Sales Negotiator & Progressor

Maternity Cover - With a View to Permanent Employment

Derby | Cope & Co.

At Cope & Co., we believe moving home should feel exciting, not overwhelming. Built on Compassion, Commitment and Collaboration, we’re proud to be a people-first estate agency with a strong local reputation and big ambitions.

We’re now looking for a Sales Negotiator & Progressor to join our friendly, driven team on a maternity cover basis, with a genuine opportunity for permanent employment for the right person.

The Role

This is a varied, hands-on position that sits at the heart of our sales operation. You’ll be responsible for both negotiating offers and progressing sales through to completion, ensuring an exceptional experience for buyers and sellers alike.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Negotiating offers and agreeing sales
  • Proactively progressing sales from offer agreed to completion
  • Liaising with buyers, sellers, solicitors, mortgage advisors and other agents
  • Providing regular, clear updates to all parties
  • Managing fall-through risks and resolving issues calmly and professionally
  • Supporting viewings and general sales administration where required

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

  • Experienced in residential estate agency sales and/or sales progression
  • Highly organised with excellent communication skills
  • Proactive, resilient and solutions-focused
  • Confident managing multiple sales at different stages
  • Passionate about delivering great customer service
  • A team player who takes pride in their work

Experience as a Sales Negotiator, Sales Progressor, or in a similar estate agency role is highly desirable.

What We Offer

  • A supportive, close-knit team environment
  • A well-established local brand with a strong pipeline
  • Real opportunity for a permanent role beyond maternity cover
  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
  • Ongoing support, structure and clear expectations

Why Cope & Co.?

We’re not a corporate conveyor belt. We care deeply about our clients, our team, and doing things the right way. If you want to work somewhere your contribution genuinely matters—and where your role could grow long-term—we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV with a brief covering note explaining why you’d be a great fit for Cope & Co.

Pay: £25,500.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Company pension
  • On-site parking

Work Location: In person