With 12 offices in prime central London and over 80 across the capital, Dexters’ culture and key to success has always been to invest in its people first. Hayley and Brandon have a combined total of 40 years of experience between them and here they share the long-term benefits of working with Dexters
Tell us about the unique Dexters difference...
Hayley: We are a people business with a traditional agency approach. We build lasting relationships with our clients, supporting them throughout their property journey and offering honest advice, so they don’t need to go anywhere else. More than 70 per cent of new business comes from word of mouth recommendations and we now have over 50,000 Google reviews with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5.
Brandon: We spend 10 times the industry average on training our talented colleagues which is why we started our own London based academy in Pimlico. This means our clients can rest assured that they will only ever work with a qualified professional. We continue to set the standard and are proud to be the UK’s first Estate Agency employer provider of nationally recognised qualifications.
What level of service can your clients expect?
Hayley: By investing in our people we retain the very best talent which enables us to maintain the same high levels of service right across our network of over 80 offices. The qualifications we offer our colleagues give our clients the confidence and peace of mind that they are working with experts they can trust.
Brandon: We work hard to achieve the very best price for your property, which is why we spend on average 180-200 hours on every successful transaction. This attention to detail is why we are one of the few Estate Agents to be a firm of chartered surveyors, regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), upholding their reputation for integrity and professionalism.
As London’s leading agent, how do you remain local?
Brandon: Our managers run their offices as if it is their own business and focus solely on providing the best and most appropriate service to their clients. 90 per cent of our managers started with us as trainees and more than 40 per cent have been with us for between 5 and 20 years. Our clients like the fact that they can return to a familiar face on the high street and talk to someone who knows their property as well as they do.
Hayley: Our offices are filled with local experts who live in the areas they work which is what makes them so passionate about delivering an exceptional service. We strive to create workplaces that are vibrant and fulfilling, as well as diverse and inclusive. We understand the importance of reflecting the communities we serve.
How do you create the same rapport with international clients?
Hayley: The reason we have such a global appeal is because no one knows London better. Our teams are the feet on the ground giving overseas sellers and landlords the most accurate and up to date advice on their local markets. By offering a complete range of services to suit their needs from property management to design and refurbishment; they know that they are in safe hands.
Brandon: London is a cosmopolitan city and our Corporate Lettings and International Relocation team receive over 10,000 enquiries annually from major blue-chip companies, institutions and embassies. Many of them deal exclusively with Dexters. With over 30 languages spoken across the business, we continue to offer a personalised service without barriers.
If you are thinking of selling or letting, or know someone who is looking for a career in property, call us on 020 7490 7709.
