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7 August 2024

What’s the JOB?

Lettings Consultant Apprentice

WHO is it with?

SevenLiving

WHERE?

Hagley Road, Birmingham, B16 8PE (will be required to travel)

WHAT does it pay?

£7 per hour (40 hours)

WHAT are the HOURS?

Monday to Friday 8.30/9am-5.30pm (occasional Saturdays)

What Qualification will I GAIN?

Housing Property Management Level 3

How LONG will it TAKE me?

18 months

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

  • WORK Full Time, PAID Full Time
  • 1-2-1 Monthly Sessions (via Teams) with your dedicated Tutor (NO college!) to study KEY MODULES:

o   Decision making & collaborative working

o   Housing legislation

o   Tenancy types

o   Project management

o   Organisation & range of services

o   Assets

  • 6 hours a week Apprenticeship Study Time, to focus on:

o   Assignments, training & development activities

o   Hours are agreed with your manager, either split across the week, or on a set day

  • Regular PROGRESS Reviews with your Tutor & Manager – you will ALWAYS know how you are doing
  • Final Assessment(s) inc. multiple choice tests, projects & presentations –  with full support from CT Skills!

So, WHO are SevenLiving?

SevenLiving have been trading since 2019 and were born as a result of the founders seeing a niche in the market for both effective property management and maintenance, and the growing short term or “Air BNB” marketplace which provide a welcomed new income stream for new investors.

They have a portfolio of more than 500 properties (and growing!), and a mixture of private investors, funds, and larger corporate landlords. They’re a streamlined, prop-tech led business who aim to compete with some of the most successful brands in the business.

For more information, visit https://sevenliving.com/

WHAT’S in it for ME?

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join for a relaxed, vibrant company that’s owned by a property developer so you will be able to see and visit some prestigious developments. You will be within the Lettings Team and contribute to the growth and development of the department. The portfolio is spread across the UK with most of the properties being situated within Birmingham, Worcestershire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire so ability to travel is preferred. The Lettings team form part of our exciting new start-up business which also includes the fast-growing market of Short-Term Lettings. This role will work solely with Assured Shorthold Tenancies. Exceptional customer service together with efficiency to help and expand the department.

DAY to DAY, you will….

  • Assist customers getting ready to move into their new homes
  • Updating customer database
  • Managing email enquiries
  • Deal with enquiries, qualification, appointment booking, new offers, referencing and tenancy move ins.
  • Assist wider team where needed
  • Accompanying customers and colleagues on appointments and viewings

WHAT Skills do I NEED?

Apprenticeships are very demanding; you’re working towards a qualification whilst working full time! You’ll need to be committed and motivated as there is lots of self-guided work involved. PLUS, you need GOOD …

  • Efficiency
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Team working
  • Administrative
  • Attention to detail

ANYTHING ELSE?

  • GCSE or equivalent English and Maths grade 4/C or above
  • UK Residency (MUST have lived in the UK for 3 years+)
  • Some office/admin experience
  • Driving License (Preferred)

What AFTER the Apprenticeship?

You could progress into Lettings officer (with an increase in salary!) or consider other options, just take a look;  https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeship-courses/housing/

INTERESTED? Before you apply, ASK yourself?

  • Are you happy with the role, company, and qualification?
  • Can you commit to the timeframe?
  • Have you considered how you will travel to the location & the time this will take?
  • Do you meet the eligibility criteria? (GCSE Maths & English 4 or above & UK Residency)
  • Can you start immediately, or do you have other commitments such as education or work?
  • Is your CV up to date and relevant? If not, use this: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Candidate-CV-Advice-Template-1.docx

What NEXT?

If successful, you’ll receive a call from our Recruitment Team, be asked to write a supporting statement (this will be added to your CV) and complete an English and Maths assessment.

Work Level
Level 3
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary
£7 per hour
Company
SevenLiving
Apprenticeship Course
Housing & Property Management Level 3
Duration
18 months
CT Skills
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Industry
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Location
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