GCB Recruitment
Norwich, Norfolk
Nov 02, 2026
Full time
Head of Residential Sales Estate Agency Up to £50,000 Basic + Bonus Partnership Opportunity Experienced in residential estate agency leadership, with a proven track record of driving growth, leading high-performing teams, and delivering strong commercial results? We're recruiting for a Head of Residential Sales to join a highly respected independent property business with an established presence across Norfolk. This is a senior-level opportunity for an ambitious and commercially focused estate agency professional to take ownership of a successful residential division, drive business performance, and influence the strategic direction of a growing business. With a genuine pathway towards Partnership, this role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact and progress into business ownership. The Role As Head of Residential Sales, you will: Lead the strategic direction and growth of the Residential Estate Agency division Drive revenue, profitability, market share, and new business opportunities across the region Champion the brand and maintain exceptional service standards across all offices Generate new instructions through business development, market appraisals, and client relationships Lead, mentor, and develop Residential Managers and branch teams Monitor departmental and branch performance, implementing strategies to achieve business objectives and budget targets Recruit, train, and develop staff, ensuring consistent standards and processes across the division Work collaboratively with other departments to maximise cross-referrals and identify new revenue opportunities Lead marketing initiatives to strengthen the firm's local market presence and reputation Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, industry regulations, and best practice Chair management meetings, review performance data, and deliver clear leadership across the residential operation Head of Residential Sales Requirements Significant leadership experience within Residential Estate Agency, ideally at Area Manager, Regional Manager, Head of Residential, Divisional Director, or equivalent level Proven track record of driving revenue growth, increasing market share, and improving business performance Strong people management skills, with experience leading managers and developing high-performing teams Commercially astute, with the ability to develop and implement effective business strategies Experience winning instructions, generating new business, and building strong client relationships Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills Strong understanding of estate agency legislation, compliance, and industry best practice Results-driven, proactive, and comfortable balancing strategic leadership with operational involvement A confident and inspiring leader who leads by example and drives high standards What's on Offer? Basic salary up to £50,000 Performance-related bonus scheme Genuine Partnership opportunity with long-term career progression Generous holiday allowance, increasing with length of service Additional day off for your birthday Option to purchase additional annual leave Professional memberships and CPD support, where applicable Opportunity to lead a well-established and highly respected independent property business Apply Today! If you're an experienced estate agency leader ready to take the next step in your career, lead a successful residential division, and work towards a genuine Partnership opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more about this exciting opportunity.