A MINEHEAD mother of two is set to 'take on' the big estate agents as she returns to the workplace.

Rebecca Symons, 38, spent 15 years in the industry before taking time off to look after her two children.

But she is now returning to the trade, and hopes to make use of a 'gig economy' platform for estate agents to provide a personalised service.

Ms Symons will be working in partnership with eXp, which according to industry magazine Property Industry Eye is a 'hybrid' agency which "Allows individuals to trade with their own ‘name above the door’."

A Minehead local for eight years, Ms Symons will be helping prospective buyers find homes in and around the area, between training for the London Marathon and tending to her family's smallholding in Timberscombe.

Speaking to the Free Press, Ms Symons said her years of experience stand her in good stead to compete with the established alternatives. She said: "With 15 years experience behind me, I am about to return to the world of estate agency alone, offering a bespoke, professional estate agency service to sellers and buyers in Minehead and its surrounding areas.

"I began my career in estate agency at the age of 18. It was then that I discovered a true passion for helping people move house. From the south west to the south east of England, my professional path navigated through different markets, gaining a diverse range of experiences and knowledge.

"I take immense pride when I stop and think about my journey so far, I progressed quite quickly from a negotiator to senior negotiator and it didn’t take me long before I was valuing properties and stepping into senior management positions. My passion, determination and solid hard work has always got me to where I want to be.

"I have consistently been at the top of company leagues and I have won some amazing trips abroad, Bangkok being a true highlight and one I will always remember. Having now lived in Minehead for the past eight years, with my partner, our two sons and beloved dog Ruby, I have found not just a home here but a community to cherish.

"In a world where personal attention is often lacking, I guarantee a completely personal one to one service from our first meeting at your property, to the moment I hand over your keys on completion. Your property stays in my capable hands, throughout the entire process.

"I offer a bespoke, personal service backed by experience, expertise, and a deep understanding of the local market in Minehead."