Christie & Co UK
Business Agent - Retail - London
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Business Agent - Retail - London
Experienced Property Agent – Retail Brokerage (Hybrid, London)
Office Location
London (Hybrid)
Department
Retail – Brokerage
About Us
We are the leading specialist advisor for buying and selling businesses across sectors including hotels, pubs, restaurants, childcare, healthcare, convenience retail, leisure, and medical. With 90 years of experience, we offer professional brokerage and advisory services, backed by a network of 11 UK offices and 11 in Europe, employing the largest hotels team in Real Estate.
We pride ourselves on:
- Client-centric experiences
- Building trusted relationships tailored to our clients’ needs
- Delivering high standards through tailored services
Purpose of the Role
We are seeking an experienced property or business agent to join our Retail team, based in our London office. You will:
- Source and complete transactions involving retail businesses and properties, covering a wide range of assets across the South East of the UK.
- Generate leads for sales, process instructions, and oversee deals from start to finish.
- Identify, engage, and negotiate with buyers, business owners, and key stakeholders.
- Serve as the first point of contact for clients, representing our brand professionally.
This role offers:
- A chance to work in a fast-growing team within a company with exceptional heritage and reputation.
- The opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of retail businesses in a smaller, specialised team setting.
About The Team
As market leaders in retail brokerage and valuation services, our team has completed more sales and purchases of retail businesses in the UK than any other agency.
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In this role, you will:
- Work closely with the Regional Director for Retail and Leisure.
- Have a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Retail and Leisure Managing Director.
- Collaborate with agents, valuers, and support staff in London, as well as colleagues in our other UK offices.
Responsibilities
Your key tasks will include:
- Developing and executing a comprehensive business development strategy.
- Identifying, engaging, and building relationships with retail business owners, buyers, and stakeholders.
- Leading every stage of the sales cycle, from prospecting and presentations to negotiation and deal closure.
- Conducting in-depth market analysis to uncover growth opportunities.
- Representing Christie & Co at industry events to strengthen our brand as a trusted retail brokerage firm.
Requirements
The ideal candidate must have:
- A valid UK driving licence and confidence driving long distances.
- At least two years’ experience in the property industry (commercial or residential).
- A minimum of two years’ experience in property sales.
- Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
- Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
Key Traits We Value
You will thrive at Christie & Co because you demonstrate:
- Professionalism with high standards of conduct and service.
- The ability to build strong working relationships.
- The drive to nurture and develop client relationships.
What We Offer
Success at Christie & Co is underpinned by a supportive and rewarding work environment, including:
- Car allowance + car insurance for you and one dependant.
- 25 days holiday, plus additional leave during Christmas, and carryover options.
- Income protection, life assurance, and up to 30 days discretionary sick leave.
- Discounts on gym memberships, health, and wellbeing services.
- Annual health checks.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- "Recommend a Friend" referral bonus for employees.
- Enhanced family-friendly leave.
- Eye care vouchers.
- Wellbeing assistance platform for support.
- A role with significant autonomy, where your efforts directly impact company success.
- A collaborative culture with access to a UK-wide team’s expertise and resources.
- Wide scope for personal and professional growth as you contribute to the future of our retail business.
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Our Values
We operate through core principles: Adaptable, Collaborative, Innovative, Personal, and Trusted. Learn more about life at Christie & Co here.
Important Notice
We are unable to sponsor for this position and only invite candidates permanently settled in the UK or who do not require sponsorship.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are an equal opportunities employer. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Ready to Apply?
For more details or to apply, contact: careersuk@christie.com.
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