LUKE FARRELLY
Hythe,UK
Summary
Experienced in property valuation and market appraisals, with a strong background in residential sales and negotiation. Adept at client relationship management, utilising Matchmaker CRM to enhance customer interactions. Proficient in Xero and Sage, with comprehensive construction and property knowledge. Skilled in sales and business development, consistently achieving targets and driving growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Estate Agent & Valuer
Connells
Romsey
2025.03 - 2026.02
- Conduct residential property valuations using comparative market analysis
- Win instructions through professional presentations and pricing strategy
- Manage sales from instruction to completion
- Negotiate offers to achieve optimal outcomes
- Advise vendors on presentation and market conditions
- Maintain accurate records using Matchmaker CRM
- Monitor local market trends and buyer demand
Operations Manager
European Slate Company Ltd
2022.05 - 2024.04
- Managed office operations including sales enquiries, logistics, and accounting
- Supported senior leadership with operational improvements
- Generated new business alongside sales teams
- Used Xero and Sage 50 for accounting and reporting
- Liaised with national and international clients and suppliers
Roofer & Estimator
Prestige Roofing / Excel Roofing
2021.01 - 2022.05
- Completed roofing, tiling, and repair work to a high standard
- Produced accurate cost estimates using Swiftest software
- Analysed drawings and specifications for quotations
- Prepared cost reports for client approval
- Carried out emergency and reactive repair works
- Maintained strict health and safety compliance
Cadet Pilot
CAE
Crawley
2020.05 - 2021.01
- Completed intensive flight school training covering aviation mathematics and physics
- Operated aircraft in accordance with regulatory and safety procedures
- Developed strong discipline, situational awareness, and technical learning capability
Education
A-Levels - Mechanical Engineering, History, Politics
Barton Peveril Sixth Form College
GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, Business
The Gregg School
Skills
- Property Valuation & Market Appraisals
- Residential Sales
- Negotiation
- Client Relationship Management
- Matchmaker CRM
- Xero
- Sage
- Construction & Property Knowledge
- Sales & Business Development
Additional Information
Former Air Cadet (Flight Sergeant rank), Attended CAE Flight School, Extensive exposure to residential developments with national housebuilders
Timeline
Estate Agent & Valuer
Connells
2025.03 - 2026.02
Operations Manager
European Slate Company Ltd
2022.05 - 2024.04
Roofer & Estimator
Prestige Roofing / Excel Roofing
2021.01 - 2022.05
Cadet Pilot
CAE
2020.05 - 2021.01
GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, Business
The Gregg School
A-Levels - Mechanical Engineering, History, Politics
Barton Peveril Sixth Form College