A Unique Opportunity To Run Your Own Business
Be Part Of The Campbells Culture
Since 1989 Paul Campbell and the team at Campbells have built up a local leading brand of award winning estate agents and property managers, committed to providing the very best moving experience for sellers, landlords, buyers, tenants and investors – there are so many different opportunities here to learn and earn.
We are currently giving the right individuals and couples who, like us, are passionate about property, the chance to consider a very rewarding opportunity.
Becoming a self-employed estate agent offers unparalleled flexibility, autonomy, and earning potential. At Campbells, we elevate this opportunity by providing comprehensive support, training, and a collaborative community to ensure your success.
Are You Committed & Self-motivated?
Do you have the skills and personality?
We are looking for genuine committed, self-motivated individuals who are looking for a fun and exciting new challenge – with long-term benefits, excitement of financial freedom and a business you can invest in and call your own.
We will even give you the opportunity to have a trial run with our team! Three days working alongside our team will give you plenty of opportunity to shadow and experience our existing property experts as they go about their daily activities helping sellers, buyers, landlords and tenants.
If this opportunity is not for you then please feel free to share – maybe you know somebody in the industry already that is yearning for more opportunity and financial reward?
This is very much a ‘people’s business’ so as long as you can communicate well and you can excel in customer care then we can teach you the rest.
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We will help you make your mark on the property industry
When you ‘get it’, by the way, the personal satisfaction is immense in this industry – you will understand when this happens to you.
You don’t need to have had any experience in estate agency although clearly, this would be an advantage – we just need you to be passionate about what you learn and do.
We’re seeking passionate, self-motivated individuals eager to make a mark in the property industry. If you’re looking for a career that offers flexibility, financial freedom, and personal growth, Campbells is the place for you.
Ready to embark on this exciting journey?
‘I’m thinking of doing it myself’
Why Join Campbells Instead of Going It Alone?
Thinking of setting up your own estate agency business from scratch? You’re not alone — many estate agents dream of going fully independent. But before you invest thousands of pounds and months of your time trying to build everything from the ground up, consider this:
When you join Campbells as a self-employed Associate, you’re still running your own business — but with decades of experience, proven systems, and a trusted brand behind you.
No Need to Reinvent the Wheel
Starting an agency from scratch means handling branding, website builds, supplier setup, compliance, admin systems, and more — all while learning on the job. At Campbells, we’ve already done it. You get a professional website, trusted processes, built-in credibility, and a support network from day one — so you can focus on selling, not setting up.
You’re in Control Of The Experience – and the outcome
With no rigid corporate rules, you can tailor your service, take time to understand clients and properties, communicate clearly, and market homes properly. You control the process — and the client experience — from start to finish, giving better service and building stronger relationships.
Mentoring and Teamwork – Not Guesswork
Launching alone means upfront costs: branding, CRMs, portals, compliance, marketing and more. With Campbells, we cover the essentials — so you’re operational from day one with low risk. You’ll join a team that’s already figured it out, giving you time to focus on listings and sales, not setup.
A Business of Your Own — Without Being On Your Own
Running a business solo can be isolating. At Campbells, you’ll still own your patch and manage your time, but with a friendly team to support you. You’ll never feel like you’re doing it alone — there’s always someone to ask, brainstorm with, or call when things get tricky.
Still thinking about it?
Why Become A Self-Employed Estate Agent?
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Join the Campbells Culture
If you are looking for ‘purpose’ that allows you to have flexible time to do what is important to you and allows you to earn a respectable living in your own local property market then consider joining the Campbells team.
There are a number of different options open to you as you enjoy your ‘property journey’ and it will soon become clear where your expertise and niche is strongest.
If you’re serious about building a successful, independent career in estate agency, don’t waste years trying to figure it all out alone.
With Campbells, you get the best of both worlds:
- Your own business
- Our experience and reputation
- Faster success — with less risk
Already an Estate Agent?
