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We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Crest Nicholson Midlands Division are now looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Sales Administrator to effectively carry out all sales related administration and to respond to general and development sales enquiries both by telephone, email and in writing.
The administration functions shall include, but not be limited to, the processing of the sales data using business unit and Crest Nicholson reporting systems, the production of reports from these systems and the adherence to company protocols with regard to operation of these systems. It shall also include the maintenance of filing records for sales data in accordance with company procedures.
You will be responsible to provide support for the Sales Managers for site set up and Sales Director. Also, to maintain accurate order log of sales related orders for the purposes of order no. provision and control.
The successful candidate will ensure that sales related information is distributed within the business to other departments as required by them. And act as a point of contact for the distribution of information to Sales Executives from the business unit offices.
The Role:
- Ensure that all development details entered into the system are accurate for the purposes of sales and marketing.
- Maintain records of all customers including additional marketing information as required and available.
- Record details of all sales including selling prices, customer extras orders, contract exchange and legal completion deadlines.
- Produce weekly, monthly and other ad hoc reports required by the business unit management in accordance with the time scales required for these reports.
- To maintain digital back-up and hard copy records of information as required by the business unit and company procedures.
- Co-ordinate the distribution of information between the Sales & Marketing department and other departmental functions within the business unit
- Provide information for weekly head office reports as required.
- To produce timely and accurate Completion Statements for the legal and finance functions.
- Co-ordinate the provision of adequate quantities of sales support materials for each development, such as items brochures, price lists, stationery and uniforms.
- Support to the Sales Managers and Sales & Marketing Director in the setting up of each new development, including telephone lines and IT equipment.
- To raise orders for Sales and Marketing department as required.
- Fulfil brochure requests within 24 hours of receipt.
- Ensure that price lists are kept up to date and issued to site on a weekly basis.
- Induction for new starts including ordering uniform, IT etc.
- General support for the wider Sales Team.
What are we looking for in a successful candidate?
- Previous Administration experience, ideally with a Housebuilder/Construction business
- Strong experience in using I.T. based administration systems
- Working in a time critical environment
- Good organisation skills and numeracy
- Excellent level of IT skills and telephone
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong interpersonal/motivational skills
- Full UK driving license
The Company
Our people are at the heart of our business, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and recognise that everyone has different needs outside of work too. That’s why, wherever possible, we’ll consider flexible working requests across every role, helping you find the right balance between work and life.
We're passionate about creating a culture built on collaboration, openness and continuous development, where your contributions are recognised, your career can grow, and you can make a real impact.
At Crest Nicholson, we care about you as an individual, not just the role you do, and we’re committed to supporting every part of your life — from your wellbeing and financial security to your lifestyle and career. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed with you in mind. This includes:
- Competitive salary
- Annual company bonus scheme
- Private pension
- Private healthcare and healthcare cash plan options
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Share Plans
- Gym membership discounts
As part of the recruitment process, we'll ask you to provide some personal information so we can process your application. To find out more about how we collect, use and protect your data, please see our Recruitment Privacy Policy on the Crest Nicholson website.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Skills Required
- Previous administration experience
- Previous experience in a housebuilding or construction business
- Strong experience using IT-based administration systems
- Experience working in a time-critical environment
- Good organizational skills and numeracy
- Excellent IT skills
- Excellent telephone skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong interpersonal and motivational skills
- Full UK driving licence
What We Do
Crest Nicholson is a UK residential housebuilder and property developer. The company acquires land, secures planning permission, and designs, builds, and sells primarily private new homes, with some affordable housing. Operating mainly across southern England and the Midlands through regional divisions, it focuses on creating attractive, energy-efficient homes and sustainable communities while addressing environmental impacts and supporting customers and local communities.
