Meet the Team

• Nick Kay MRICS


Nick Kay MRICS

Partner | Head Office

Having joined Stephensons in 2002 becoming a Partner of the company in 2010, Nick has over 21 years of experience of the North Yorkshire Housing market qualifying as a Chartered Surveyor in 2006. Nick specialises in all areas of Residential Property including residential sales, residential lettings, development land and property auctions.

• Oliver Newby MNAEA


Oliver Newby MNAEA

Partner | Head Office

Having grown up in and around the villages of York, Oliver is approaching 20 years in the property industry having worked for some of the largest property organisations, both locally and nationally. From a family with a wealth of property background this allows him to offer an extensive knowledge of the people and property of North Yorkshire. Oliver joined the company in 2008 becoming a Partner in 2017, and is on hand to provide sound and sensible property advice.

• Ian E Reynolds FRICS BSc (Est Man)


Ian E Reynolds FRICS BSc (Est Man)

Managing Partner | Head Office

Ian has over 50 years experience of the Greater York property market and is the leading authority on residential development land in the North of England. Whether you have a single building plot or a large development site in excess of 100 acres Ian can provide expert advice on your asset and how to maximise it.

• James E Reynolds BA (Hons) MRICS


James E Reynolds BA (Hons) MRICS

Partner & RICS Registered Valuer | Head Office

James has over 20 years post qualification experience as a Chartered General Practice Surveyor, having previously worked for Sanderson Weatherall. He has considerable knowledge of the Yorkshire market and deals with all aspects of commercial property including; valuation advice for secured lending and company accounts; development appraisals/advice; sale, letting and purchase; rent reviews and lease renewals; non-domestic rating advice and commercial property management.

• Elliot Newby MRICS


Elliot Newby MRICS

Associate Partner & Head of Commercial Agency | Head Office

Elliot comes from a family with extensive property knowledge and is a graduate of Sheffield Hallam University with a degree in building surveying. In 2017 he completed his RICS qualifications to become a Chartered Surveyor and RICS Registered Valuer.

Having spent 10 years working for local independent companies, Elliot joined Stephensons in 2022 to head up our commercial agency arm, and is involved in all aspects of commercial property including agency, rent reviews, lease renewals, property management and formal RICS ‘Red Book’ valuations. Elliot was appointed as an Associate Partner in 2024

• Sarah Sherwood MNAEA


Sarah Sherwood MNAEA

Residential Sales Manager | York Office

Sarah joined the firm in 2005 as a member of the National Association of Estate Agents. An enthusiastic member of the team who is highly skilled in sales negotiation/progression and offers a vast knowledge of York and its villages. Sarah oversees our sales team and deals with all Sales Progression in our busy York office being on hand to guide buyers and sellers through the sales process.

• Amy Collings MNAEA MARLA


Amy Collings MNAEA MARLA

Senior Sales Consultant | Head Office

A local York lady, Amy joined Stephensons in 2023 having worked in the property industry since 2018. Passionate about property and delivering the best possible results for our clients, Amy is a member of both the National Association of Estate Agents and the Association of Residential Lettings Agents

• Amber Young


Amber Young

Sales Consultant | Head Office

Amber initially joined Stephensons as part of our ever growing Lettings Department before moving over into the Sale Department. Having worked in senior roles within the Student Property Sector for most of her career she brings excellent customer service and eye for detail to her role. Amber is a customer focused individual who works closely with both our sellers and buyers providing a smooth and efficient service.

• Martyn Pawson


Martyn Pawson

Sales Consultant | Head Office

Martyn is an experience sale person having worked for the company since 2020. Living locally, he initially joined the firm with a varied role covering both sales and lettings before joining the sale department full time in 2023.

• Daniel Wilson BA (Hons) PgDip MNAEA


Daniel Wilson BA (Hons) PgDip MNAEA

Branch Manager | Haxby Office

Dan joined Stephensons in 2015 and quickly became a part of the Stephensons family. Since joining the company, he has undertaken further studies to become a member of both the National Association of Estate Agents and the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors via Postgraduate studies at Sheffield Hallam University. Dan now offers a vast knowledge of the local property market, and is on hand to offer customers sound advice both in the selling and purchasing process. As an enthusiastic individual, Dan will advise the best strategy to market your property to its fullest potential and how to achieve the best possible price. In addition, Dan will keep a close eye on the conveyancing stage and see the sale through to completion.

• Emma Pritchett


Emma Pritchett

Sales Negotiator | Haxby Office

Emma started working for Stephensons in 2018 and has a strong background in residential property sales in and around the Haxby area. Emma is on hand to offer in depth advice about the local area and both buying and selling houses.

• Debbie Ragan


Debbie Ragan

Sales Consultant | Haxby Office

Debbie has recently joined us following a varied and successful career within the property industry. She has worked in estate agency for over 25 years in and around York and has an in depth knowledge of both the City and the surrounding towns and villages.

Debbie prides herself on her ability to build and maintain relationships with customers and to help guide them through the buying and selling process. She has a passion for property and bags of enthusiasm and is looking forward to being part of the Haxby team.

