UK Sotheby’s International Realty appoints new Surrey director
UK Sotheby’s International Realty has appointed Tim Harrison as a director in its Surrey sales team as the agency prepares to expand its presence in the county.
Harrison joins from Savills in Cobham, bringing more than 20 years of residential property experience, including previous roles at Knight Frank and Foxtons.
His appointment strengthens the agency’s presence in Elmbridge and the surrounding private estates, with a focus on high-value residential sales, land and development opportunities.
UK Sotheby’s International Realty said further announcements about its Surrey expansion are expected in the coming weeks.
Harrison said: “Surrey is a market built on relationships, and the best outcomes come from giving clients direct, honest advice from the very start. UK Sotheby’s International Realty pairs a global network with real local commitment, and I’m joining at an exciting moment for the team in Surrey.”
Alex Isidro, managing director of UK Sotheby’s International Realty, said: “Surrey is a priority market for us, and we are investing in the team there ahead of an important next step for the brand in the county.”
He added: “Tim brings what clients there value most, deep local knowledge, a proven record, and long-standing relationships with the families and entrepreneurs who live in the county’s private estates.”
The agency has yet to disclose details of its planned expansion in Surrey.
Former Winkworth director joins Harding Green
Former Winkworth director and Foxtons operations director Dominic Cocklin has joined Harding Green as a partner, bringing more than 25 years of estate agency experience to the brokerage.
Cocklin spent more than eight years at Winkworth, most recently as a director, following a 15-year career at Foxtons.
His appointment marks a move from traditional corporate estate agency to Harding Green’s self-employed brokerage model.
The firm operates across London, prime country markets and international markets, providing agents with technology, marketing and business support.
Cocklin said the move reflected his belief that technology would play an increasingly important role in estate agency, while personal relationships remained central to the business.
“Having spent over 25 years in estate agency, I believe the future of our industry lies in combining traditional values and personal service with forward-thinking technology.
“Harding Green offers a technologically advanced and innovative platform that allows me to deliver a more efficient, proactive and tailored service, whilst maintaining the personal relationships and trusted advice that have always been central to my approach.”
Harding Green chief executive Nick Carter said Cocklin’s experience managing teams and working with clients would be an asset to the brokerage.
“Dominic’s view of the industry closely reflects our own. Technology should strengthen the relationship between agent and client, not replace it.
“With 25 years of experience in agency and managing teams, he brings exactly the kind of knowledge and client focus we look for in our Partners, and we are very pleased to welcome him to Harding Green.”
The appointment adds another experienced corporate agency figure to Harding Green’s partner network.
Beresfords appoints new land consultant to identify development opportunities
Beresfords Group has appointed Alex Kensit as land consultant, expanding its Land division across Essex and the South East.
Kensit joins the team led by land director Fraser Allen. His responsibilities include identifying potential development sites, reviewing historic planning applications and advising landowners on development opportunities.
Since joining, he has identified more than 140 previously rejected or overlooked development opportunities, including some sites with the potential to accommodate more than 300 homes.
New appointment focuses on previously rejected development sites
A key part of Kensit’s role involves reassessing sites in light of changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and local planning policies.
This includes examining whether changes to Grey Belt policy could improve the prospects of sites that previously failed to secure planning permission.
He will also work with landowners to assess commercial viability, taking into account construction costs, financing, the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements.
Allen said: “Alex has already made a positive impact, identifying potential development opportunities that had previously been rejected or overlooked. This demonstrates the importance of continually reassessing land as planning policy evolves and circumstances change.”
Kensit added: “My role is about looking at land with fresh eyes, understanding the planning position and working with landowners to establish what might be possible.
“Just as importantly, I want to be open, honest and transparent about viability, helping landowners understand both the opportunities and the challenges before deciding on the best way forward.”
The appointment forms part of Beresfords’ efforts to expand its land consultancy work across Essex and the wider South East.
