying opportunities for new business
• Driving additional income opportunities across the branch
• Coaching and developing members of the team
• Maintaining high standards of customer service and professionalism
• Reporting on branch performance and forecasts
• Taking ownership of the overall organisation, standards and culture of the branch

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for an experienced estate agent who understands what makes a successful branch.

You will be someone who:

• Is commercially focused and motivated by results
• Has a strong understanding of residential estate agency
• Can generate valuations and confidently win instructions
• Is comfortable managing targets, KPIs and branch performance
• Leads from the front and sets high standards
• Can motivate, support and hold a team accountable
• Has excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Is proactive and constantly looking for new business opportunities
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
• Brings energy, ideas and enthusiasm to the branch
• Takes ownership rather than waiting to be told what needs doing
• Wants to build a successful branch and be rewarded for its performance

Previous management experience would be advantageous, but we would also welcome applications from experienced Senior Negotiators, Valuers or Assistant Managers who can demonstrate that they are ready to take the next step.

Salary & Earnings

• £30,000 basic salary
• Competitive commission structure
• Additional performance-related bonus opportunities
• Realistic OTE of £45,000–£50,000 per annum
• Earnings linked directly to individual and branch performance

Career Progression

We are an established and growing business and want our Branch Managers to have the opportunity to develop with us.

For the right person, there is genuine scope to take on greater responsibility as the business continues to grow.

Several members of our senior team and Directors began their careers in estate agency branch roles, and we strongly believe in developing and promoting talented people from within the business.

Training & Development

You will receive ongoing support from the senior management team while being given the autonomy to lead and develop your branch.

We hold regular management meetings, performance reviews and training sessions, alongside continued development in areas including valuations, listings, negotiation, leadership and branch performance.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 5:30pm

Two Saturdays per month on a rota: 9:30am – 3:00pm

For every Saturday worked, you will receive half a day back as annual leave.

Benefits

• £30,000 basic salary
• OTE £45,000–£50,000
• Competitive commission and bonus structure
• Genuine career progression
• Ongoing management support and development
• Free parking
• Employee discount
• Established and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to take ownership of an established branch

Requirements

• Estate agency experience – essential
• Strong residential property sales experience – essential
• Full UK Driving Licence – essential
• Valuation/listing experience – highly desirable
• Previous management or team leadership experience – desirable
• Confident, professional and commercially minded
• Demonstrable track record of generating business and achieving targets

If you are an experienced estate agent who is ready to take ownership of a branch, lead a team and drive performance, we would love to hear from you.

We are equally interested in hearing from established Branch Managers and ambitious senior estate agents who are ready to make the step into management.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £30,000 basic salary

OTE: £45,000–£50,000 per annum

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: DEA BM 7

Pay: £30,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Do you have a Full UK Driving Licence and own vehicle?

Experience:

• Estate Agency: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person