Lettings Manager | Leicester | £30,000+ Commission
Job Title: Lettings Manager
Location: Leicester
Package: From £30,000 (Negotiable) + Commission
Industry: Residential Lettings
Contract Type: Full Time / Mat Cover - Perm
Hours: Monday- Friday- 9.00am - 5.30pm, Occasional Saturday cover a with day off in week
Experience Essential
Driving License Essential
Maternity Cover with Permanent Opportunity
Immediate Leadership Opportunity with Long-Term Potential
Are you an experienced Lettings Manager looking for both an immediate challenge and long-term career prospects?
This unique opportunity offers the best of both worlds - an initial 18-month position covering maternity leave, with the potential for a permanent role upon completion.
About Our Client
Very well established in the Leicester property market, our client has established themselves as one of the city's leading independent agencies. Managing a portfolio of properties across Leicestershire, they've consistently grown through recommendation and excellence in service delivery.
Their multi-branch network employs over 25 property professionals, with their flagship Leicester office being among the top-performing lettings agencies in the region. They've recently invested significantly in their digital infrastructure and have ambitious plans for further expansion post-2025.
The Opportunity
As Lettings Manager, you'll take full responsibility for:
Team Leadership
Managing a team of lettings professionals
Driving performance and achieving targets
Implementing training and development programmes
Creating a high-performance culture
Monitoring and improving KPIs
Business Development
Growing the managed property portfolio
Building relationships with key landlords
Identifying new business opportunities
Maintaining high client retention rates
Developing marketing strategies
Operational Excellence
Overseeing property management operations
Ensuring compliance with legislation
Managing departmental budgets
Implementing process improvements
Maintaining service standards
What You'll Need
Essential Requirements
* Proven Lettings Management or Senior Negotiator experience
* Full, clean UK driving licence
* ARLA qualification (or working towards)
* Strong leadership skills
* Excellent knowledge of lettings legislation
* Track record in team development
* Business development experience
Personal Qualities
* Strategic thinking ability
* Commercial acumen
* Problem-solving skills
* Strong communication skills
* Results-driven approach
What's On Offer
Financial Package
Basic salary from £30,000
Competitive commission structure
Performance-related bonuses
Company car or car allowance
Pension scheme
Development Opportunities
Leadership training programmes
Industry qualification support
Networking events
Professional development fund
Working Pattern
* Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
* Saturday rota
* Time off in lieu for weekend work
The Maternity Cover Opportunity
This role initially covers an 18-month maternity leave period, offering:
* Immediate management responsibility
* Chance to demonstrate leadership capabilities
* Opportunity to implement positive changes
* Potential for permanent position upon completion
* Clear objectives and measurable outcomes
Long-Term Prospects
Upon successful completion of the maternity cover period, there is potential for:
* Permanent senior management position
* Enhanced package and benefits
* Involvement in company expansion plans
* Career progression opportunities
* Long-term stability
How To Apply:
We invite you to apply by submitting your CV ensuring it is fully up to date detailing your relevant experience and achievements.
*Please note, this is a full-time office based position with occasional external appointments. Unfortunately we are unable to accept offers of part time or remote working*
Windmill9 Consulting is a Business Consultancy and Employment Agency acting on behalf of the client.
All applications will be dealt with professionally and in the strictest of confidence.
We will contact suitable applicants for an initial screening to discuss your application and answer any questions you may have prior to submitting your application to the client.
Please ensure your CV is fully up to date before applying.
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