Meet Jessica, one of three fully-qualified auctioneers in the team who can regularly be seen on the rostrum presiding over a sale. Her route to her current role came via an apprenticeship within the finance and mortgage sector which took her to an estate agency. She particularly loves the diversity of her role and helping her clients. When she’s not at work you will probably find her travelling the world or at the gym!

What is your role and what does it entail?

My role as an auction valuer is to work closely with other offices and managers, so we can provide advice on how an auction sale could be the best route for clients depending on their circumstances.

What did you do before this job?

I began my journey with Sheldon Bosley Knight as a residential sales negotiator before advancing to a valuer. Before this I worked with another local estate agent as a sales negotiator for nearly two years.

How did you get into the property industry and how long have you worked within it?

I started an apprenticeship within the finance and mortgage sector back in 2016 for roughly four years, which led me into the property world. I then joined an estate agency and I have never looked back.  

What attracted you to working for SBK?

The diversity and having multiple departments all in house, which I have learnt a lot from.

What’s the best bit about your job?

Working alongside a great team, understanding clients’ needs and being able to support and assist them.

What qualifications or training do you need to do this job?

To have Level 3 in Real Property Auctioneering qualification and previous experience being a sales valuer.

What motivates you to work hard?

My ambition is to advance my career and to keep challenging myself.  

Who or what inspires you?

Building long lasting relationships and further bolstering my knowledge.

What are your career goals?

To run my own department and become a director.

What do you do when you are not at work? Hobbies, sport, family etc

I enjoy traveling, snorkelling and scuba diving and going to the gym. I also love my fluffy cat Freya.

What is the best piece of career advice you have ever been given

Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life.