David Franco
Bedford,United Kingdom
Summary
Seasoned real estate agent and mortgage broker with a strong commitment to building genuine client relationships, with knowledge of both British and Portuguese market. Background in real estate, finance, and therapeutic practices provides a unique, empathetic approach to problem-solving. Multilingual capabilities in Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, English, French, and Japanese enhance communication with diverse clients. Focused on simplifying the home buying process and empowering clients to make informed decisions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
6048
6048
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Site Sales Representative
Elevation Estate Agents
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Optimised sales presentations using persuasive communication techniques.
- Educated customers about product features and benefits, driving informed purchasing decisions.
- Maintained thorough records of all sales activities to ensure transparency.
- Identified potential leads, resulting in improved sales performance.
Mortgage Broker
Dsi Intermediários de Crédito
Lisbon
07.2024 - 12.2025
- Credit Intermediary, pairing home borrowers with optimal banking solutions, ensuring premier loan terms with swift execution and minimal costs.
Real Estate Agent
Remax Vantagem Avenida
Lisbon
05.2023 - 12.2025
- As a dedicated Real Estate Agent and Mortgage Broker, I bring a robust sales foundation and a commitment to exceptional customer service. My experience in the real estate sector has equipped me with the ability to navigate complex transactions, market properties effectively, and provide clients with the insights they need to make informed decisions. I specialize in understanding market trends, analyzing property values, and crafting tailored marketing strategies that maximize visibility and attract potential buyers.
- 9th Place in the Top 10 National Rookies For Remax Vantagem, the number one Real Estate Group in Portugal.
Clinical Hypnotherapist and Integrative Therapist
Self-Employed
Lisbon / Bedford
03.2023 - Current
- I am a Certified Hypnotherapist and Integrative Therapist. This unique background enhances my ability to connect with clients on a deeper level, allowing me to better understand their needs, fears, and aspirations. By employing therapeutic techniques, I create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable discussing their goals and concerns. This empathetic approach not only helps ease any anxiety related to buying or selling, but also enables me to identify underlying motivations and desires that influence their decisions.
- Owner of clinical practice focused in Clinical Hypnotherapy, as well as other Integrative Therapies.
- Very accustomed to creating rapport with Patients and helping them open up, allowing the creation of a space for healing.
- Expert in integrative therapies, like Reiki, Aura Readings and Radionic Tables
Brand Owner
Self-Employed
Lisbon
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Owner of Fumo Vivo, an online store focused on bringing its clients Premium Incense and Candle products.
Night Auditor
Palacete Chafariz D'El Rei Boutique Hotel
Lisbon
04.2014 - 02.2021
- Responsible for all the areas of hospitality during the night shift.
- Because it is a small Hotel, I was the only employee during night shift, making it a very ambivalent position, having to act as Receptionist, Concierge, Sommelier, Bartender/Cook and even Housekeeper.
- Led solo night ops at boutique hotel
Logistic and Hospitality Manager
THU Malta
Valletta
09.2018 - 09.2018
- Spearheaded logistics and hospitality operations for THU, a famous Digital Arts Summit renowned for rapid growth and scale.
Outbound Call Center Sales Operator
Barclaycard
Lisbon
06.2013 - 02.2014
- Proficient Outbound Call Center Sales Operator with extensive experience promoting Barclaycard Credit Cards.
- Highly goal-driven with a robust track record in high-volume call settings, managing over 500 calls per shift.
Education
Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist - Hypnotherapy
RTT School by Marisa Peer
United KingdomCivil Engineering - Engineering
Instituto Superior de Engenharias de Lisboa
LisbonElectrotechnical Engineering - Engineering
Instituto Superior Técnico
LisbonSkills
- Adaptability
- Customer service excellence
- Oral and written communication
- Multitasking abilities
- Interpersonal skills
- Time management
LANGUAGES
Portuguese
Native
English
Fluent
Italian
Native
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
French
Elementary
Japanese
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
DRIVING LICENSE
Driving license category Full UK Drivers License
PERSONAL DETAILS
- Date of birth 23/01/1991
- Nationality Portuguese
- Visa status - Valid Spouse Visa with right to work in the UK
- Marital status Married
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Member of the Board of Students, Instituto Superior Técnico Jan 2009 - Jan 2010 Member of Tuna Universitária do Instituto Superior Técnico, Tuna Universitária do Instituto Superior Técnico, Lisbon Jan 2008 Member of Tuna Universitária do Instituto Superior Técnico as well as Vice President in 2014. Lead Singer 2013/2014 - www.tuist.pt
HOBBIES
Singing, Guitar Playing, Basketball, Cooking
Timeline
Site Sales Representative
Elevation Estate Agents
03.2025 - 12.2025
Mortgage Broker
Dsi Intermediários de Crédito
07.2024 - 12.2025
Real Estate Agent
Remax Vantagem Avenida
05.2023 - 12.2025
Clinical Hypnotherapist and Integrative Therapist
Self-Employed
03.2023 - Current
Brand Owner
Self-Employed
05.2022 - 01.2024
Logistic and Hospitality Manager
THU Malta
09.2018 - 09.2018
Night Auditor
Palacete Chafariz D'El Rei Boutique Hotel
04.2014 - 02.2021
Outbound Call Center Sales Operator
Barclaycard
06.2013 - 02.2014
Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist - Hypnotherapy
RTT School by Marisa Peer
Civil Engineering - Engineering
Instituto Superior de Engenharias de Lisboa
Electrotechnical Engineering - Engineering
Instituto Superior Técnico