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LJ Hooker and Harveys today announced its plans to expand its network of agents by 40 per cent, to further its reach across the north and south islands, within the next three years.
The focus on expansion comes as LJ Hooker and Harveys recently unveiled a refreshed new brand look, modernising its visual identity to align with the global business.
LJ Hooker and Harveys Group New Zealand Managing Director Josephine Kinsella said the Group, which currently has 71 offices operating, is well poised to grow the network’s profitability and launch new offices under the refreshed brand.
“New Zealand’s real estate market has entered into a cycle of normality, and we’re now seeing a surge in market interest due to the spring season and recent cash rate cut. As confidence in the market steadily increases, it’s a prime time to hire new talent and set up more offices so we can further service thriving regions.”
Ms Kinsella said the company wants to attract agents looking to take the next step in their career as well as experienced business owners to grow the recently refreshed brand.
“The timing is perfect as we recently launched the new look and feel for the brand, which has been very well received by our people and their customers, and we’re now looking for fresh talent to be a part of the new DNA of the group.
“Agents are approaching us, wanting to discuss opportunities for business ownership under the LJ Hooker banner, because they are drawn to the long-standing reputation of the brand. With many opportunities currently in the works, we welcome these discussions and encourage those considering business ownership to seek us out.
“By joining LJ Hooker and Harveys, agents and business owners will become part of a market-leading brand with access to high-level support, training, new technology and succession planning, allowing them to ride on the shoulders of an industry giant and super brand,” Ms Kinsella said.
LJ Hooker’s automated technology solutions, integrated with the network’s CRM capabilities, are providing real estate professionals with a vital tool to drive customer engagement, which is just one example of how LJ Hooker is pioneering the ‘new world of real estate’.
“As an international brand, we have access to experienced teams that are focused on developing our brand’s tech infrastructure to deliver seamless solutions to our agents and their clients.
“One way in which we differentiate ourselves is by using our technology to engage our customers at every point of their real estate journey. By providing this level of transparency and efficiency, we’re finding that we are creating more and more positive customer experiences.
“It’s incorporating technology like this, that the modern-day consumer demands, that’s just one of the ways LJ Hooker is building on its rich history of innovation,” added Ms Kinsella
To drive employee engagement, LJ Hooker and Harveys have a comprehensive Awards and Recognition program centre around valuing the contribution of individuals and teams.
“The purpose of our Awards and Recognition program is to give our people the recognition and value they deserve. Our continued business profitability demonstrates our people’s ongoing commitment and dedication – and we want to reward them for that.
“LJ Hooker and Harveys is the brand of choice for agents, business owners and property managers looking to receive and provide the ‘end-to-end’ support they need to succeed,” Ms Kinsella concluded.
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Media contact:
Josephine George
PR & Communications Manager
jgeorge@ljhooker.com
+61 403 422 429
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