Royse Hylton
Stanford-Le-Hope,Essex
Summary
Proven entrepreneur and sales leader with extensive experience in launching successful businesses and driving client engagement. Skilled in high-value sales, project management, and strategic communication. Background in engineering, bringing a unique blend of technical and commercial expertise. Committed to delivering exceptional service and fostering strong client relationships.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Client Manager
The Urban Nest Real Estate Broker LLC
Dubai, UAE
10.2025 - Current
- Managed the full client journey from enquiry to completion, acting as the main point of contact and ensuring a high standard customer experience throughout.
- Built and maintained a structured sales pipeline, consistently progressing prospects through qualification, consultations/viewings, negotiation, and commitment stages.
- Generated new business through proactive outreach, database reactivation, and referral driven relationship building to create a steady flow of qualified leads.
- Qualified tenants quickly and accurately (budget, timeline, criteria, motivation), matching them to suitable units and improving conversion efficiency.
- Delivered persuasive property presentations and handled objections confidently to move clients from interest to offer.
- Negotiated terms and managed stakeholder expectations to secure agreements while maintaining strong relationships.
- Coordinated next steps and documentation with internal teams and external parties to keep transactions moving and minimise delays.
- Maintained accurate CRM records, follow-up tasks, and pipeline reporting to support forecasting, performance tracking, and clean handovers.
- Developed strong market knowledge (pricing, demand, comparables) to advise clients credibly and position stock effectively.
- Protected brand reputation through fast response times, professional communication, and effective resolution of client needs.
Prototype Vehicle Engineer
Ford Motor Company
Dunton
07.2019 - Current
- Managed the end-to-end build and commissioning of over 30 advanced EV test boards used across Ford’s electrification R&D teams.
- Performed detailed tear-downs of more than 100 high-voltage battery packs, identifying critical failure points, and contributing to safety and engineering improvements.
- Trained and mentored five apprentices annually, supporting their technical development and workplace integration.
- Trusted to lead technical investigations involving confidential vehicle platforms and early-phase technologies.
- Contributed to the development of complex EV battery diagnostic systems used in multi-million-pound prototype programmes, enabling accelerated fault analysis, and performance improvements.
Founder and Sales Director
BoltVaultUK
07.2024 - 01.2026
- Launched a residential solar business that successfully converted leads into sales through effective communication, customer engagement, and relationship building.
- Closed a high percentage of qualified leads by understanding client needs and delivering tailored presentations.
- Coordinated installations of solar systems, ensuring projects met timelines and exceeded expectations through strong organisation.
- Led the training and onboarding of new team members, aligning their performance with company standards and client expectations.
- Assisted in developing and implementing sales strategies that increased client engagement and satisfaction.
- Built and maintained relationships with suppliers, and clients to ensure seamless project execution.
- Conducted thorough research to understand market trends and customer needs.
- Collaborated with a team to improve operational processes and service delivery.
- Achieved a 100 per cent 5-star review rate across customer platforms through consistent service and aftercare.
Retail Sales Associate
Foot Locker
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Met sales targets through proactive promotion and excellent customer service.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Handled customer complaints with professionalism, working towards fair and swift resolutions.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve targets and contribute to a positive working environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Management and Business
Coventry University
Coventry01-2027
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma - Manufacturing Engineering
BTEC Level 2 Diploma - Manufacturing Engineering
NVQ Level 3 - Manufacturing Engineering
NVQ Level 2 - Manufacturing Engineering
GCSEs - Maths, English Language, English Literature, Business, ICT, Physics, Biology, Chemistry
Skills
- High Value Sales and Negotiation
- Client Relationship Management
- Project Leadership and Execution
- CRM and Sales Pipeline Management
- Entrepreneurship and Business Growth
- Energy and Sustainability Expertise
- Strategic Communication
- Supplier and Stakeholder Management
- Commercial Operations
- Presentation and closing skills
- Customer Service
- Team Collaboration
- Problem Solving
Hobbies and Interests
- Luxury Cars and Engineering – Lifelong passion for high-performance vehicles and technical design, aligning with the aspirational lifestyle of Dubai’s property market
- Boxing and Personal Discipline – Practising boxing for over 5 years, developing resilience, focus, and strategic thinking under pressure
- Property and Architecture – Deep personal interest in high-end residential spaces, modern interiors, and global real estate trends
- Entrepreneurship – Committed to building ventures that combine service excellence, sustainability, and long-term value
- Fatherhood and Purpose – Inspired by the responsibility of raising my daughter, which drives my commitment to excellence and personal growth
- Travel and Culture – Drawn to the ambition and luxury of Dubai, with a passion for global cultures and networking across diverse communities
Timeline
Client Manager
The Urban Nest Real Estate Broker LLC
10.2025 - Current
Founder and Sales Director
BoltVaultUK
07.2024 - 01.2026
Prototype Vehicle Engineer
Ford Motor Company
07.2019 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Foot Locker
10.2018 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Management and Business
Coventry University