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Andrew Edwards

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

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
Andrew Edwards