Full job descriptionJob DescriptionReady to lead, inspire and make your mark within one of the UK’s largest property groups?
We’re looking for an exceptional lettings leader to join Connells Group as a Lettings Area Manager, leading several high-performing lettings branches across the Essex region. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven people manager who thrives on driving results, developing talent and delivering growth in a fast-paced and rewarding market.
What’s in it for you?
*Competitive basic salary with strong OTE potential
*Company car or car allowance
*Excellent staff benefits
*Genuine career progression opportunities within a leading UK business
The Role
As Lettings Area Manager, no two days will look the same. You’ll be the driving force behind branch success, creating energy, momentum and performance across your region. You will:
*Coaching, developing and effectively managing all employees to ensure performance is optimised across the region.
*Ensuring employee engagement is maximised through action planning, proactive recruitment, minimising attrition and driving retention across your teams.
*Managing, monitoring and reporting on regional performance against agreed financial business indicators, including P&L performance and set lettings metrics, to ensure delivery of income targets.
*Taking appropriate action with branches trading below budget or underperforming against expectations.
*Growing market share significantly by adopting proactive working practices and identifying business growth opportunities.
*Supporting and developing Lettings Managers to create high-performing, customer-focused teams.
*Driving compliance and ensuring all branches operate in line with current lettings legislation and company standards.
About You
You’re a natural leader with the credibility and ambition to inspire others. You’ll bring:
*Demonstrable experience of building and leading high-performing teams in fast-paced and demanding environments.
*A successful background within lettings or, estate agency environment.
*Proven ability to influence, shape and lead meaningful change.
*Inspirational leadership ability, with approachability and humility.
*Strong commercial awareness with significant P&L accountability and exposure.
*A passion for coaching, developing and retaining top talent.


Why Join Connells Group?
Because this is more than a job, it’s a chance to shape a region, grow your career and be part of a business where success is recognised and rewarded.
If you’re ready for your next big challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV.
Connells Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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