Sam Pagett joins Moveli
Sam Pagett, a former Savills department head, has joined self-employed estate agency, Moveli.
Pagett, who brings 18 years of industry experience and has held roles at notable firms including Savills and Hamptons, joins Moveli to represent the brand in Cheltenham.
Moveli’s co-founder, Ben Littlewood, said: “Sam is a strong addition to the Moveli network. As the UK agency landscape continues to shift toward the international (self-employed) broker model, Moveli is emerging as a leading brokerage brand for experienced agents seeking to align with an upper-market identity that reflects the quality and professionalism of their own operations.
“We expect continued growth over the rest of 2025, and further improvements in our service offerings to our brokers.”
Strutt & Parker strengthens Country House team with two senior appointments
Strutt & Parker has bolstered its national country house department with the appointments of James Machell and James Robinson, who bring almost 40 years of combined experience in the prime and country property market.
Machell joins from Savills as a director and will focus on East Hampshire and South Surrey, reinforcing the firm’s established presence in the Home Counties. He will work closely with Jordan Sturgess, who came on board earlier this year and is covering the Ascot-to-Epsom corridor on the edge of Greater London. Machell previously played a key role in expanding Savills’ market share in West Sussex while based in the Petworth office.
Robinson, formerly of Knight Frank, returns to Strutt & Parker as a senior associate director. He will be responsible for growing the country house department’s reach across the Midlands. This marks a homecoming for Robinson, who began his career with the firm in its Kensington office.
Oliver Custance Baker, head of the national country house department, commented: “Both [Machell and Robinson] bring an impressive track record and a fantastic knowledge in their respective markets, making them valuable additions to our team. Their appointments reflect our ongoing commitment to delivering best-in-class advice and service to our clients, wherever they are in the country.”
Katie Neale joins Haringtons UK
Katie Neale, previously of Garrington Property Finders and most recently DDRE, has joined Haringtons UK as buying agent for North London and the Northern Home Counties.
Formerly of Garrington Property Finders and most recently DDRE, Neale brings over a decade of experience to the leading buying agency
The company hopes that her appointment will add greater strength to the firm’s presence in the prime and super-prime markets outside the capital.
Neale brings more than a decade of experience in prime and super-prime residential property, having previously worked in the interior design sector.
Neale said: “Haringtons has built its name on discretion, integrity and trusted advice — values I share wholeheartedly and have built my own career around.
“In an industry that can sometimes feel overly transactional, Haringtons stands out for its calm, measured and deeply personal approach. Every decision is rooted in what’s best for the client — not just in the short term, but for the long run.”
Jamie Freeman, director at Haringtons UK, commented: “Katie is an exceptional addition to the Haringtons team. Her background in both interiors and residential acquisitions gives her an edge — she understands not just how a house looks, but how it lives.
“She has a real understanding of how clients think, especially those making major lifestyle transitions — whether it’s moving out of London, upsizing in a village, or acquiring a long-term investment. She brings empathy, instinct, and an unshakable focus on the client’s best interests.”
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