We are always keen to hear from brilliant people who'd like to work with us at Hobbs Parker
Would you like to join us?
Just send me an email telling me about you and why you’d love to join us.
This is exactly what James Johnson did in 2009 — James is still with us today and is now a Director and an experienced auctioneer, and has been instrumental in helping us triple the revenue of our car auction business during this time. You can see James’ email at the bottom of this page.
Car Auctions
Auction Administrator
Hobbs Parker is seeking an Auction Administrator to join our busy Car Auctions team on a full-time basis.
This role is ideal if you thrive working as part of a team with initiative and attention to detail.
We are looking for someone with strong literacy, numeracy skills whilst personable and highly organised with a proactive approach to their work.
Experience in tea making is essential.
In the first instance please email your CV to james.johnson@hobbsparker.co.uk
Estate Agents
Experienced Sales Negotiator
Hobbs Parker is seeking an experienced Sales Negotiator to join our busy Ashford office on a full-time basis.
This role is ideal for a motivated and knowledgeable property professional with several years’ experience in residential sales and a strong understanding of the local area. You will enjoy working with village and country homes and will play a key role in helping clients buy and sell some of the area’s most desirable properties.
We are looking for someone confident, personable, and highly organised, with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to their work.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior members of the business in a collaborative and supportive environment. You will be part of a well-established team of approximately 30 like-minded, highly experienced professionals who share a genuine enthusiasm for property and outstanding customer service.
The role is based on working hours of 9.00am to 5.30pm, with a limited Saturday working requirement.
In return, we offer the opportunity to join a respected and long-established business, with ongoing professional development and a positive, team-focused working environment.
In the first instance, please email your CV or expression of interest to Greg Wood at greg.wood@hobbsparker.co.uk.
Residential Lettings
Experienced Lettings Negotiator
We are looking for an experienced Lettings Negotiator to join our busy and established team based in Ashford.
This is a great opportunity for someone already working within residential lettings who is confident managing applicants, landlords & negotiations and who can quickly become a key part of the team from day one.
We deal with a wide range of quality properties across Kent, including some exceptional countryside homes and rural lettings, so an appreciation for high standards of service and presentation is important.
The position is predominantly based in our Ashford office, although occasional travel to other branches will be required.
This is a full-time role, working every other Saturday with a day off in lieu.
Competitive salary available for the right candidate. If you are an experienced negotiator, with a full driving license and use of a vehicle, looking to join a respected local firm with an excellent reputation and a strong portfolio of properties, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Drop Toby Rolfe an email if you are interested.
Property Consultants
Rural Surveyor
Are you ready to take the next step in your rural surveying career?
Hobbs Parker are a well-established multi-disciplinary firm of Chartered Surveyors, Planners, Auctioneers and Estate Agents based in Ashford, Kent. We operate one of the largest livestock markets in the South East, in addition to a successful car auction business and well-established local estate and letting agency. You will act as an ambassador for the firm, promoting its services when opportunities arise.
We are looking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic graduate or recently qualified surveyor to join our dynamic team of chartered surveyors based in Ashford, Kent. We are fortunate as a firm to undertake a variety of instructions and we’re keen to help you develop your career path through our varied workload.
The Role
You will get involved in all aspects of rural surveying and a diverse range of instructions and have the opportunity to develop your skills in:
- Valuation – you will primarily work alongside our valuation team assisting with the valuation of rural and agricultural property for a variety of purposes
- Agricultural tenancies – assisting with lease renewals, rent reviews and lettings.
- Compulsory purchase and compensation – assisting with works involving utilities and infrastructure schemes.
- Environmental schemes – advising clients on the latest environmental and grant schemes and assisting with applications.
- Planning – opportunities to work alongside our team of planning consultants
- Development- there may be opportunities to work alongside our successful development consultancy
- Renewables- there may be opportunities to assist with negotiations through to option and lease agreements
About You
You will be a graduate working towards your APC or a recently qualified surveyor (up to 2 years post qualification experience) with a passion for rural property and a drive to build client relationships and contribute towards the growth and success of the surveying team. A basic knowledge of farming is advantageous.
There is scope within the business to grow and develop your career for the longer term.
The role will involve travel and therefore a full driving licence and own vehicle is essential.
What we offer
- Competitive salary according to qualifications and experience
- Performance related bonus
- Travel reimbursement
- Professional memberships and subscriptions covered
- RICS and CPD support
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to Sam Snart, Manging Director sam.snart@hobbsparker.co.uk
Please do give us a call if you would like to find out more about the position before applying.
Are you fed up with being a small cog in a big machine? Come and enjoy the professional freedom to make a difference.
Auctioneers
We do not have any open roles at the moment
James Johnson's Email
James sent this email to us in 2009. James is still with us today and is now the Managing Director of Hobbs Parker Car Auctions and an experienced auctioneer.
We were not advertising any vacancies at the time but James was offered a job in less than a week.
Good afternoon Roger
I was told to contact you with my inquiry; I am 24 years old with an established sales background in Media and the Motor Trade. I have worked for the Kent Messenger since 2007 having previously joined Lipscomb Volvo as a Trainee Sales Consultant at 18 in 2003.
I am interested in exploring the possibility of a career working for a professional Auctioneers, I have a natural flair which lends itself well to my current sales position and very strong communication skills.
I am passionate about cars particularly classic cars which led me to make this enquiry, however seeing the vast portfolio of Hobbs Parker I would be interested in finding out more about every area.
Please find attached my current CV.
Please advise if you feel this is something I could pursue further with you.
Kind Regards