suit you?
This quiz, based on the Holland Codes (RIASEC), was produced for Excelia by the human resources consultancy RessourcesH, in partnership with GBF Conseil, an educational and vocational guidance consultancy. Its purpose is to provide High School pupils and other students with an insight into the management professions that match their profile.
Real Estate Agent
Real Estate Advisor, Sales Advisor
A Real Estate Agent is a salesperson who acts as an intermediary between a seller and a buyer of real estate. Self-employed or employed by an agency, they are often out in the field visiting properties or showing them to prospective clients. Thanks to their knowledge of buildings, they are able to assess the potential of a property and identify the most relevant selling points.
It is a profession that allows both flexibility and autonomy, especially when self-employed.They search for properties for sale or rent and negotiate the sale/rental terms.
Tasks
They search for properties for sale or rent and negotiate the sale/rental terms.
They value properties (houses, flats, offices etc.) and search for clients.
They draft property adverts, that are published in the press or displayed in the agency, to highlight the potential of a property.
They negotiate with buyers and process purchase offers, and deal with rental applications from prospective tenants.
They organise visits of flats and houses and provide information about the property.
Required skills
- Rigour
- Persuasiveness
- Interpersonal skills
- Technical skills
What you need to learn/master
- Knowledge of construction techniques
- Construction law
- Negotiation techniques
- Marketing
- Management
Career opportunities and progression
- Real Estate Negotiator
- They can also manage an agency or even start their own business
Qualification requirements
3 years of post-High School education
Excelia schools
Salary
€28,000 - €60,000 depending on the region, status (employed or entrepreneur) and experience
Average salary: €36,000