Ryden Welcomes Stuart Lockhart as New Property Management Partner in Edinburgh
10 September 2024
Ryden has announced the appointment of Stuart Lockhart as Partner to lead its Property Management services in Edinburgh. This move highlights Ryden's ongoing strategy to strengthen its property management business and deliver the best client advice.
Stuart brings over 25 years of experience in the UK commercial property market with a particular focus on property asset management. Prior to Ryden, his role as Director at London & Scottish Property Investment Management (LSPIM) saw him overseeing the company's Property Management teams across Glasgow, Manchester and Leeds. Stuart also led JLL's Retail Management team in Scotland, managing several large retail portfolios and institutional client instructions.
Derek Tillery, Head of Property Management at Ryden commented on this appointment:
"Stuart's recruitment is an important milestone for our team. His experience, strong leadership skills and client centric approach will add significant value to our clients and support our commitment to providing them exceptional advice tailored to their specific needs and business goals."
Stuart Lockhart, new Ryden's Property Management Partner in Edinburgh added:
"Ryden's reputation in commercial property and property management services is second to none and this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of the large, dynamic team. I look forward to contributing to the firm's continued growth and helping shape the future of Ryden's Property Management business area."
Colin Busby, Ryden’s Regional Managing Partner in Edinburgh also said:
“We're excited to have someone of Stuart's calibre join our senior team here in Edinburgh. We do have a strong business but a key part of our strategy is to continue to recruit and develop market leaders to both support our clients and drive our business's performance. We're really looking forward to Stuart joining us.”
Stuart's appointment follows the recent additions of Kirsty Clark as Head of Property Management Accounts, Colin Arnott as Associate in the Edinburgh office and Jane Armstrong as Senior Surveyor in Glasgow, further enhancing Ryden's property management capabilities across Scotland.
From managing single buildings to supervising large portfolios, Ryden provides expert property management, facilities management and property management accounts advice across the UK to a wide range of clients, including private investors, family trusts, property companies and institutional funds.
