Senior Residential Sales Negotiator


Salary: Competitive package + benefits

Closing Date: 10 May 2026

Fenn Wright is East Anglia’s leading independently owned partnership of Chartered Surveyors, estate agents and commercial property experts.  Established in the region for over 250 years, the firm recently expanded and now operates from 12 high profile locations in Essex and Suffolk.  We aim to mix traditional methods with a modern approach, using cutting edge technology and our wealth of experience to deliver results for our clients.

Fenn Wright is a multidiscipline firm, specialising in residential sales and lettings, commercial agency, rural, water and leisure property services, RICS valuations, building consultancy and property management.  At Fenn Wright, we pride ourselves on our reputation and strive to deliver a high level of service, regularly achieving five-star reviews.

Vacancy Details

We are seeking an accomplished, driven, and highly professional individual to join our dynamic Residential Sales team as a Senior Sales Negotiator. Operating within a fast-paced and collaborative environment, this role requires a confident negotiator who thrives on delivering results while building and maintaining exceptional client relationships.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven track record of achieving high standards and consistently delivering outstanding service to buyers and vendors. You will bring strong market knowledge, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage and grow key client relationships. Previous experience in residential property sales is essential, and in-depth knowledge of the local area will be a significant advantage.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct market appraisals
  • Progress sales to exchange and completion of contracts through influencing and negotiating sales, whilst always giving professional advice to clients
  • Staying in touch with our large database of potential buyers and sellers on a regular basis
  • Looking for potential new opportunities for the business
  • Manage applicant enquiries in a timely manner, ensuring accurate details are registered
  • Help with the marketing of properties including coordinating the booking of advertising, assisting with brochure production and property descriptions
  • Manage own diary efficiently as well as that of the team
  • Ensure compliance of legal, internal, and external requirements i.e., Health and Safety, compliance, Estate Agency Act, GDPR etc.

Experience

  • Previous agency experience is essential
  • Knowledge of the local residential property market
  • A proven track record of winning instructions

Essential Skills

  • Strong communication skills – written and oral
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Proficient IT skills and knowledge of Office 365
  • Ability to work well under pressure
  • Ability to influence others

Personal Attributes

  • Confident
  • Proactive/self-starter
  • Willingness to learn
  • Strong work ethic
  • Punctual
  • Approachable
  • Professional
  • Driven to provide the highest levels of client care.

Hours of work 

  • 9:00am to 5:30pm Monday – Friday and 1 in 2 Saturdays 9:00am to 3:00pm. Where a Saturday is worked a weekday will be given in lieu.

Benefits

  • With our extensive experience and expert knowledge, Fenn Wright will provide you with a supportive environment where you can gain the required skills and knowledge, and receive excellent opportunities for development and career progression.
  • In addition to your basic salary, we offer a rewarding commission scheme including various discretionary cash incentive referral schemes
  • 23 days holiday, rising to 25 days in the third holiday year plus Public Bank Holidays
  • Complimentary birthday day off
  • Company car or car allowance
  • Pension
  • 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, directly on 01206 245886 or [email protected]

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 require a full clean driving licence and 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.

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