Business Development Manager - Commercial and Property

Business Development Manager – Property Auctions (INDM1) Location: Kent Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 basic + commission Contract: Permanent

An established property business is looking to appoint a driven Business Development Manager to grow its residential and commercial property auction offering. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced property professional with a strong background in business development, estate agency or commercial property to generate new instructions, build introducer networks and increase market share.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and secure new residential and commercial property instructions for auction. Develop relationships with estate agents, solicitors, landlords, developers, investors and commercial property professionals. Attend client meetings and property appraisals, presenting the benefits of selling through auction. Discuss guide prices, reserve prices and appropriate auction routes with vendors, supported by market evidence. Build referral partnerships with agents, probate practitioners, receivers, lenders and other property-sector contacts. Manage client relationships throughout the auction process, encouraging repeat business and referrals. Identify new business opportunities through networking, market research and industry events. Monitor competitor activity, local property markets and potential areas for growth. Maintain an accurate CRM pipeline and report on instructions, conversion rates, sale rates and fee income. Work closely with auctioneers, valuers, marketing and legal teams to ensure properties are prepared for auction.Requirements:

At least three years' experience in property auctions, estate agency, commercial agency or property business development. A proven track record of winning new business, securing instructions and achieving targets. Good knowledge of the property market, property valuations and the auction process. Strong negotiation, presentation and relationship-building skills. Confidence dealing with private vendors, professional introducers and institutional clients. Excellent organisation and experience managing a sales pipeline or CRM. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.Experience across both residential and commercial property would be advantageous, as would an established network of property-sector contacts and relevant Propertymark or RICS qualifications

Contact: James Glover at Service Care Solutions to discuss this opportunity further. on (phone number removed) or via email at (url removed)