State of play in the property sector?
The property sector is thriving at the moment and there are a lot of exciting opportunities coming up every day - plenty of roles that need to be filled by the right people. The great thing about the property sector right now is that there are no specific boxes you have to tick to get your foot in the door. Mindset and drive are two of the biggest factors to your success.
The year 2020 shook up the whole world and businesses have found themselves in some really difficult spots. It’s not been all bad though - in fact, businesses everywhere have been getting more tech-savvy and turned to remote working, which has changed how lots of people think about the typical office.
We’re seeing co-working spaces become more common and bring in home comforts in a bid to set up a cosier and more collaborative environment for workers. Existing spaces are receiving renovations to be more up-to-date, drive productivity and meet the expectations of the modern worker.
As a result, there are opportunities from left, right and centre for those with project management and business development experience.
As for the housing market, property prices are skyrocketing at the moment and growing far beyond the average income, so it’s easy to see why most people are renting and why good quality, affordable housing is on everyone’s agenda right now.
Build to rent is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the UK. This is an exciting time to kickstart a career or take the next step as an investor or developer. Your skills are very much in demand!
What are the biggest things impacting recruitment in these sectors at the moment?
Property demand is on the rise, as are the expectations and fears of both employers and employees.
After 2020 hit so many people with furloughs and redundancies, lots of people are worried about the stability of their jobs. Making career moves can be scary after everything we’ve all been through, but that’s why we’re here to help you make the best choice for your future.
We’re seeing a boom in opportunities but people need to have confidence in themselves. Put your confidence in us and we’ll give it back to you with interest.
What skills are in demand?
There are lots of skills that are massively in demand in the property market:
- Strong commitment
- Communication
- Time-management
- Flexibility
- Organisation
- Good with people
- Patience
- Assertiveness
- Tech-savviness
- Ambition
Don’t feel that you need to tick every box, or even to have experience in property to apply. We pride ourselves on spotting talent and matching people to the perfect role for them, and there are lots of different jobs in the property sector, so whatever you do best, we can find a chance for you to shine.
What do the next few years look like?
Future of London predicts that 40% of households could be rented in the PRS by 2030. As
you might expect, renters are demanding a higher standard of quality and better value for money!
In the future, we predict a surge in opportunities for employment in the PRS and property sectors. For skilled workers wanting to make that next big career move, you’re on an upward trajectory from here.
If you’ve ever dreamed of a career in property, now is the time to take that leap - and we’re here to help!
What advise would you give to those looking for a role in this sector?
Contact The People Pod today and speak with one of our property consultants. We’d love to talk to you!