At Berrys, we are all about land and property. Working from four offices across the Midlands, we offer an array of services - planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy - to help our clients make the most of their assets.
You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team made up of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. You will be part of a business which is big enough for a varied range of work and opportunities. However, it is small enough to provide autonomy and a chance to really get to know everyone – expanding your skills and building new connections.
We are seeking a driven and entrepreneurial Commercial Property Agent to lead and grow our presence in the Kettering market. This is an opportunity for someone who thrives on autonomy, knows how to generate business and is motivated by the challenge of elevating a brand’s commercial offer in a competitive region.
You’ll inherit an established book of work with active instructions, ongoing client relationships and immediate fee‑earning potential. The real ambition of this role is forward‑looking expanding our footprint, strengthening our reputation and securing higher‑value commercial real estate opportunities across the Kettering and wider Northamptonshire area.
Commercial Property Agent – Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and develop an existing portfolio of commercial instructions across retail, office, industrial and mixed‑use assets.
- Proactively generate new business through networking, prospecting and building strong local relationships.
- Lead valuations, disposals, acquisitions, lettings and lease advisory work with minimal supervision.
- Identify opportunities to grow our market share and position the firm as the go‑to commercial agency in Kettering.
- Drive engagement with higher‑value assets and more complex transactions, raising the overall calibre of our commercial offer.
- Provide high‑quality advice to landlords, tenants, investors and developers.
- Maintain accurate records, reporting and pipeline management to support business growth.
- Represent the firm professionally at client meetings, viewings and local business events
Commercial Property Agent – Person Specification:
- A self‑starter who enjoys working independently and takes ownership of outcomes.
- Proven experience in commercial property agency, ideally within the East Midlands or similar markets.
- Strong business development instincts with a track record of winning instructions.
- Confident in managing clients, negotiations and transactions without close supervision.
- Commercially astute, ambitious and motivated by the opportunity to shape and grow a local market presence.
- Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
- RICS qualification is essential.
- Driving Licence is required and must have access to a vehicle.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly Monday-Friday in line with our Agile Working Philosophy.
Commercial Property Agent - Benefits:
The role sits within a friendly and supportive team with opportunities to develop.
- We will offer an excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience
- We will pay all the appropriate professional memberships and fund your attendance at relevant CPD events and time off for approved training
- We provide Private Healthcare scheme for all via BUPA
- We have an Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab
- We have an Agile Working Philosophy allowing for a mix of remote and office working
- We provide an entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays
- An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday
- We give an additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service
- There is potential for discretionary bonus
- We provide an enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST)
- Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services
- We offer salary sacrifice schemes for Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work schemes
Closing Date: 6th August 2026
- Please note that we may close this role early, if sufficient applications are received, therefore it is recommended to apply early if you match the criteria.
