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Oliver Hammond

Folkestone,Kent

Summary

Property professional with over two years' experience in residential sales, currently working as a Senior Sales Executive at Wards of Kent. Proven track record in winning instructions, progressing pipelines, and consistently achieving sales targets in a competitive environment. Recognised for clear communication, strong negotiation skills, and building lasting client relationships. Now seeking to advance within the London property market, focusing on higher-value transactions in either the residential or commercial property sectors.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Senior Sales Executive

Wards of Kent, Arun Estates
Hythe, Kent
01.2025 - Current
  • Consistently exceeded monthly and quarterly sales targets in competitive residential property market.
  • Secured listings through effective prospecting and comprehensive market appraisals.
  • Negotiated offers to maximise revenue for vendors and buyers alike.
  • Recognised as top performer regionally for sales and listings conversion.
  • Delivered exceptional client service, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in CRM systems and pipeline management processes.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations throughout all transactions.

Property Sales Negotiator

Countrywide
Dover and Canterbury, Kent
03.2023 - 12.2024
  • Achieved consistent surpassing of targets in company's Key Performance Indicators.
  • Coordinated viewings and open houses while cross-selling in-house services.
  • Established strong relationships with industry professionals to enhance networking opportunities.
  • Nominated for 'Rising Stars' course, accelerating progression towards future branch manager role
  • Shadowed mortgage advisors and engaged in customer appointments to enhance practical skills
  • Demonstrated eagerness to learn within corporate environment as the youngest team member in the region at the time
  • Developed key interpersonal and professional skills
  • Received awards for exceptional performance and contributions to overall success
  • Advised clients on pricing strategies and marketing techniques to enhance property visibility and appeal

Retail Assistant

Sainsbury's
Hythe
10.2021 - 05.2023
  • Achieved recognition from management for consistently high customer satisfaction ratings
  • Delivered exceptional in-store experiences through attentive customer service
  • Resolved customer complaints using proactive problem-solving techniques
  • Accurately processed stock deliveries, maintaining updated system records
  • Welcomed customers warmly, fostering positive interactions and enhancing loyalty
  • Offered advancement to management team at age 19, prioritised university education instead

Maintenance Gardener

Neighbour
Folkestone, Kent
05.2020 - 10.2021
  • Secured outdoor jobs by distributing fliers among neighbours for additional summer income
  • Executed 4-6 hour shifts, three to five days per week, for effective garden maintenance
  • Managed garden upkeep by controlling weed growth and preventing overgrowth
  • Trimmed grass to maintain high standards while ensuring trees remained healthy

Internship

Fulham Football Club
London
06.2019 - 07.2019
  • At the age of 16, I stepped outside of my comfort zone and travelled to Fulham Football Club's training ground in West London to learn important business skills such as social media, marketing, sales, first-team training, and youth mentoring development
  • I reached out to HR departments from various football clubs because I have a strong passion for football and wanted to embark on some work experience that would prove useful in the years to come
  • Spent a full working week shadowing different aspects of business behind the scenes of a Premier League football club
  • Participated in project meetings to brainstorm ideas, review progress, and establish future goals.
  • Developed individual and team skills by completing assigned tasks, contributing key ideas, and contributing to a group of experienced individuals

Education

A-Levels -

The Harvey Grammar School Sixth Form
Folkestone, Kent
09.2020 - 06.2022

GCSEs -

The Harvey Grammar School
Folkestone, Kent
09.2015 - 06.2020

Skills

  • Sales expertise
  • Property market knowledge
  • Effective communication
  • Mortgage product knowledge
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Negotiation skills
  • Adaptability
  • Goal-Oriented & Self-Motivated
  • Team collaboration
  • IT proficiency
  • Relationship management
  • Networking skills
  • Goal achievement
  • Time management
  • Resilience and tenacity
  • Research and prospecting strategies
  • Real estate law expertise

Affiliations

  • Football - Arsenal most importantly
  • Cooking & food culture
  • Travel & exploring new cities
  • Skiing
  • Padel
  • Reading business, leadership and personal growth books
  • Listening to podcasts
  • Sports

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Sales Executive

Wards of Kent, Arun Estates
01.2025 - Current

Property Sales Negotiator

Countrywide
03.2023 - 12.2024

Retail Assistant

Sainsbury's
10.2021 - 05.2023

A-Levels -

The Harvey Grammar School Sixth Form
09.2020 - 06.2022

Maintenance Gardener

Neighbour
05.2020 - 10.2021

Internship

Fulham Football Club
06.2019 - 07.2019

GCSEs -

The Harvey Grammar School
09.2015 - 06.2020

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