Branch Manager – Residential Sales

About the role

Join Freeman Forman, part of the Connells Group, as a Branch Manager in Eastbourne. You will lead the residential sales team, driving growth and delivering exceptional customer experiences. The role combines hands‑on property valuation, listing and team development.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and coach the Eastbourne residential sales team to achieve and exceed targets.
• Oversee property valuations, listings and negotiations to ensure high conversion rates.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local clients, developers and partners.
• Manage branch performance metrics, budgets and commercial objectives.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company standards.
• Foster a culture of professionalism, continuous development and customer focus.

Required profile

• Proven leadership or management experience within an estate agency.
• Demonstrated record of meeting or surpassing sales targets.
• Strong people‑leadership skills with a passion for coaching and development.
• Customer‑focused, resilient, organised and commercially minded.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Full UK driving licence.

Required skills

What we offer

• OTE of £70k with uncapped commission.
• Clear, structured career progression and industry‑leading training.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities to compete for top‑performer awards.