Insights

While planning, projects, and partnerships were standout themes of UKREiiF 2025, people emerged as a fourth, equally crucial pillar, as without the right people, progress in any of the other three areas is limited. See the skills most in-demand from our conversations and the talks at UKREiiF 2025.

From large-scale infrastructure to local regeneration schemes, the energy at UKREiiF 2025 reflected a shift in sentiment. See our roundup of how the common themes from it - planning, projects, partnerships and people, will form the backbone of growth in UK real estate over the coming years.

Knight Frank was looking to expand its Super Prime department from 2 to 4 people, requiring both a head of super prime role (Partner, Regional Relationship Manager), and an Associate-level role (Relationship Manager) that would report into them. They would be responsible for managing some of the highest-valued residential properties in London.

Cobalt was approached by this highly-regarded BTR brand, initially to hire a General Manager for one of their new residential schemes in London., that was due to launch imminently.

One of the UK’s most established real estate companies, with a strong focus on residential property development and management, was looking to hire a Head Concierge and team of Concierges to cover their prestigious squares in London.

At this year’s UKREiiF, we saw a focus on the development of three key areas: housing, alternative assets, and ESG as a trait running through all areas of the built environment. Find out what this means for recruitment in these spaces.

Currently, only 3% of new housing being built in the UK is designed for Later Living - see our insight from the Later Living Conference on how this is a huge opportunity for planners and developers.

Community development key to BTR and PRS growth, sustainability and green shoots for investment and job opportunities - insights from UKREiiF 2023.

How has COVID affected the Real Estate industry and specifically business support roles like Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants and Operations staff within it? Find out here.

We explore why Build To Rent might be the answer to London's housing crisis and why it could be good for investors, potential residents and recruitment opportunities in residential management.