Head of Islington Sales at Knight Frank in London, England, GB

Who are we

Founded in 1896, Knight Frank was registered as Knight Frank LLP a Limited Liability Partnership, on 3 November 2003, registered in England & Wales at 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8AN with the registered number of OC305934. Headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies. We work responsibly in partnership to enhance people's lives and environments in over 50 Markets, 600+ Offices, 20,000+ People, 1 Global Network.

At the heart of all we do are our Clients. A relationship built on trust is vital. As trusted partners in property, we act with integrity and care, understanding our clients’ unique needs and consistently thinking about the bigger picture to provide personalised, clear and considered advice across all areas of property. Through our deep understanding of key markets and sectors – both emerging and established – we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding their property goals.

A true partnership is a balanced one, and our People are passionate about, and committed to, making our business inclusive and diverse. We give every individual the space and opportunity to perform at their best and be recognised for the immense value they bring. We empower everyone to have autonomy in their role and encourage them to use their voice in how we can make a positive impact as a firm and shape the future of real estate, the built environment and the impact on the communities we serve. Our collaborative and engaged teams provide excellent and dedicated client service. In our workplace, opinions are respected, everyone is invited to contribute to the success of our business and innovation, and new ideas are celebrated.

In 2021 we celebrated our 125th anniversary and set out Our Desired Future, cemented in three pillars: People Potential, Client Centricity and always Creating our Future, together. Learn more about what sets us apart here.

About The Role

Our London Sales business is looking to hire an exceptional Head of Office to lead our high achieving Islington office location on Upper Street, N1.

As Head of Office, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight, driving performance and maintaining Knight Frank’s reputation for excellence. Your responsibilities will include:

• Securing high-value instructions to achieve business targets.
• Leading, inspiring, and mentoring a team of top-performing agents.
• Maintaining a strong market presence to drive client engagement and growth.
• Developing and implementing business strategies in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Building and nurturing client relationships with discretion and expertise.
• Ensuring best practices across all operational and administrative functions.

We’re looking for a motivated, high-performing individual with:

• 5+ years’ experience in a Sales Manager or Office Head role.
• Deep knowledge of the Islington and North London markets.
• A proven track record in leading successful market appraisals and sales businesses.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to foster a culture of excellence and collaboration.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a thriving office, leveraging Knight Frank’s exceptional brand, resources, and network. If you’re ready to take on a leadership role and make a significant impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Find out more about our Islington office/team here.

Competitive salary

Please note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies.