Who We Are - Ashdown Phillips & Partners

Who we are

Ashdown Phillips & Partners was established in 2004, by founding Directors Richard and Kate Phillips. They believed there was a better and more sustainable way to manage property and set out to become the closest thing to an in-house service a client could find. Our clients range from professional property owners and developers to multi-industry investors with little knowledge of the UK property industry. We offer a full range of property management services. And, because we are experts, we are well known for our comprehensive due diligence procedures and are increasingly being asked to consult with our existing clients – and potential new clients – to give pre-purchase advice.

We are proud to be part of a brilliant team.

We hire people because we think they will be great at what they do. Some already are, with all the right qualifications in place. In others, we see potential and invest in them to give them the skills they need. It's important that we work with people who believe in the same things we do. Our team are focused: able to 'do the detail' well. They are expert: providing bright solutions. They understand the world is a connected system: they are connected to each other, to our client teams and to the communities they serve. Most of all, we like to work with happy people so we provide our team with the tools to be happy and fulfilled in their role, enabling them to be committed to delivering brilliant property management.

Andrew Wraight

Managing Director Read bio

Andrew Wraight

Managing Director

Background

Having spent 8 years in retail department store management roles, I took my first shopping centre job as Operations Manager at a shopping centre in Nottinghamshire back in 2007. I progressed into a Centre Manager position at a nearby shopping centre two years later and transferred to Ashdown Phillips in 2011. I headed the Shopping Centre and Facilities Management teams for a number of years before taking the role of Managing Director of Ashdown Phillips in 2018.

My role at Ashdown Phillips

I am ultimately responsible for the service delivered by our business and for the strategy and future direction of Ashdown Phillips. I work closely with the other Directors to ensure we maintain a first class reputation and strive be the commercial property managing agent that clients, service providers and prospective employees want to work with!

"I am driven by delivering great results for clients and seeing the people in our business maximise their full potential."

Anthony Springle

Director  ·  Surveyor Read bio

Anthony Springle

Director  ·  Surveyor

Background

I have worked at Ashdown Phillips since 2013 and have been a Director since 2017. I work on a wide variety of sites, from office buildings to large shopping centres which all present their own unique set of challenges and opportunities.

Specialisms

  • Commercial Property Management
  • Shopping Centres
  • Offices
  • Industrial Estates
  • Management of complex multi-use properties
  • Service Charge
  • Pre-purchase due diligence

Driven by

I love the collaborative nature of my work and am happiest when working with colleagues to resolve a complex issue. I’m very lucky to work with a team that I know will always go the extra mile for colleagues and clients.

“Work life balance is very important to me – outside of work I love spending time with my family and try to get in a game of golf when I can!”

James Steadman

Director  ·  Surveyor Read bio

James Steadman

Director  ·  Surveyor

Background

I completed a structural and civil engineering degree but decided to follow my parents into surveying.  I have worked for various managing agents and clients giving me an extensive knowledge of property management and landlord and tenant.  I always enjoy working with colleagues to solve challenging problems whether they are legal or practical.

Driven by

As a family most summer holidays are spent in Trekker, our 35-year-old campervan.  We always agree a plan, but Trekker does break down and plans have to change.  It is the same with property management – you make a plan but have to be ready to react to unexpected changes.

“As a property manager I might not always have the answer, but I know the specialist who does and for any project I will bring together the right team to ensure a successful outcome. “

Joseph Baugh

Director - Surveyor Read bio

Joseph Baugh

Director - Surveyor

Background

I joined Ashdown Phillips in 2013 as a Senior Surveyor, after being in this role for 3 years I was promoted to Associate Director. Then in 2019 I was promoted to Director.

My role at Ashdown Phillips

I am a hands-on surveyor who is keen to understand the client’s objectives. I work closely with my accounting and facilities management colleagues to ensure we provide the right service to help out clients meet their objectives.

'My parents inspire me and are my role models. They have instilled a strong work ethic in me and emphasised the importance of family and friends.'

Kate Phillips

Director  ·  Company Secretary Read bio

Kate Phillips

Director  ·  Company Secretary

Background

I am one of the Founding Directors and Company Secretary of Ashdown Phillips. I act as a link between all teams within the business, coordinating and encouraging robust application of policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with best practice.

Driven by

I am motivated by our ability to support each team member, and by seeing them happy.

“I am active outside work, making time for hobbies such as skiing, cycling, sailing and mountain walking. The mountains and the sea re-balance energy levels from the pressures of work.”

Paul Robins

Director Read bio

Paul Robins

Director

Background

A dual qualified Surveyor and Facilities Manager with over 30 years’ experience in the commercial property management sector

Specialisms

  • Client relationship management
  • Client portfolio management
  • Business parks & multi-occupied offices
  • Service Charge Management
  • Accredited Trainer in Customer Service (Dare to Be Brilliant)

“I love being part of Ashdown Phillips and find the teamwork, passion and can-do attitude of my colleagues truly inspirational. It’s a joy to go into work every day.”

Richard Phillips

Chairman  ·  Surveyor Read bio

Richard Phillips

Chairman  ·  Surveyor

Background

I am one of the original Founders and Chairman of Ashdown Phillips and have worked in the property industry for over 35 years, acting for both occupiers and investors.

Driven by

One of the greatest pleasures is working with talented, enthusiastic people; I love to give great feedback and see them grow in confidence.

 

“Our team is brilliant at working together bringing focus and expertise; we share passion and enthusiasm for the job, and have a hunger for knowledge.”

Russell Jaycock

Senior Director  ·  Head of Facilities Management Read bio

Russell Jaycock

Senior Director  ·  Head of Facilities Management

Background

17 years of experience in Facilities Management: Service Provider, Client and Managing Agent

Department head for 4 years.

Specialisms

  • Leadership
  • Relationship building across stakeholders
  • Change management

Passion

Team Development

“The day things go wrong is a facilities manager's time to shine”

Scott Drew

Senior Director  ·  Head of Client Accounts Read bio

Scott Drew

Senior Director  ·  Head of Client Accounts

Background

Upon finishing school I joined British Land and also qualified as an accountant, I remained at British land heading up the Service charge team before moving to Morley Fund Management becoming a fund accountant. My next venture was as an associate (Client Accountant) working for Knight Frank for 5 years before joining Ashdown Phillips.

My role at Ashdown Phillips

I head up the Clients Accounts Team which now consists of over 30 people.

"I am driven by seeing the team we have built in accounts and helping them on the journey in property and accounts."

Sophie Weinmann

Senior Director  ·  Head of Surveying Read bio

Sophie Weinmann

Senior Director  ·  Head of Surveying

Background

Chartered Surveyor with over 16 years’ experience in Commercial Property Management.

Specialisms

  • Commercial Property Management
  • Offices
  • Shopping Centres
  • Retail Parks
  • Industrial Estates
  • Placemaking
  • Sustainability

Driven by

Delivering a brilliant service to my clients and occupiers

"My true passion is travelling the world, whether in search of sun, sights or following my favourite sport - F1"