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Strutt & Parker Expands Broker Team With North West London Appointment
Strutt & Parker has appointed Hamish Gilfeather as senior associate director in its broker team, continuing the expansion of its hybrid estate agency model launched in February 2024. Gilfeather joins after more than 20 years at John D Wood, where he worked from the Primrose Hill office covering the Primrose Hill and Belsize Park markets.
Gilfeather will work alongside North West London brokers Zach Madison, James Diaper, and Sarah James, extending Strutt & Parker’s coverage across Hampstead, Highgate, St John’s Wood, Queen’s Park, and Regent’s Park. This appointment is part of a wider recruitment drive in London, which has also seen Alex Robinson join as director, and Michael Harte and Reem Dougramaji as senior associate directors in the Knightsbridge & Belgravia office.
The move comes as estate agencies adapt their operational structures to meet changing market demands. Strutt & Parker’s expansion aims to strengthen its presence in key London markets relevant to letting agents and inventory clerks.
Propertymark Announces New Leadership Team
Separately, Propertymark has confirmed its new presidential team following its Annual General Meeting. Kim Lidbury has become President of ARLA Propertymark, with Ben Stokes as President Elect and Michelle Masiglat-Cook as Vice President. Ian Harris is now President at NAEA Propertymark, with Stuart Matthews as President Elect and Craig Webster as Vice President. Michael Sears was re-elected as Board Director, and Stuart Collar-Brown continues as President of NAVA Propertymark, representing members in the auction sector.
These appointments come as the property sector prepares for regulatory and operational reforms, including government plans to overhaul the homebuying and selling process. Propertymark thanked outgoing Presidents Megan Eighteen and Mary-Lou Press for their service and stated it will continue to focus on representing property professionals and supporting members across sales, lettings, and auctions.
Source: PropertyWire