Here’s Why Going Self-Employed with Campbells Could Be the Best Move You Ever Make
If you’re currently working in a traditional estate agency role — whether in a corporate chain or an independent branch — you may be feeling frustrated, restricted, or underappreciated. Perhaps you’re doing all the work, but seeing limited reward. Maybe you’ve hit a ceiling. Or you just want more autonomy in how you serve your clients.
Freedom to Run Your Own Business
No more clock-watching, sales targets that serve head office, or being forced into a one-size-fits-all approach. As a self-employed associate with Campbells, you’re free to build a business that works for you and your clients — with our support behind the scenes.
Keep More of What You Earn
Our commission structure is transparent and generous, meaning you keep significantly more of your fee — up to 60%.
Ongoing Training and Development
Just because you’re experienced doesn’t mean you stop learning. At Campbells, we invest in your growth with optional 1-2-1 mentoring with founder Paul Campbell as well as other senior members of the team and opportunities to specialise in other areas like prestige homes. You are also given the opportunity to gain ‘Senior Associate’ status.
Local Territory, Local Control
You’ll have your own core area where you can build a name for yourself — whether that’s a village you’ve grown up in or a patch you know better than anyone. You’ll finally get to reap the rewards of your local reputation. You are, of course, allowed free rein in other areas (as long as it’s not in another associates patch).
Done-For-You Admin and Marketing
While you focus on serving clients and selling homes, we take care of the admin, compliance, and back-office systems. We also help with social media content, listing promotion, and digital tools that help you stay visible.
Total Flexibility
You’re in control of your schedule. Whether you want to work around school hours, take control of your evenings and weekends, or just enjoy a healthier work-life balance, this model gives you the freedom you’ve always wanted.
Associate FAQs
We’ve been asked many questions over the years
We thought we would make it easier for you and answer some of them now:
Can I Have A Trial Run?
Yes – you most certainly can!
We think it’s very important that if you are considering investing in your future then you should be able given the opportunity touch feel and see how it all works – warts and all.
So you could say it is our version of ‘try before you buy’.
Three days working alongside our team will give you plenty of opportunities to shadow and experience our existing property experts as they go about their daily activities helping sellers, buyers, landlord and tenants.
All we ask is that you are smartly dressed as it is likely you will be meeting our customers in their homes or on site whilst we carry out valuations, market appraisals, viewings and property management inspections etc.
This will give you the opportunity to ask as many questions as you like.
Talk to Carla and she can tell you much more – she can be reached on 01327 878926.
What are the setup costs?
There are no set up costs to us. However, it could be up to several months before you start earning a real income. So we would need to take you through a financial plan. It does help to have some savings to fall back on. You may need to buy a few things to get going too. However, we can discuss all of that with you.
What If I Don’t Have The Money To Invest?
Paul Campbell set up Campbells Estate Agents when he was just 19 years old and therefore is a strong advocate for and body who has a passion to set up their own business.
Therefore we have set up a ‘Campbells Associate Apprenticeship Scheme’ where we consider sponsoring an individual of any age – it’s always worth asking!
However, with this scheme, you may not benefit as much as an Associate who has made the investent to begin with so it is worth consdering other financial options which we can help you with.
How long does it take before I start earning?
Well, that is as soon as you want to get started – it really is up to you.
Once we have met you will naturally start looking for people that are on the move – seriously it will be that quick.
The quicker you learn, the quicker you will earn.
If you do as we teach and you follow the model you will have a steady income within 6 months.
How much could I earn?
There is no set limit on how much you can earn.
Our Associates earn an average of £5,000 a month however sometimes our Associates have received in excess of £15,000 in one month.
Feel free to talk to the team when you come and see us. You will soon get a very good idea how much time you will spend on your business and how much you can earn.
Is there further opportunity above being an Associate?
My goodness, definitely. But only if you really want to. We have people in our team that just want to earn £3000 + VAT a month and those that want to earn a regular £5,000 + VAT monthly and build a substantial saleable and willable business for their future, and in some cases their families.
Once you have earned £5000 + VAT a month for 3 months in a row you are upgraded to a Senior Associate – this now gives you the freedom and ability to teach others and further your business.
In return for your teaching and responsibility, you will then be rewarded with a residual income – income from your own Associates.
