Senior Negotiator

Posted 10 August 2026
LocationPortsmouth
Job type Permanent
Discipline Estate Agency
Reference968027

Job description

Job Title
Senior Sales Negotiator (Estate Agency)
Location
Portsmouth, Hampshire (branch-based; local travel as required)
Salary
Up to £50,000 OTE (basic + commission, DOE)
Overview
We're recruiting a driven Senior Sales Negotiator to join a busy residential sales team in Portsmouth. This is a great role for someone who can manage the sales process end-to-end, build strong client relationships, and consistently hit targets in a fast-paced branch environment.
Key Responsibilities
  • Register, qualify and manage buyers; match applicants to available stock
  • Conduct viewings and follow up professionally to drive offers
  • Negotiate offers between buyers and vendors to maximise price and progression
  • Manage the sales pipeline from offer agreed through to exchange/completion, reducing fall-throughs
  • Generate new business through proactive calls, referrals and local networking
  • Book and support valuations/appraisals (and carry out valuations if experienced/required)
  • Maintain accurate CRM notes and activity levels; report on pipeline and performance
  • Deliver excellent customer service and handle queries/escalations confidently
  • Work closely with mortgage/financial services and conveyancing partners to support conversion
Required Experience & Skills
  • Proven experience as a Sales Negotiator / Senior Sales Negotiator within residential estate agency
  • Strong track record of hitting targets (offers, sales agreed, exchanges/completions)
  • Confident communicator with strong negotiation skills
  • Highly organised with good pipeline management
  • Professional, customer-focused approach
  • Full UK driving licence
Desirable
  • Valuation experience / ability to win instructions
  • NAEA qualification (helpful, not essential)
What's on Offer
  • Up to £50k OTE with a clear commission structure
  • Strong stock levels/lead flow (depending on business)
  • Supportive team environment with progression opportunities
Working Hours
Typical estate agency hours including some Saturdays
 
 
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