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