Catesby Estates, one of the UK’s leading land promotion specialists, has appointed Julian Wilkinson as Area Land Director for the South of England.

Julian brings over 20 years’ experience within the housebuilding and construction sector, having held a number of senior roles including in valuation and development agency with Cluttons, land acquisition and planning roles with housebuilders Antler, Croudace and Barratt David Wilson, and in private and affordable housing for Clarion Group, before moving into land promotion at Gladman Developments.

As Area Land Director, Julian will be responsible for the sourcing, acquisition, and subsequent disposal of residential development land in the South of England. Julian will be based at Catesby’s Basingstoke office.

Myron Osborne, Chief Executive at Catesby Estates, said: “We are looking to expand our land promotion portfolio across the South of England and Julian’s expertise, contacts and knowledge of landowners and agents in this part of the country will be invaluable in helping us secure future land sites for promotion.”

Julian Wilkinson, Area Land Director, added: “Catesby has an enviable track record and reputation within the sector, and a deep understanding of the planning challenges associated with bringing forward land for new homes. I am very much looking forward to working with the team to grow our profile in the South of England.”

Find out more about Julian here.