Residential Sales Manager

This is not just a job. It’s a market‑defining opportunity.

Savills is one of the most respected real estate brands in the world. With nearly 170 years of history, 40,000+ professionals and presence in over 70 countries, we combine global scale, credibility and stability with a clear focus on performance.

Now, we are doing something bigger.

We are building a high‑impact residential sales operation in Lisbon, with ambition, speed and a clear objective: to occupy a space in the premium residential market that is still under‑explored — and to do it with the strength of a global structure behind us.

This is a growth project, not a replacement role.

A chance to build, scale and lead something meaningful from the ground up, supported by one of the strongest real estate platforms in the world.

The Challenge

We are looking for a Residential Sales Manager to lead, grow and elevate a high‑performing residential commercial team in Lisbon.

This role is for someone who wants more than managing deals.

It’s for a leader who wants to shape a team, define a strategy and make a mark in the market.

What you will lead

• Build and lead a top‑tier residential sales team, setting standards, pace and ambition.
• Own the commercial strategy for residential sales in Lisbon, aligned with market opportunities and Savills’ global positioning.
• Drive the full sales cycle — from lead generation and pipeline management to negotiation and closing.
• Set, track and exceed KPIs, with a strong focus on performance, accountability and results.
• Support and lead complex negotiations, high‑value clients and strategic mandates.
• Create a culture of excellence, discipline and commercial hunger.
• Work closely with marketing, research and operational teams, leveraging Savills’ full structure to maximize impact.
• Identify new market opportunities, trends and competitive gaps — and act on them fast.

This is a role for someone who wants to win market share, not just manage what already exists.

Who will succeed in this role

• Proven experience leading commercial or sales teams (residential real estate preferred).
• Strong track record of achieving and exceeding ambitious targets.
• Natural leader and motivator, capable of building trust, discipline and high performance.
• Sharp commercial mindset, with strategic and analytical thinking.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and client management skills.
• Comfortable in fast‑paced, performance‑driven environments.
• High level of professionalism, resilience and ambition.
• Fluent in Portuguese and English (additional languages are a plus).

What makes this opportunity different

• You are joining a growth segment, not a saturated structure.
• You will have the backing of a global brand, with credibility, tools and stability.
• You won’t work alone — you’ll have access to marketing, research, operations and international know‑how.
• You can help define the market, not just follow it.
• Real career progression within Savills, nationally and internationally.

What we offer

• A competitive, performance‑driven compensation package.
• Strong onboarding and direct support from experienced leadership.
• Top‑tier office facilities in Lisbon.
• A high‑performance culture, focused on results, teamwork and wellbeing.
• Continuous training and real opportunities to grow with the business.

If you want to build something that matters — this is your seat at the table.

To apply for this position, please send your CV and covering letter to Joana Malheiro (Ver o e-mail no click.appcast.io).

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