But first things first, we need to teach you some things, but don’t worry it’s actually quite simple – well it is when you know how.
When can I start?
You may start your journey as soon as possible but you need to get in touch quickly so we can answer any initial questions – we need to talk and meet first.
If you call our Associate coordinator Carla she will talk it through with you – she can be contacted on 01327 878926.
What about tax and VAT?
We will teach you all about that and make sure you know how to do it properly – you just need a couple of hours once a month and eventually, it will become a habit.
It actually gets really exciting when the income starts to flow – we have a whole session on tax planning and cashflow etc.
There’s a practised and proven method for everything.
And if you catch Paul on the subject he will teach you how to build your own property portfolio and other ways to reward yourself.
If you come and visit us please ask the existing associates any questions you like – they all asked questions too.
Am I restricted to one area?
Absolutely not, we give you an area to base yourself in where we clearly encourage and incentivise you to create your business for a higher gain however you are free to offer your expertise across the UK – you just have to be mindful of other Associates and their businesses.
But remember we all work together as a team and we never tread on each other’s toes.
We are an online estate agency business with a traditional culture so as an individual with today’s technology you can pretty much serve and help anyone, anywhere.
Will I be on my own?
No, the best part of this opportunity is that you have the benefit of owning your own business, working with other like-minded business owners at the same time!
You will always have the support from your team – again, when you meet the existing Associates just ask.
In fact, ask any question you like!
Our team policy – ‘it’s not all about the me, it’s about the we’.
What support do I get?
Most people who go it alone have to figure everything out as they go — often learning hard (and costly) lessons.
At Campbells, you’ll be mentored personally by founder Paul Campbell and our team, who have been running a successful estate agency business for over 30 years. You’ll get: hands-on training, business strategy advice, weekly support calls, a sounding board whenever you hit a challenge. This is real guidance — not just a training video and a pat on the back.
What happens if I want to go on holiday or if I’m ill?
Well here is the magic about this unique, well thought out and practised model – things happen, we all get curve balls and we all enjoy the ‘offline’ days or weeks when we can go off and do things without having to worry about our business.
We all have our ‘off days’ and ‘duvet days’.
Some of us have kids that occasionally need a day off too, normally in school time.
Some of us have elderly relatives that need us for hospital appointments.
That’s ok too.
The bottom line is, as you will soon find out, that our model allows you to be away from your business – your team around you will look after it for you while you are absent.
We all get paid for what we do – don’t worry we’ll show you how it works.
Am I suitable?
We are looking for genuine committed, self-motivated individuals who are looking for a fun and exciting new challenge – so if you believe that this is something you can do then yes of course you are!
Seriously, what we do is not difficult – we care a lot about how our customers feel and if you ‘get it’ then you too can do it.
How flexible is the property business?
This isn’t a job, you will be self-employed and you will be your own boss so flexibility is very much up to you – it is life changing but you will get used to it.
Ask the Associates when you meet them and they will soon tell you how they dealt with it.
By the way, if you have any fear of being self-employed please don’t worry. We will teach you all you need to know – there is a whole session on just this subject on our course.
Our remote server and online software will allow you to log on and work anywhere and at any time of the day … or night!
Some of us spend time in the hub, some work from home and some work from their second home.
Ask the associates how they do it?
Ask Paul where he works from – he was the one that dreamt up this flexible lifestyle many years ago when he realised that life was not all about working all of the time.
We even have internet phone facilities so when we say flexible working we really mean it.
Do I need experience or qualifications?
No – experience, like anything else, will help but it is certainly not compulsory.
We will teach you everything you need to know.
You may find that once you have spoken to us, you may realise that you have had more experience dealing with property than you thought.
Don’t worry we’ll soon know if you will be suitable for this business.
Where can I work?
The beauty of having your own property business is working from wherever you like!
We encourage you to work in the Campbells hub with other like-minded Associates. This will help you focus on your day to day activities, finding new clients and learning new things.
But as long as you are servicing your clients and giving excellent customer service then feel free to work and play whenever it suits.
It’s fair to say that most of us do lots of both – we want you to achieve and focus on your dreams.
