Andrews appoints Angharad Trueman

Angharad Trueman has joined Andrews as group lettings director.

Angharad, who has worked in the property industry for 13 years, most recently as MD of CGT Lettings in Gloucestershire, is also vice president of ARLA Propertymark.

Next month she will move up to become president elect, before taking on the role of president of the property industry body in June 2024.

Trueman said: “They [Andrews] are a brand I have admired for some time, and it’s clear that Andrews’ values align very closely with my own.

“It’s time for my next challenge after a wonderful five years growing CGT from being a purely lettings agency to a true property group, now covering lettings, sales, commercial and Serviced Apartment management.

“I cannot wait to get stuck in and focus on leading Andrews’ talented lettings team as they deliver a first-class service for landlords and tenants. I also really look forward to growing our presence across London, the South East and the South West, and building on our great brand reputation.”

David Powell, group commercial director for Andrews, commented: “Lettings is a key part of the Andrews offering and a strategic focus for our future growth.

“We are delighted to have secured someone with Angharad’s recognised capabilities for this pivotal position at such an exciting time in Andrews’ history.

“As a business wholly owned by a Charitable Trust, we are setting out to build on our unique ownership structure to become the most trusted and admired business in property. We very much look forward to seeing Angharad play a leading role in achieving this ambition.

The Ambitious Group names new head of recruitment 

The Ambitious Group, the property sector recruitment firm, has promoted Matthew Iles to the position of head of recruitment.

This is a significant internal appointment, with Iles now leading a large team of recruitment specialists, who work right across the property sector, from estate agency and letting, through to BTR, auction, investment, among other key roles.

Iles, a former estate agent, with over 10 years in the industry, followed by three years with The Ambitious Group, has been tasked with strategically doubling the internal team headcount over the next 12 months.

Iles commented: “We already have a strong presence right across the property sector, and I look forward to leading and growing a team who will continue to strive for excellence, whilst delivering on our clients needs right across the property sector.

“We are already widely known and trusted in the sector, and I look forward to taking this, and the entire team at The Ambitious Group, to new heights.”

Robin Tossell, MD at The Ambitious Group, added: “Matthew has a proven and consistent track record of success in specialist recruitment, and he lives and breathes the property sector – he is the ideal choice to lead and grow our Recruitment Teams, and continue our success in the property sector.”

Redrow appoints new sales director for South East region

Redrow has announced the appointment of Sophie Fitzgerald as sales director for its South East region.

Covering Redrow’s communities in Kent, Fitzgerald brings over 18 years of experience in housebuilding and construction to her new role.

Previously the sales and marketing director at Countryside, she started in the housebuilder division covering the Kent region, before moving into the partnerships team. There she was responsible for developments across North and South London, including Rochester Riverside, Clapham Park Estate and Ebbsfleet Garden City. Prior to joining Countryside, she held the role of marketing manager at Crest Nicholson.

In her new role as sales director, Fitzgerald will manage the South East sales and marketing teams, overseeing the launches of upcoming developments and driving forward the Redrow regional division including the launch of Hamlet Park in Rainham, The Landings in Manston, Crown Hill View in Kennington and Greenways in Deal in May and June, as Redrow continues to grow its presence in Kent.

Fitzgerald commented: “It is fantastic to join Redrow, they have a great reputation for building quality homes and have a clear commitment to important placemaking principles. I have learned a great deal from 18 years of working in the industry and look forward to using this to build on the success of Redrow’s South East division.

“I have had a warm welcome from my new colleagues, who have already demonstrated their knowledge, passion, and commitment to the sector. I look forward to growing sales and leading the region through its next phase of growth.”

Ben Fewsdale, MD at Redrow, South East, added: “Sophie makes an excellent addition to our South East division, and we are delighted to welcome her to Redrow. She comes with a wealth of housebuilding and construction experience and is well equipped for taking the division forward as we look to deliver thriving communities across Kent.”

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