Leia Kubas
Leeds,North Yorkshire
Summary
Results-driven Business Management graduate with hands-on experience in sales, marketing, executive recruitment, and estate agency. Proven ability to consistently exceed targets, drive revenue growth, and build strong, lasting relationships with clients and candidates. Adept at thriving in fast-paced environments, leveraging effective communication, negotiation, and leadership skills. Committed to delivering measurable business impact and eager to contribute strategic value to a forward-thinking organization.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Associate
Preston Baker Estate Agents
Leeds, United Kingdom
2025.03 - 2025.07
- Proactively prospected for new business opportunities and booked property valuation appointments.
- Valued residential properties and acted as the main point of contact for clients throughout their property journey.
- Collaborated with photographers and staged homes for marketing purposes.
- Wrote engaging and accurate property descriptions to attract potential buyers.
- Launched listings and ensured each property was market-ready.
- Conducted viewings, qualified buyers, and handled offer negotiations.
- Managed the full sales progression process from offer acceptance to completion.
Business Development Associate
Preston Baker Estate Agents
Leeds, United Kingdom
2024.05 - 2025.03
- Served as the first point of contact for new client enquiries.
- Sold property valuation appointments and introduced mortgage consultations.
- Converted inbound leads into qualified opportunities for the sales team.
- Maintained a professional and engaging client experience from first contact.
Senior Executive Search Consultant
Goodall Brazier
Leeds, United Kingdom
2022.02 - 2024.05
- Partnered with clients to understand strategic and financial hiring needs.
- Devised and executed targeted research strategies for talent acquisition.
- Conducted market and competitor research to inform recruitment decisions.
- Defined role criteria, position descriptions, and candidate specifications.
- Tracked and engaged prospective candidates through multiple channels.
- Assessed candidates for qualification, cultural fit, and role compatibility.
- Conducted confidential interviews, reference checks, and credit evaluations.
- Presented shortlisted candidates with detailed profile summaries.
- Guided clients and candidates through offer negotiation to onboarding.
- Built strong, long-term relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Developed new recruiting leads and expanded client portfolio.
Sales and Marketing Representative
Adaptive Marketing
Leeds, United Kingdom
2021.01 - 2022.02
- Represented multinational brands to meet and exceed sales KPIs.
- Built strong client relationships and developed tailored marketing strategies.
- Managed a team of sales and marketing representatives.
- Motivated and led team members to achieve and surpass sales targets.
- Recruited and trained new staff through full-cycle hiring processes.
- Adapted sales pitches and presentations to meet customer needs.
- Engaged customers and built rapport to ensure loyalty and retention.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester 2020.09 - 2023.06
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Strategic Negotiation
- Strong Communication
- Networking Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management & Organisation
- Confidence & Leadership
- Multitasking Ability
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Associate
Preston Baker Estate Agents
2025.03 - 2025.07
Business Development Associate
Preston Baker Estate Agents
2024.05 - 2025.03
Senior Executive Search Consultant
Goodall Brazier
2022.02 - 2024.05
Sales and Marketing Representative
Adaptive Marketing
2021.01 - 2022.02
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Manchester Metropolitan University
2020.09 - 2023.06