Job Description
Lettings Manager – Colchester
Salary: £35,000–£40,000 basic + uncapped commission (OTE £65,000–£75,000)
Car Allowance: £250/month
Overview
Our client is seeking a confident and ambitious Lettings Manager to drive growth and lead from the front. Established in 2008 and continuing to scale, the business requires someone who thrives on new business generation, builds strong landlord relationships and energises a high-performing lettings team. This role focuses on winning new managed properties and reactivating a large existing landlord base.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing inbound enquiries and developing long-term client relationships
* Re-engaging a database of 3,000+ let-only landlords
* Securing new landlord instructions through proactive calls and follow-ups
* Attending valuations and external client meetings
* Prospecting daily to grow the managed portfolio
* Leading, developing and supporting a team of Negotiators
* Monitoring KPIs and contributing to smooth lettings operations
Candidate Profile
* A confident communicator who excels on the phone
* Highly organised, target-driven and comfortable under pressure
* A natural leader with strong relationship-building skills
* Thrives in a fast-paced environment completing up to 50 deals per month
* Embodies the company’s values: energy, drive, honesty and ambition
* Experience is beneficial but not essential — attitude, work ethic and alignment with the company vision matter most
Why This Role?
* Uncapped earning potential tied directly to performance
* Clear opportunities to progress into senior leadership as the business expands
* The chance to work directly with an energetic business owner and a motivated team
* A results-focused environment built on integrity, ambition and collective success