Sales Manager – Flagship Lewes Branch
Oakfield Estate Agents | East Sussex
Ready to lead, win instructions and build something special?
Oakfield Estate Agents are recruiting an ambitious Sales Manager to join our flagship Lewes branch — a pivotal role for a driven property professional looking to step up, stand out and be properly rewarded.
Established in 1996, Oakfield is a leading independent estate agency across East Sussex, with branches in Hastings, Bexhill, Eastbourne, Lewes, Heathfield and Uckfield, plus a Head Office in St Leonards. We provide Sales, Lettings and Block Management services and pride ourselves on one thing above all else: great people delivering outstanding results.
If you’re looking for a fresh challenge, genuine progression and industry-leading support, read on.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a confident, enthusiastic and results-driven Sales Manager who thrives on winning instructions, leading from the front and delivering exceptional service.
This is a hands-on role for someone who loves the buzz of agency, enjoys a competitive environment and wants to make a real impact in a high-profile branch.
About You
You’ll be someone who:
*Has a proven track record of winning new instructions
*Is a natural communicator and influencer with strong sales ability
*Delivers exceptional customer service at every stage
*Is professional, organised and driven by high standards
*Is confident, resilient and motivated by targets and results
*Enjoys leading and developing others
*Is proactive, detail-focused and able to multitask
*Wants to grow, learn and progress within a successful business
*Holds a full UK driving licence
*You may already be running your own branch or perhaps you feel that now is the time that you are ready to take the reigns and take control.
The Role
Your responsibilities will include:
*Actively winning and securing new property instructions
*Overseeing negotiators to ensure proactive buyer activity
*Ensuring consistent, high-quality client feedback
*Negotiating offers through to acceptance
*Registering and qualifying applicants
*Referring clients for mortgage and conveyancing services
*Reporting regularly to the Sales Director on performance
*Attending Managers’ meetings and contributing ideas and insight
Why You’ll Love Working at Oakfield
Grow with Oakfield
We invest heavily in our people. You’ll have access to a fully funded online learning platform, with qualifications relevant to your role and long-term career.
Real progression opportunities
If you want to progress, we will actively support you — we’re a growing business with genuine career pathways. We have a great track record of supporting our colleagues throughout their careers.
Work-life balance matters
*Annual leave plus all Bank Holidays
*Your birthday off every year
*We encourage time to recharge and reset
Working hours
*Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm
*Flexibility required, as additional hours may be needed to fully deliver the role
The support to succeed
Industry-leading technology, wide-reaching marketing and a senior leadership team that backs you.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re ambitious, motivated and ready to take the next step in your property career, we’d love to hear from you.