Our Team of London Property Finders

With 40 years of experience in residential property and two decades as a professional Buying Agent, James brings exceptional depth, insight and instinct to every client search. His track record spans over £100 million in acquisitions, from prime apartments to substantial family homes and landmark residences exceeding £10 million.

James began his career in estate agency across Berkshire, Surrey and prime central London, gaining first-hand knowledge of the capital’s evolving residential landscape. His experience includes leading roles in South Kensington and Chelsea with two of the area’s most respected agencies, as well as a tenure heading up the Block Management division of a Chelsea firm, giving him rare expertise in property structures, leases and long-term value.

Since joining Garrington in 2006, James has established himself as a buying specialist known for his thorough and methodical approach, as well as his in-depth knowledge of both the London market and its agents. Whether advising on a lateral apartment, period townhouse or modern new-build across London’s prime neighbourhoods, clients value his honest guidance, measured judgement and calm assurance throughout the buying process.

James lives in south-west London with his family and is often found on two wheels, either cycling through Richmond Park or previewing new instructions at speed on his moped. His clients benefit from a style that blends experience with discretion, confidence with curiosity, and above all, a genuine commitment to helping people find the right home, in the right place, on the right terms.

With over 30 years of experience in the property sector and a successful track record spanning estate agency, property development and investment, Rex brings a multi-dimensional perspective to every client brief. His background includes senior roles at several of the UK’s leading agency brands, the founding of his own highly regarded firm in Westminster, and now advising clients on property acquisitions across prime London.

Rex began his career in the tech sector, trained by global names including IBM, Hewlett-Packard Packard and Microsoft. He later redirected his energy into residential property, drawn by a long-standing passion for architecture and interior design. That creative interest has translated into the successful redevelopment of numerous properties and the building of his own rental investment portfolio, experience that now informs the advice he offers buyers and investor clients alike.

Since becoming a buying consultant, Rex has developed a reputation for his calm focus, integrity and understanding of what truly makes a property right, not just on paper, but in terms of lived experience. His clients benefit from sharp commercial awareness, design insight, and a commitment to matching each search with the right solution, whether that means spotting renovation potential or identifying a strong investment opportunity.

Based in London and working across prime London districts, Rex combines technical knowledge with personal warmth and enduring enthusiasm for the sector. Outside work, he can often be found sailing his Hobie Cat off the Isle of Wight, playing golf, skiing with his family in Europe, or tuning in to the Six Nations.

With over 14 years of experience specialising in prime central London property, Deborah brings local knowledge, strategic insight and calm professionalism to every search. Since joining Garrington, she has successfully advised on acquisitions across the capital’s most competitive neighbourhoods, including prime apartments, substantial family homes and landmark residences exceeding £6 million. Her thoughtful approach and attention to detail have earned consistently positive client feedback and high satisfaction ratings.

Born and raised in London, Deborah’s appreciation for the city’s architecture inspired her entry into the property world. Over the years, she has built a trusted reputation among both domestic and international clients for her understanding of local market dynamics, her honest guidance, and her tailored approach to each brief, whether lifestyle-driven or investment-focused.

Clients value her transparent advice, intelligent search strategies and strong negotiation skills, all delivered with steady confidence. She is particularly adept at helping buyers understand not just the properties available, but the nuances of location, timing and long-term potential that shape the right decision.

Away from work, Deborah brings the same passion and poise to the dance floor, competing in ballroom dancing and having taken part in an amateur production of Chicago.

Nicholas Finn is London born and bred. With a property career spanning over a decade, he worked in prime London locations from St Johns Wood to Chiswick with one of the capital’s largest sales agents, before channelling his entrepreneurial flair into establishing his own estate agency in a sought-after part of London.

Prior to joining Garrington, Nicholas founded and ran an asset management company. It served corporate institutions and their private clients looking to sell, relocate or add to their portfolios. Nicholas leads and supports a growing team whilst using his experience and extensive contacts to generate exclusive opportunities for clients. He lives in London with his wife and young family.

Jonathan has an enviable track record of success spanning 20 years in the property and relocation industry. As Chief Executive Officer of Garrington, he leads a company that has represented numerous clients in multi-million pound transactions and in turn developed a respected industry profile, through the strategic growth of a market leading brand.
Jonathan is a Director on the Board of The Property Ombudsman, a Council Member of the UK’s Association of Relocation Professionals and is a former National Council Member of the NAEA.

He is frequently called upon as an authoritative voice for market insights with articles published in The Financial Times, Canary Wharf and City magazines, The Sunday Time and Bloomberg.
A past recipient of the ‘Best UK Property Finder’ award, he is continuously striving to hone his skills having completed leadership programmes at Cranfield Management School and an MBA at Ashcroft International Business School in Cambridge.
As a prominent creative thinker and entrepreneurial problem solver, Jonathan is passionate about working with clients, and enjoys exploring the driving forces that push successful businesses to their highest potential.

John has worked in the property sector for the last 25 years and has director level experience in residential sales, letting and management, estate management and development. Most recently he was Managing Director and majority shareholder of one of largest estate and letting agents in the Eastern region which he successfully sold to a FTSE 250 organisation.

He holds an MBA from The Open University and is a well-respected entrepreneurial leader with an eye for detail, who thrives on the creation of customer-focused companies, where success becomes a by-product of excellence.

Growing up in the historical town of Windsor, from a young age Nadia has always appreciated character properties and the quirkiness and history that they offer. For over 5 years, Nadia had the opportunity to live on the West Coast, USA and developed a love for a different type of build; newer, more spacious and with such innovative architecture.

With a varied background in client supporting roles including property sales, lettings and recruitment, Nadia builds on a successful career by now creating new relationships and nurturing long-standing valued clients alike.

In her personal time, Nadia enjoys being active, following on from a semi-professional gymnastics past, as well as spending time with her large extended Italian family cooking, eating and enjoying each other’s company.

Growing up in the Devonshire countryside, her parents love of property and renovation has been passed down.  Hannah has relocated many times throughout the UK and has worked in leading real estate firms in different parts of the country, helping her to understand the intricacies of relocating.

After finishing her education and on completing University, she spent her early twenties riding horses and pursuing a professional career in grooming. She revisited her passion for property more recently; and has since sought a new challenge by joining Garrington to support the Head Office team, helping potential new clients who are considering engaging a property finder.

In her free time, Hannah enjoys her passion for the countryside, exploring with her two dogs and taking regular trips back to Devon to visit her family.

Growing up in the Cheshire countryside on the edge of the Peak District, Jane has always had an appreciation for restored, character properties in idyllic surroundings.

Jane began her career in publishing. Having worked on county magazines for 14 years, Jane developed a hard-earned reputation for providing a dedicated and professional support to clients. She diligently built relationships with discerning customers and brings a wealth of Administration experience to her role at Garrington. Joining the Head Office team, Jane provides a solid and trusted support as part of Client Services.

After several of her own moves across Cheshire, she understands the importance of a smooth buying journey. Outside of work, Jane volunteers at a local animal rescue charity. A keen runner, she also enjoys creating nutritious meals for her family.