What were you doing before Dexters and how did you join us?

I was 19 years old and had decided my university course was not for me and wanted to do something different. I was recommended to Dexters by a friend who was working for the company at the time, soon after I started life as a New Consultant!

What is your favourite thing about your role?

I love having the opportunity to see lots of different properties and meet a lot of interesting people in Richmond. I love meeting new landlords and hearing all about their stories. I also love the team, it's always busy, energetic and there never seems to be a dull moment.

What makes Dexters different?

The opportunities and room for progression and the people!

What’s the most exciting thing about your role?

When the office is busy, we have lots of offers we are working with and a Landlord has just dropped in a set of keys for a new property.

Where did you start and where are you now?

I started with Dexters as a Viewing Assistant on weekends whilst I was at University. Once I finished University, I took interest in the industry from my weekend experience, which led me to join as a New Consultant, and here I am now as Lettings Manager running my own office.

What advice would you give to somebody looking to get into the industry?

There is something for everyone in this exciting industry, whether its Consultants, Managers, Coordinators or support roles, the list goes on. For me there isn't a better agent out there than Dexters to join. There are so many opportunities, the company continues to grow and offers the ability to earn very well.

What makes Dexters different?

Dexters are a different ball game. The people, culture, quick career progression, diversity of roles and most importantly high earning potential.

What’s the most exciting thing about your role?

Each day is different and this keeps things interesting. The feeling of satisfaction I get in helping others find a home. Hearing the feedback from Landlords and tenants praising us through Google Reviews and most importantly the positive work environment in our office is what keeps me going.

What were you doing before Dexters and how did you join us?

Before I joined Dexters, I was living on the Isle Of Wight. I had always dreamed of living in London and selling homes in prime Central London but I wasn't quite sure how I was going to get there. I was working for an opticians and luckily I had the opportunity to transfer to an office in London to get me on my feet. I used to walk past a Dexters office every morning on my way to work and I admired how hard working, well presented and how excited all of the teams looked to be there everyday, so I knew that this was the company that I wanted to work for. Eventually, I popped in and asked the manager if he was hiring. I had my interview the following day and then I started as a New Consultant four weeks later, the rest is history!

What is your favourite thing about your role?

I love dealing with people. It brings me so much joy to be able to find somebody their dream home and watch everything come to life. I also love being able to share my knowledge and experience with my team and helping them progress.

What advice would you give to somebody looking to get into the industry?

I would say be authentic. I think the best estate agents out there are just unapologetically themselves and that really shines through when they are dealing with people.

What’s the most exciting thing about your role?

Seeing new properties every day and hearing people's stories. There is something about walking into a home for a valuation or carrying out viewings with a buyer, and walking away knowing exactly what their motivation is, what they would like to achieve and knowing that you can help them execute that goal.

What were you doing before Dexters and how did you join us?

Before joining Dexters I initially started my career in the military, serving for 6 years on multiple operations around the globe before moving into instructing leadership. Upon leaving the military I completed a few degree studies before moving into management/development roles within the sporting sector and then switching to the education and training sector and coming across the world of modern apprenticeships, and I’ve never looked back! I joined the coaching and development team at Dexters as the Qualifications Manager and over the last year, have progressed into the role of Director of Qualifications, overseeing the qualification provision for our Dexters Academy.

What makes Dexters different?

The endless opportunities and investment in every colleague that joins the business. The support that is offered is outstanding and you feel valued and considered throughout every step of your journey.

Have you done any qualifications with us?

From a non-industry background, I have had a steep (yet enjoyable!) learning curve to date. I have completed the Property Mark qualification and also completed a Lead Internal Quality Assurer qualification and will also be looking for my next challenge very soon. Qualifications are invaluable - particularly within this industry and I am proud to be part of a business that offers such diverse, wider reaching and career developing qualifications, at every stage of your career.

What’s the most exciting thing about your role?

The growth and future of the Dexters Academy, seeing the Academy expand and develop – allowing more and more colleagues to gain industry accredited qualifications.

What were you doing before Dexters and how did you join us?

Life before Dexters - I was a full time Mum to my son Max. I wanted a local job so I could be near to him when he started school, and an advertisement came up in my local paper (old school recruitment) for an administrator in Twickenham, and the rest is history.

What is your favourite thing about your role?

Throughout my years with Dexters I can honestly say every day is different and brings a new challenge. It gives me immense pleasure to see the many colleagues I have worked with develop in their roles, passing on my knowledge and experience, supporting them to excel to future promotions.

What advice would you give to somebody looking to get into the industry?

If you are looking to spend your career somewhere, I can certainly vouch for that! With great development prospects, if you show dedication, work hard and commit to training, you can move up the ladder in no time.

What’s the most exciting thing about your role?

The pace, the unexpected challenges that come with running a fleet of 300 vehicles and working with a great team, to resolve the everyday challenges head on.

Where did you start and where are you now?

I started in Ealing as a consultant which I enjoyed very much working in a large area and a very competitive market. At that time I lived in West Kensington so after nine months I was promoted to senior consultant and moved closer to home by joining the West Kensington office. I have been based in this office ever since which is a fantastic location to be in, located on the border of zone 1. I have had the opportunity to work with some great people and been able to progress to where I am now as a Board Director.

What is your favourite thing about your role?

There are many different things I enjoy about my role from managing and developing my team, moving their careers forward and rewarding them with promotions from their hard work. You get to meet so many different people in this role from all parts of the world and occasionally a few celebs! I also love the fact that we are not capped on our earnings and the more we sell the more we can earn which is a great motivator.

What makes Dexters different?

Dexters want you to do well, they are happy to progress your career quickly and you are well rewarded.

Where is your favourite place in London?

I have recently moved so in my spare time I love to walk around the parks. My favourite place would have to be Hyde Park and Holland Park as you can spend hours walking around and enjoying the fresh air.