Branch Manager

About the role

Under the general direction of the Regional Manager, the Branch Manager performs a variety of management functions relating to the operation of our sales office that are important to the success of the company.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of office management, including recruitment, retention, and training of sales associates to build productivity.
• Supervise sales associates and support staff.
• Provide leadership for affiliated businesses and ensure strong fiscal management of the office profit and loss.
• Ensure compliance with Long & Foster Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain an efficient, profitable, and productive operation with a professional office atmosphere; assist associates with sales and performance-related problems.
• Actively promote affiliated company businesses to increase capture rate.
• Participate in community activities, local and state Board of Realtors to enhance the company’s public image.
• Perform other related duties of a comparable type as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field with advanced professional management training, or equivalent work experience and knowledge.
• Six or more years of demonstrated managerial and supervisory experience, with a minimum of three years in real estate.
• Prior supervisory or management experience, preferably in the location of the office.
• Extensive experience in handling real estate transactions, including knowledge of legal obligations under state and federal laws, Department of Commerce Rules & Regulations, Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the National Association of Realtors Code of Ethics.
• Must be a licensed Realtor and broker with continuing education credits in real estate and management.
• Must meet all continuing education requirements to maintain licensure.

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and leadership abilities; sound human-relational skills for recruiting, training, and managing performance.
• Conflict and change management skills.
• Effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Project management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple issues and projects concurrently.
• Strong organizational skills with a high degree of quality and detail orientation.
• High degree of integrity; knowledgeable of technical skills related to real estate; financial skills to manage the operational budget.
• Ability to work independently under extreme deadline pressure; resourceful and action-oriented.
• Ability to define and shape strategy while maintaining a strong tactical orientation to obtain results.

Pay

$68,000.00 - $70,000.00 annually; actual wage is based upon education and experience. Potential for formulary incentive plan based on financial results.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Life insurance.
• Paid Vacation (PTO).
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).