Matthew graduated from Oxford University and began his career with Morgan Stanley, working in international finance in London. He then established his own consultancy business focused on the structuring and planning of high quality residential and leisure projects before joining Rettie & Co. in 1998 where he has overseen the expansion in land and development, New Homes and research teams. More recently, he has been working closely with the Scottish Government and regeneration agencies south of the border to look at new ways of stimulating house building and delivering mixed tenure affordable housing in this low grant environment. So far this has delivered over 340 units in construction or in legals. Matthew developed much of the thinking behind the Scottish Futures Trust’s current initiative and he has been developing parallel private sector led initiatives.

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As a Director of the firm, Becky is responsible for the New Homes Sales and Marketing department providing direction to developer clients regarding sales and marketing strategies. Prior to joining Rettie & Co in 2004, Becky worked for over seven years as a senior sales manager for IKEA UK. Becky is also the Chief Operating Officer for the company, with responsibility for overseeing operational matters including marketing, new business initiatives and training and development.

Recruited as part of the Rettie & Co strategy to invest in the resource within the New Homes management team, Jennifer has worked within the property market since 2003. Having started at DTZ as a sales negotiator she quickly progressed to a sales manager role at Applecross where she spent three years before moving to a sales management role at Royal Park Homes. Following a short time spent as an account manager at Coca Cola, responsible for sales and customer service for major accounts such as Scottish Local Authorities and the Scottish NHS, Jennifer will now be responsible for ensuring a high level of service to all our clients and managing the day to day operational management of the department.

In her role as Marketing Account Manager, Gill manages the communications strategies of new homes developer clients. Gill graduated with a BA (Hons) in Business Studies and Marketing in 2005. She joined the Rettie & Co. New Homes Department in January 2007 after gaining experience with another Edinburgh based property firm.

Following a degree in journalism, Lisa gained experience working in a general marketing capacity for an online media and website company and an educational non-profit organisation. She is experienced in a wide variety of marketing disciplines from PR to event management, advertising and online advertising. Lisa's appointment to the team adds further depth and strength ot our marketing service offering.

Doreen joined Rettie & Co. in 2001, bringing with her 20 years experience in new homes sales with major developers. Doreen has experience in both large scale developments as well as smaller, niche developments. Having sold new build and converted properties across the country, she is very experienced within the field.

Margaret started with Rettie & Co in 2005 and she brings with her a wealth of knowledge from her 16 years experience within the property industry. Margaret is currently based in the Borders where she is responsible for a number of new build developments across the region.

Craig joined Rettie & Co. in 2006. Having previously worked for a large nationwide new homes builder he has a sound understanding and concept of their operation and business approach. As senior property broker within the New Homes department, Craig is responsible for business development and also achieving and overseeing property broker sales.

Gavin started in the New Homes Department of Rettie & Co. in 2009. Having previously worked with another property firm in property sales since 2006, he brings an extensive knowledge of the property market both in and out with Edinburgh. He is currently a key member of the property broker team and has achieved an outstanding sales record to date.

Sharon joined Rettie & Co. in April 2012 as a Temporary PA to Matthew Benson. Sharon has previous experience in the Financial Investment and Management sector having worked for Blue Planet Investment Management as a PA and Office Manager.