Estate Agent
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Location: Durbanville, Cape Town Northern Suburbs
Remuneration: Negotiable packages
1. About the Opportunity Our company is a newly established residential property agency based in Durbanville. We are looking for a motivated, qualified junior property practitioner who wants to grow with a young company from the ground up. The successful candidate will receive hands-on mentorship from the principal, access to company-generated leads and marketing support, and a fair, transparent commission structure that rewards them for building their own book. This role suits someone early in their career who wants more personal attention, visibility, and upside than they would get at a large franchise.
2. Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable)
Valid Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC) issued by the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA), or eligibility to have it issued under the new agency (the company covers the FFC cost; see Section 6). NQF Level 4 Further Education and Training Certificate: Real Estate (completed). PDE 4 (Professional Designation Examination) passed, i.e. full-status practitioner. Up-to-date with PPRA Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements. Matric (Grade 12). Clear criminal record (required for FFC). Valid South African drivers license and own reliable vehicle. Smartphone and laptop. Fluent in English; Afrikaans strongly preferred given the local market.
3. Preferred Experience & Attributes
13 years experience in residential sales (or rentals with a desire to move into sales). Knowledge of Durbanville and surrounding suburbs Familiarity with property portals and CRM systems (e.g. Property24, Private Property, Entegral/Propcon or similar). Working understanding of FICA and POPIA obligations in property transactions. Self-driven, entrepreneurial mindset; comfortable canvassing and prospecting. Strong social media presence or willingness to build one. Excellent communication, negotiation and follow-up skills. Weekend availability for show days (with time off in lieu during the week).
4. Key Responsibilities
Listings & Prospecting
Actively canvass the Durbanville area to secure sole and open mandates. Build and maintain a personal database of buyers, sellers and referral partners. Conduct Comparative Market Analyses (CMAs) and present valuations to sellers.
Sales & Transactions
Market listed properties (portals, social media, signage, show days). Host show days and private viewings. Qualify buyers and liaise with bond originators. Draft and present Offers to Purchase using approved agency documentation. Manage transactions from offer through to registration, liaising with conveyancers, bond originators and compliance certificate prov
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