Andrew Edwards
Melbourne,Australia
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Jellis Craig, excelling in negotiation and strategic marketing. Adept at fostering client relationships and delivering exceptional customer service. As Owner/Director of RealView3D, I implemented innovative 3D visualization solutions, enhancing property showcasing during the pandemic and ensuring timely project delivery.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Director
RealView3d
Melbourne, Australia
06.2020 - 12.2025
- Resigned from real estate at the start of the Pandemic
- Studied and learned multiple tech platforms
- Invested in a 3D camera, website and subscriptions to multiple platforms
- Had a website created - realview3d.com.au
- Liaised with website designers to create a high end looking site
- The back end of the website is very complex with 'book now' feature, content editing, reviewing and content delivery within 24 hours
- Provided real estate agents with a platform to showcase property listings 'virtually' when physical inspections were not permitted due to COVID19
- Developed and launched realview3d.com.au to showcase virtual property listings.
- Managed daily operations and workflow of 3D visualization projects.
- Oversaw team collaboration to ensure timely project delivery and quality standards.
Senior Sales Consultant/Senior Auctioneer
Jellis Craig
Melbourne, Australia
07.2005 - 03.2020
- As a skilled auctioneer and negotiator, I trained incoming sales staff in those areas and new staff members how to use CRM systems to provide a top level of customer support and experience.
- Guided clients through property buying and selling processes with expert advice.
- Developed strategic marketing plans to showcase properties effectively to potential buyers.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Analyzed market trends to provide informed recommendations for pricing strategies.
- Negotiated contracts and terms between buyers and sellers, ensuring mutual agreement.
- Conducted property appraisals to assess value and competitive positioning in the market.
Restaurant Manager
The Botanical Hotel
Melbourne, Australia
03.2003 - 06.2005
- As restaurant manager, I would oversee operations and deal with customer service and implementation of service skills for current and incoming staff.
- Trained and supervised staff to ensure exceptional guest service standards.
- Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests and employees.
Restaurant Manager
Blue Bird Restaurant
London, United Kingdom
04.2000 - 03.2002
- As restaurant manager, I would have to brief the staff before the start of each shift
- A 280 seat fine dining restaurant with early sittings, with table turn around we could do in excess of 400 pax in a night.
- I was in charge of approx 40-50 staff per shift
- Started as a waiter
- Advanced to Head Waiter to Senior Head Waiter to Assistant Restaurant Manager within 6 months due to studying 'la roux gastronomique encyclopedie'
- Responsible to attend to celebrities and high profile patrons
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Pressure management
- Customer service excellence
- Presentation delivery to vendors
- Strategic marketing implementation
- Buyer relations
- Vendor relations
- Negotiation expertise
- Auctioneering proficiency
- Senior auctioneer experience
- CRM administration
Websites
Timeline
Owner/Director
RealView3d
06.2020 - 12.2025
Senior Sales Consultant/Senior Auctioneer
Jellis Craig
07.2005 - 03.2020
Restaurant Manager
The Botanical Hotel
03.2003 - 06.2005
Restaurant Manager
Blue Bird Restaurant
04.2000 - 03.2002