Savills recruits new homes department boss

Savills has strengthened its senior team with the appointment of Tommy Newbigging to lead its new homes department across Essex and parts of Suffolk.

Newbigging joins the Chelmsford office as an associate director having previously spent almost 10 years working for estate agents Carter Jonas.

Covering most of East Anglia but focused on South Suffolk and North Essex in particular, he specialised in selling a range of property including new build developments, listed buildings and country homes and farms.

In his new role, he will work alongside the current team across Essex, Suffolk and the east London corridor – advising developers and helping clients and prospective buyers through the sales process.

Newbigging, who lives close to the Essex/Suffolk border, said: “Working for a smaller national firm instilled core values and skills and I’m excited to take the next step in my career.

“I love creating long term relationships with clients and I’m looking forward to partnering with developers and buyers – managing all phases of the property cycle from advising on layouts and new home specifications to marketing and selling the final product.

“Savills has an outstanding reputation and I can’t wait to get stuck in and contribute to the growth of what is already a very experienced and successful team.”

Karl Manning, head of office at Savills Chelmsford, added: “It’s great to have Tommy on board. He brings a great deal of expertise and has an excellent track record.

“The Essex property market is particularly strong at the moment – with lots of opportunity for growth – and his appointment signals our continued commitment to strengthening the team and ensuring the office can provide the very best service to our clients.”

Estate Agent Today spoke with Newbigging about his first property sale a few years ago. Watch the video below: