Apprentice Property Consultant

T WILSON ESTATE AGENTS LTD

CHESTERFIELD, S44 6PN

Closes on Wednesday 30 October

Posted on 16 September 2024


Summary

This Apprenticeship is designed to provide hands-on experience in the property industry, offering a mix of administrative tasks and property-related responsibilities in both sales and lettings. You’ll work closely with our experienced team and gain valuable skills in property management, sales, and customer service.

Annual wage
£15,600 a year

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
9am - 5pm Monday - Friday with some possible half day Saturdays. 45-minutes paid lunch break.

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Friday 1 November

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with general administrative duties, including answering phones, responding to emails, and managing paperwork
  • Support the sales and lettings teams with property viewings, valuations, and inspections
  • Maintain and update property listings on various online platforms
  • Help prepare property marketing materials, such as brochures and online advertisements
  • Provide excellent customer service to clients, addressing any inquiries and following up on leads
  • Assist with tenancy agreements, property check-ins, and check-outs
  • Attend meetings and assist with record-keeping and note-taking
  • Liaise with landlords, tenants, buyers, and sellers to ensure smooth communication and transactions

Where you’ll work

24 MARKET PLACE

BOLSOVER

CHESTERFIELD

S44 6PN

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

DERBY BUSINESS COLLEGE LIMITED

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents
  • Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
  • Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
  • Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
  • Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
  • Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
  • Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
  • Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
  • Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.
  • Your training plan

    • In addition to gaining practical experience in the role, you will also attain an NVQ Level 3 Business Admin qualification which will help start your career and give you an insight into the businesses processes and procedures
    • Our training is all complete remotely via teams with a development coach who will be available for support 24/7
    • You receive 20% off the job training during this Apprenticeship which is included in your weekly working hours

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE in:

    • Maths & English (grade 4)

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

    Skills

    • Communication skills
    • Attention to detail
    • Organisation skills
    • Customer care skills
    • Administrative skills
    • Team working
    • Initiative

    About this company

    Establlished in 1946. At Wilson Estate Agents, we pride ourselves on being more than just a estate agency; we are your dedicated partners in finding your dream property or selling your current home in Bolsover and its surrounding areas. With a deep understanding of the local market and a commitment to excellence, we strive to provide unparalleled service to our clients every step of the way.

    https://www.wilsonestateagents.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

    Company benefits

    Comprehensive Training Program, Mentorship, Career Development, Supportive Team Environment, Modern Office Facilities, Community Involvement, Work-Life Balance

    After this apprenticeship

    Full-time employment and future career growth within the company.

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    DERBY BUSINESS COLLEGE LIMITED

    Catherine

    cat@dbc-training.co.uk

    07508821784

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000277081.

    Apply now

    Closes on Wednesday 30 October

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