The sales path
Reception or admin → Sales Associate → Sales Agent → Real Estate Executive → Senior Agent → Selling Principal. Most agents who reach $300k+ GCI started as an associate or in a support role.
The property management path
Receptionist or Assistant PM → Junior PM → Property Manager → Senior Property Manager → Head of Property Management. PM is one of the most reliable long-term careers in real estate — there is always demand.
The leasing path
Leasing Officer → Senior Leasing Consultant → Team Leader. Leasing has become a specialism in its own right, particularly with the growth of build-to-rent in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
Licensing in Australia
Each state has its own framework — Certificate of Registration / Class 2 Licence in NSW, Agent's Representative in VIC, equivalent qualifications in QLD/WA/SA. We can point you to RTOs and short courses to get started.
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