Residential Lettings Negotiator

Posted 04 September 2026
Salary £25,000 plus commission
LocationChelmsford
Job type Permanent
Discipline Lettings & Property Management
Reference972728

Job description

Residential Lettings Negotiator
Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits


 
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Residential Lettings Negotiator to join a busy and successful lettings team in Chelmsford.

We're looking for a professional, personable and motivated individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced property environment and is passionate about delivering an excellent service to both landlords and tenants.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Register and qualify prospective tenants, understanding their property requirements.
  • Arrange and conduct property viewings.
  • Promote available properties and match applicants to suitable homes.
  • Build strong relationships with landlords and tenants.
  • Negotiate offers between landlords and prospective tenants.
  • Progress tenancy applications, referencing and agreements.
  • Handle enquiries via telephone and email.
  • Keep CRM and administrative systems accurate and up to date.
  • Ensure all lettings activity complies with relevant legislation.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:
  • At least 2 years' experience within residential lettings.
  • Good knowledge of the local property market.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
  • A confident, proactive and ambitious approach.
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Full UK driving licence.
Hours
Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:30pm
Saturdays: 1 in 2, 9:00am - 3:00pm, with a weekday off in lieu.
What's on Offer?
  • Competitive salary package.
  • 23 days' holiday, increasing with service.
  • Additional day off for your birthday.
  • Pension.
  • Life insurance.
  • Medical cash plan.
  • Excellent long-term career prospects.
If you're an experienced Lettings Negotiator looking for your next move within the Chelmsford property market, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Darren at Rayner Personnel for a confidential conversation.
 
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We receive a great many applications for our vacancies and try to respond to as many as we can as quickly as possible. If you have not heard from a member of the team within 48 working hours, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful, but please feel that you may apply for other roles we are advertising in the future. INDDM