Rasheed Knight
London,ENG
Summary
Highly skilled professional with extensive expertise in contract preparation, sales negotiation, and property valuation, complemented by a strong understanding of legal compliance and regulatory frameworks. Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in debt financing, deal structuring, and risk assessment, alongside advanced capabilities in financial statement analysis, cash flow forecasting, and investment appraisal. Adept at building trust with clients through effective communication and meticulous precision while excelling in decision-making within fast-paced environments. Proven leadership in managing project teams and driving business development initiatives with resilience under pressure. Career focus includes leveraging commercial analysis and data-driven insights to optimise transaction management and foster sustainable growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
31
31
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Business Manager
one click cars
London, london
06.2024 - Current
- Resolved conflicts amongst staff, promoting harmonious work environment.
- Ensured compliance with regulations by conducting routine audits on operations procedures and processes.
- Brought about improved employee engagement through regular feedback sessions and reward schemes.
- Streamlined business operations to improve efficiency.
- Enhanced productivity by implementing new workflow systems.
- Led project teams, resulting in timely completion of tasks.
- Managed budget forecasts to ensure financial stability.
- Conducted performance reviews to identify areas of improvement.
- Facilitated team building workshops, boosting overall morale.
- Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
- Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
- Streamlined processes to improve and optimise office operations.
Used car sales executive
big motoring world
London, greater London
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Crafted compelling pitches for securing high-value deals with clients.
- Established strong relationships with key industry players to expand business reach.
- Identified new business opportunities that enhanced growth potential of the business.
- Championed cross-selling initiatives to maximise sales volume and profit margins.
- Liaised with finance team to offer flexible payment options for clients.
- Increased sales opportunities through proactive follow-up calls and emails.
- Participated in promotional events to boost dealership visibility in local area.
- Negotiated fair deals to meet both customer expectations and company targets.
- Achieved customer satisfaction by providing detailed information on used cars.
- Improved showroom presentation by arranging vehicles strategically.
- Conducted thorough inspections of used cars for accurate valuation.
- Maintained knowledge of industry trends to provide accurate pricing information.
- Offered tailored advice on car maintenance leading to up-selling opportunities.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering goodwill and trust.
- Used persuasive selling techniques resulting in increased profit margins.
- Coordinated with marketing team to advertise used car inventory effectively.
- Adapted communication style according to customer preferences, enhancing rapport building process.
- Completed paperwork accurately for seamless transition of vehicle ownership.
- Facilitated test drives securely, ensuring potential buyers understand vehicle capabilities.
- Collaborated with service department to ensure vehicle quality before sale.
- Assisted customers with the car buying process, ensuring a smooth transaction.
- Kept abreast of legal changes affecting the used car market, reducing risk of non-compliance.
- Built strong relationships with clients for repeat business.
- Streamlined internal processes for better efficiency during high-traffic periods.
- Demonstrated vehicle features, using approved presentation methods to showcase add-on products.
- Met sales targets consistently to drive revenue.
- Identified customer needs and desires to proactively promote suitable vehicles and benefits.
- Qualified customers based on needs, desires and budget to guide selling and marketing strategies.
- Promoted vehicle sales using proven selling tactics and strategies.
- Finalised sales administration accurately and promptly to meet company standards.
- Provided post-sales services to offer follow-up support and collect customer feedback.
- Personalised customer service and tailored selling strategies to different customer types.
- Maximised opportunities by prospecting customers with genuine enthusiasm and outstanding customer service.
letting negotiator
oaks estate agents
London, surrey
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Utilised knowledge of local market trends to advise clients accurately on rental prices.
- Managed client relationships, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of housing regulations to provide accurate advice to clients.
- Evaluated prospective tenants' applications to confirm reliability and creditworthiness.
- Negotiated rental agreements, securing favourable terms for both parties involved.
- Built strong relationships with landlords to ensure smooth letting process.
- Conducted viewings for potential tenants leading to increased property lettings.
- Streamlined administrative processes for efficiency in contract signings and renewals.
- Answered phone calls and emails, responding to prospects questions quickly and clearly.
- Processed deposit refunds.
- Set appointment times for individuals to tour facilities and see available units.
- Marketed property to local businesses through collateral, emails and phone calls.
- Collected, completed and processed lease applications.
- Created and submitted daily reports on leasing activities.
- Performed background checks on all apartment applicants.
- Kept accurate records of all resident and tenant correspondence.
- Escalated any major issues to Property Manager for immediate remediation.
- Attended staff meetings and took extensive notes to share with property manager.
- Generated and implemented resident activities and identified problem vacancies.
- Validated rental eligibility by using established company verification process
- Managed customer relationships to achieve high satisfaction rate.
- Managed multiple rental properties with outstanding planning and organisation.
- Used proven sales and negotiation abilities to achieve optimal sale and rental prices.
- Drafted leasing and sale agreements for tenant signing.
- Oversaw transfer of property rights to meet strict deadlines.
Education
GCSEs - History
Evelyn Grace Academy
London 09.2011 - 07.2016
GCSEs - Math
Evelyn Grace Academy
London 09.2011 - 07.2016
GCSEs - Double Science
Evelyn Grace Academy
London 09.2011 - 07.2016
GCSEs - Music
Evelyn Grace Academy
London 09.2011 - 07.2016
GCSEs - English language
Evelyn grace academy
London 09.2011 - 07.2016
GCSEs - English literature
Evelyn grace academy
London 09.2011 - 07.2016
access to higher education - Social Science
Coulsdon College
London 09.2019 - 05.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Applied Law
Coulsdon College
London 09.2016 - 09.2017
Skills
- Sales negotiation
- Legal compliance understanding
- Deal structuring
- Risk assessment
- Negotiation tactics
- Thorough due diligence
- Effective communication
- Adapting to changing markets
- Resilience under pressure
- Decision-Making in fast-paced situations
- Building trust with clients
- Compliance
- Transaction management
- Data handling
- Client management
- Regulatory compliance
- Communication skills
- Presentation skills
- Time management
- Decision-Making
- Debt structuring
- Mathematics
Affiliations
- football
- gym
- progress
Timeline
Business Manager
one click cars
06.2024 - Current
Used car sales executive
big motoring world
02.2023 - 06.2024
letting negotiator
oaks estate agents
05.2022 - 02.2023
access to higher education - Social Science
Coulsdon College
09.2019 - 05.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Applied Law
Coulsdon College
09.2016 - 09.2017
GCSEs - History
Evelyn Grace Academy
09.2011 - 07.2016
GCSEs - Math
Evelyn Grace Academy
09.2011 - 07.2016
GCSEs - Double Science
Evelyn Grace Academy
09.2011 - 07.2016
GCSEs - Music
Evelyn Grace Academy
09.2011 - 07.2016
GCSEs - English language
Evelyn grace academy
09.2011 - 07.2016
GCSEs - English literature
Evelyn grace academy
09.2011 - 07.2016
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