Strutt & Parker, one of the UK’s most trusted estate agents, is pleased to announce the appointment of Claire Reynolds to the newly created role of UK Head of Sales, Residential.

Claire has over 20 years’ experience in the luxury real estate market and joins from UK Sotheby’s International Realty, where she was Managing Partner and grew the business from a start-up to one of London’s leading luxury brokerages in just 18 months. Prior to this, Claire held the position of Co-Head of Prime Central London at Savills where she also sat on the UK Residential Operations Board.

Working closely with Head of Residential, Guy Robinson, Claire will use her considerable experience and highly respected reputation to drive sales nationally, especially in London’s prime and super prime residential markets.

Gary Higgins, Managing Director, Strutt & Parker, commented: “Claire’s appointment reflects our commitment to attracting and investing in the strength of our leadership. With our well-defined strategy and strong senior team, we are well equipped to drive significant growth across our target markets.”

Guy Robinson, Head of Residential, Strutt & Parker, commented: “Claire is a significant addition to the team. As a consummate luxury property professional, she has built a phenomenally successful career and reputation that is renowned across the market. Known for her strategic skillset, loyal client following, and passion for exceptional customer service, she has a consistent track record of elevating and growing businesses. “The team and I are looking forward to working with her to achieve our ambitious objectives.”

Commenting on her new role, Claire Reynolds, UK Head of Sales, Strutt & Parker, said: "Joining Strutt & Parker at this pivotal moment in its strategic direction is an exciting opportunity for me to draw on my unique experience covering both corporate agency and the brokerage model.”

With new investment from shareholders BNP Paribas Group, the business is poised to redefine its brand and position in the industry; with plans to grow the team, expand into new markets, adopt new technologies, and provide a more bespoke service offering to clients.

Claire continues, “I was attracted to Strutt & Parker’s principles of professionalism and integrity, and its agile model within an evolving industry. Our ambitious strategy, combined with access to the high net-worth client base of our shareholder, generates opportunities for further growth in the prime and super prime markets. With culture playing a significant role in the success of any business, Strutt & Parker has a rare blend of talent, expertise and a collaborative ethos within a client-centric model. I look forward to working with our driven team as we shape the new era of this legacy brand.”

This significant appointment further enhances Strutt & Parker’s dynamic offering in the market which combines 140 years of property expertise with the unrivalled global network of BNP Paribas, Europe’s leading bank. It closely follows the recent announcement of Gary Higgins as Managing Director and Tamerah Couchman as Head of Marketing & Client Experience, demonstrating once again Strutt & Parker’s strategy of targeted investment in its leadership to deliver its bold plans.