Hiring: Letting Negotiator

Location: Edinburgh (hybrid working- depending on business needs up to 2 days from home after completing full training)

Hours: Full-time, Monday - Friday (9:00-5:00)

Contract: Permanent

Start date: As soon as possible, however we will wait for the right candidate!

Who We Are

Umega Lettings and Estate Agents is an award-winning, forward-thinking property company with ambitious growth plans across the private residential lettings sector. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer experiences, building strong relationships, and doing things differently.

Our team is energetic, collaborative, and passionate about property - and we're looking for someone who shares that mindset.

The Role

We are now looking for a Letting Negotiator to join our fantastic lettings team. This is a fast-paced and varied role where you will take ownership of rental properties from valuation and onboarding through to marketing, negotiation, and securing tenants.

You'll work closely with landlords and applicants, helping maximise property performance and delivering an outstanding customer experience throughout the lettings journey.

This role will also provide exposure to other departments across the business. You'll collaborate with Property Management, Compliance, Finance, and our onboarding team, so strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Who We're Looking For

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Ideally with at least 1 year experience in lettings
• Proactive and solutions-focused
• Confident decision-maker who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Passionate about property and delivering exceptional service
• Strong awareness of the private residential lettings sector
• A natural relationship-builder who enjoys working with people
• Positive, driven, and motivated by achieving results

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Prepare rental valuations and advise landlords on pricing and marketing strategy
• Manage the marketing and performance of rental properties
• Arrange and conduct viewings with prospective tenant
• Match applicants to suitable properties and maximise letting opportunities
• Negotiate tenancy agreements between landlords and tenants
• Secure lets and minimise void periods
• Oversee applicant vetting, deposit collection, and handover to the referencing team
• Provide regular feedback and market insights to landlords
• Take ownership of properties while they are being marketed
• Identify opportunities to generate new business and landlord referrals
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure a smooth customer journey

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven administrative experience with strong organisational abilities
• Previous experience in property or lettings is highly desirable
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilitiesAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Target-driven with the ability to negotiate and close deals effectively
• Confident using systems and adapting to new processes
• Full UK driving licence is required - You're happy working both in the office and on the road, as much of your day will be spent visiting properties, carrying out valuations, taking marketing content and meeting applicants.

About You

You're confident, organised, and thrive in a busy environment. You enjoy taking ownership, juggling multiple priorities, and finding ways to improve performance and processes.

You genuinely care about achieving the best outcomes for landlords and tenants. Whether it's securing a strong rental figure, reducing a void period, or delivering excellent customer service, you take pride in getting the job done well.

The Team

You'll be supported by a team of coordinators who handle onboarding administration and tenant referencing, alongside experienced negotiators who are always available to collaborate and share expertise. While we value individual performance, we truly thrive as a team.

This role is ideal for motivated individuals eager to grow within the property sector.

You'll gain excellent exposure to the full lettings process and property management, with ongoing training, shadowing, and development opportunities to help you become an expert in the field.

Why Join Us?

You'll be joining a growing, award-winning company where your ideas are valued and your development is supported. This role offers real variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to build a long term career in lettings.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edinburgh (City of Edinburgh) with occasional property visits outside the city.

Pay: £24,840.00-£27,945.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edinburgh EH5 2DL