Salary guide
Real Estate Agent
- Average salary
- £18,000 – £40,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
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- The UK property market is worth over £7 trillion
Other names this job is known by
- Estate Agent
- Lettings Agent
Key responsibilities
- Sell and rent properties
- Value homes and conduct viewings
- Negotiate offers and close deals
- Advise clients on property law and finance
- Prepare contracts and documentation
- Manage client relationships
- Stay updated on property market trends
- Handle administrative tasks
Skills and qualifications required
- GCSEs (including English and maths)
- Estate agency apprenticeship or on-the-job training
- Excellent communication and sales skills
- Knowledge of local property market
- ARLA or NAEA membership (advantageous)
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Branch Manager
- Area Manager
- Director
- Specialist roles
How to get the job
- Study business or economics
- Apply for an apprenticeship or trainee role
- Gain experience in sales or customer service
- Obtain professional qualifications
- Progress to senior or management roles
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