Weston-super-Mare property consultancy Mcilroy Smith has strengthened its South West team with a double appointment.

The firm will mark its first Christmas by expanding its team to serve a growing number of clients across the South West Region.

Experienced property manager Mark Neighbour joins from one of Bristol’s well-known property companies and will lead on Social Housing and retirement living.

Managing Director Andrew Simmonds said:

“I am absolutely thrilled to be announcing these appointments today. It sets a key milestone for us as a business and highlights the ambition we have to become a major player in the local property scene.

“I have known Mark for a few years and always admired his ability to retain a harmonious relationship with all of his clients. He has always been at the top of my list of key appointments to make. Mark has more than five years’ experience in these sectors and will play a vital role as we develop the business.”

Mark is an Associate member of the Institute of Residential Property Managers and a member of both the National Federation of Property Professionals and the Chartered Institute of Housing.

“Crucially for us, he has a background in Residential Lettings, Residential Management, Commercial Management and Social Housing. Mark will not only take the lead on Social Housing and Retirement Living but also support the growing Residential services we are providing.”

Also joining the business will be Andrew’s wife Tracey, who has worked in the public sector for many years, including Local Government. Most recently she has been overseeing and coordinating property developments in the region.

Andrew Simmonds said:

“Tracey has a great deal of experience overseeing refurbishment and construction projects, coordinating teams of sub-contractors, handling all aspects of health and safety compliance and liaising between contractor and client.”

Tracey is a member of the Chartered Institute of Housing and is an affiliate member of the Institute of Residential Property Management. Her role is to work closely with contractors and clients to co-ordinate maintenance matters.

Mcilroy Smith, has opened in Pastures Avenue, St Georges, Weston-super-Mare, alongside the M5 to enable it to service clients throughout the region.

Andrew Simmonds added:

“We are aiming to provide a bespoke service that bigger property agencies aren’t able to offer. We have been called in by property owners who need help and support on many aspects of property management, from specific projects to long term portfolio handling.

“We are also working with developers and housing associations to help them get things right from the very start of a project as well as providing general and strategic advice to property owners and landlords.”

Mcilroy Smith is regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and can be found at www.mcilroysmith.com or call 0333 050 8550.