Lister Haigh joins Lister Haigh
Lister Haigh, which was recently acquired by Dacre, Son & Hartley, has appointed Nick Talbot to head up its residential property offering across North Yorkshire and into the North East of England.
Harrogate native Haigh has plenty of experience selling homes, rural estates and land across the region, having spent the past 11 years as a director at Carter Jonas. He also worked at Carter Jonas for 17 years.
Talbot said: “I have been involved in the Yorkshire property market all my working life and I know the local market inside and out. Having also been a partner and director with two major national country house agents for the last 26 years in Yorkshire, this has provided me with an unrivalled knowledge and experience of the market across the region and I’m looking forward to the move to Lister Haigh.”
He continued: “With the backing of Dacre, Son & Hartley’s extensive regional and national reach, impressive digital and traditional marketing and a huge database of buyers, we’re in a strong position to provide a bespoke, professional and results-driven service. The fact Dacre, Son & Hartley and Lister Haigh have joined forces was a key factor in my decision to make this move, as the new owners are investing heavily in growing the Lister Haigh brand across the region.”
Patrick McCutcheon, Head of Residential at Dacre, Son & Hartley, commented: “Nick’s appointment is part of our wider re-energising of Lister Haigh and his arrival, along with a number of impressive new listings, gives us an immediate boost in market presence. Combined with Lister Haigh’s longstanding rural expertise, Nick significantly enhances our ability to serve both new and existing clients across the region and strengthens our presence in North Yorkshire, as well as pushing into the North East of England.”
Savills Edinburgh Residential announces key leadership appointments
Savills Edinburgh residential sales has announced the appointment of Ben Fox as director of new business and the promotion of John Forsyth to head of Edinburgh residential sales.
Fox, who joined Savills 19 years ago, was promoted to director in 2015 before taking the helm of the Edinburgh Residential department in 2017. Under his leadership, the team has seen remarkable growth, reinforcing Savills position as a market leader in the capital. In his new role, Ben will focus on identifying new opportunities and developing client relationships.
Fox commented: “It has been a privilege to lead the Edinburgh Residential team over the past few years, seeing it grow and thrive in a challenging market. New clients need to know that we will provide sound market insight and a steady hand throughout the buying and selling process. I’m excited to work alongside John to ensure we continue to deliver this for our clients.”
Forsyth, a director in the Edinburgh business, joined Savills in 2017 after building a successful career in the local property sector. His expertise and commitment to the market have earned him the trust of clients and colleagues alike. His promotion to head of the Edinburgh residential office presents an opportunity to lead one of Edinburgh’s most respected residential sales teams, further shaping its success.
Forsyth aid: “Ben has built a fantastic team—knowledgeable, hardworking, and committed to delivering the best results for our clients. I look forward to leading the department as we continue to grow and build on our success in the Edinburgh market.”
Cameron Ewer, head of the residential business in Scotland, commented: “The Scottish property market is not immune to wider economic factors, despite displaying remarkable resilience. In this changing landscape, expert local guidance is essential. Ben has built a market leading team in the city and has a personal reputation as one of the leading agents for sales of prime property In the city. Bolstering this team with John’s leadership will be key to maintaining the high level of service Savills clients rely on. These leadership changes will ensure we continue delivering market-leading advice and achieving the best possible results for our clients.”
Carter Jonas appoints new equity partner amid a number of partner promotions
Carter Jonas has appointed Katy Davis as an equity partner in its latest promotions round. Davis is a chartered planning and development surveyor with over 20 years of experience.
Davis joined Carter Jonas in 2014 and was appointed to its planning and development board in 2020. The firm has also promoted four to group partners and 14 to salaried partners. All appointments are effective from 1 May 2025.
The latest promotions include:
Equity Partner
Katy Davis Planning & Development, London
Group Partner
Bob Daniels Commercial, Oxford
James Cattermole Infrastructure, Oxford
Hannah Burton Rural, Yorkshire
Henry Spencer Rural, Northampton
Salaried Partner
Rob Barnes Commercial, London
Gareth Brewer Commercial, Cambridge
Ben Gowthorpe Commercial, Oxford
Dan Humphry Commercial, Oxford
Vicki Dean Infrastructure, Warrington
Dean Hockley Infrastructure, Birmingham
Alexandru Spinu Infrastructure, Birmingham
Harry Younger Infrastructure, London
Natasha Eliot Planning & Development, Oxford
Katherine Jones Planning & Development, Oxford
Steve Roberts Planning & Development, Oxford
Lajla Turner Residential, South Kensington & Knightsbridge
Nicola Quick Rural, Taunton
Amy Tibbits Rural, Northampton
James Bainbridge, chairman of Carter Jonas, said: “As we embark on our next five-year growth strategy and also celebrate our 170th anniversary this year, I am pleased to recognise the knowledge, talent, and expertise within our business through these promotions. As a partnership, we understand that supporting and fostering personal and professional development is crucial. It helps improve our culture, facilitates knowledge sharing, and enhances the overall environment, benefitting both our team and our clients.
“Every individual who has been promoted has made valuable contributions to our business, and it is a pleasure to celebrate their achievements in these partnership stages. I would like to give a special mention to Katy Davis, whom we welcome to the equity partnership. She is a trusted advisor to both clients and colleagues and will be invaluable as we enter the next stage of our firm’s growth.”
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