Business Development- Residential Lettings

• Stanway

Salary: Competitive + benefits

Closing Date: 19 September 2025

Fenn Wright are East Anglia’s leading, independently-owned partnership of chartered surveyors, estate agents and property consultants who celebrate a proud history of over 250 years, providing clients with the highest level of care and advice. Tracing our roots back to 1768 our traditional business values are blended with forward thinking and contemporary methods of sales and marketing advice, meaning we are able to deliver our clients the appropriate level of personal service. Today, we operate from 11 offices across Essex and Suffolk in high profile central locations.

Our future is ours to shape, and this is why we must ensure our business is built around employing and retaining the very best people. As a partnership operation we are, encouraging, supportive and ambitious. We encourage autonomy and share the success, so if you have what it takes to succeed without being over scrutinised and you thrive on your own success and that of the team around you, then Fenn Wright is the right place to develop your agency career and be rewarded for it!

Vacancy Details

Working within a busy and collaborative Residential Lettings team, we are seeking a professional, personable, and motivated individual to join us in promoting business development.

As a Property Lister, you will be part of our Lettings team and will closely with the Business Development Manager. You will be responsible for sourcing, valuing, and securing new rental instructions. You will play a key role in growing our portfolio by building strong relationships with landlords and showcasing properties to their full potential. This role is Monday-Friday (40HPW), with occasional Saturday working. Where a Saturday is worked, a weekday will be given in lieu.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market appraisals and valuations for residential rental properties including where properties are being re-let.
• Win new instructions by delivering exceptional service and expert advice to landlords.
• Prepare accurate and compelling property listings, including photography and descriptions.
• Liaise with landlords to ensure properties meet legal and market standards.
• Work closely with the lettings team to ensure smooth onboarding of new and existing properties.
• Negotiating between property owners and potential tenants to find a mutually beneficial agreement.
• Keep up to date with local market trends and competitor activity.
• Maintain accurate records of valuations, instructions, and client communications.
• Assist with both new business and business retention.
• Adhering to the relevant guidelines set by law at all times.

Experience

• Previous experience is essential and knowledge of the local areas would be a distinct advantage.
• Up to date with trends in the local residential lettings market.
• Customer/Client management.

Essential Skills

• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent presentation and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Personal Attributes

• Confident
• Proactive/self-starter
• Willingness to learn
• Strong work ethic
• Punctual
• Approachable
• Professional

Our Rewards and Benefits

• 23 days holiday, rising to 25 days in the third holiday year plus bank holidays
• Complimentary birthday day off
• Pension Scheme
• Life Insurance
• Medical Cash Plan

We understand the need for discretion and confidentiality and offer experienced individuals the opportunity to talk in the strictest of confidence regarding career options with Fenn Wright. Please contact Roseanna Seaton, Head of Operations, on 01206 245886 or email your CV and covering letter to [email protected]

Please note; basic salary and OTE will be dependent on experience. Any salary range advertised is a guide on earnings only.

Unfortunately we are unable to respond to each and every application. If you have not heard from us within the next 2 weeks, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. On behalf of the firm, we would like to thank you for taking the time to apply.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom to apply for this position under the necessary individual eligibility criteria. Fenn Wright LLP do not hold a sponsorship licence.