• Tom Brooks MNAEA


Tom Brooks MNAEA

Branch Manager | Selby Office

Tom joined the Selby team in 2015, before becoming Branch Manager 2019. A member of the National Association of Estate Agents with nine years of experience of both sales and property valuations, he offers a vast knowledge of the local property market and is driven to achieve the very best results for all his clients, understanding their requirements, exceeding expectations and takes pride in delivering an excellent level of customer service along the way.

• Millie Johnson


Millie Johnson

Sales Consultant | Selby Office

Millie joined the Selby branch in July 2024 and has quickly become an integral part of the team. Leading from the front, Millie is a dedicated Sales negotiator with a wealth of knowledge of the local property market and delivers exceptional customer service to new and existing clients. Millie is also extending her knowledge further by undertaking an industry recognised qualification.

• Hope Leighton


Hope Leighton

Junior Sales Consultant | Selby Office

Hope is our most recent addition to the Selby office and joins our sales team, continuing her pathway and development within the estate agency world. As junior sales negotiator, Hope is on hand to deal with all sales related enquiries, from booking market appraisals to viewings and all other general appointments. Hope has commenced her studies towards her National Association of Estate Agency, a recognised professional qualification in the UK property market

• Mary Romaniw


Mary Romaniw

Senior Sales Negotiator | Selby Office

Mary was born and bred in Selby and has a wealth of local knowledge and around 29 years experience in estate agency in Selby. Mary is passionate about her work in our busy sales reception, being a highly skilled negotiator handling all aspects of sales to ensure that our clients experience a stress free sale and purchase.

• Nick Lawrence


Nick Lawrence

Associate Partner | Easingwold Office

With over 35 years of estate agency experience selling a wide range of town and country properties locally, regionally and nationally, Nick provides our clients with expert guidance, realistic valuations and invaluable marketing advice on how to maximise their property’s true market potential. Having joined Stephensons in 2011, Nick became an Associate Partner in 2017 and manages our residential sales teams in both Easingwold and Boroughbridge.

• Samantha Lawrence


Samantha Lawrence

Sales Negotiator | Easingwold Office

Samantha joined Stephensons in 2022 having previously worked at management level within a fast paced customer focussed industry. Passionate about property and determined to deliver the best possible results for our clients, Samantha is ready to help you sell your property or hopefully find you the dream home that you’re looking for.

• Gill Glover


Gill Glover

Sales Negotiator | Easingwold Office

Having previously worked at Boulton Cooper Stephenson in Helmsley, Gill lives locally and joined the Easingwold sales team in 2016. Gill provides our clients with a professional, friendly and efficient approach whether you are in the process of buying, selling, renting or letting a property.

• Philippa Sanders


Philippa Sanders

Sales Negotiator | Easingwold Office

Philippa joined Stephensons in 2023 having embarked on her career in the property industry in Scotland in 2022. With a strong background in sales and customer service, Philippa is eager to assist both buyers and sellers alike throughout their property journey.

• Sue Smith


Sue Smith

Residential Sales Manager | Boroughbridge Office

With over 14 years of experience in residential sales and lettings in Easingwold, Boroughbridge and the surrounding areas, Sue aim is to ensure our clients the smoothest move possible and provides invaluable and unwavering support through the day to day challenges that buying, selling or renting a property brings by solving problems, finding answers and chasing up the weakest links in your chain.

• Nathan Plowright


Nathan Plowright

Sales Consultant | Boroughbridge Office

Nathan joined the Stephensons team in 2023 bringing with him a degree in Business & Entrepreneurship and having grown up in Boroughbridge, Nathan offers our clients a wealth of local knowledge and a determination to provide the highest standards of customer service. Nathan is also extending his knowledge further by undertaking an industry recognised qualification.

• Angela Atkinson


Angela Atkinson

Senior Negotiator | Knaresborough Office

Angela is a key member of our Knaresborough Sales & Lettings team bringing 26 years’ experience working in Harrogate, Knaresborough & Wetherby with the majority spent in Knaresborough itself.

Her knowledge of the area and negotiation skills compliment an already thriving office. In her spare time Angela enjoys with her husband and is a keen artist, using oil, pastel and water colour.

• Helen Russell


Helen Russell

Sales & Letting Negotiator | Knaresborough Office

Helen joined our Knaresborough team in September 2022 as a senior sales and letting negotiator. Her local knowledge is second to none as she lives centrally within Knaresborough, and has brought drive and enthusiasm to an already dynamic team.

• Iain Jarvis MNAEA


Iain Jarvis MNAEA

Head of Residential Lettings | York Office

Iain joined the Stephensons team in 2017 and comes with a wealth of property experience. Iain became a member of the National Association of Estate Agents in 2019 and is a pivotal part of our York team. An experienced Landlord and Investor himself Iain offers tenants and landlords a wealth of lettings experience. Out of work Iain enjoys cricket and can often be found on the golf course.

• June Morley


June Morley

Senior Lettings Consultant | Selby Office

June has worked for Stephensons for 20 years. She has lived and worked in Selby all her life and as a result her local knowledge is extensive. Her role within the Selby team includes managing the rental department and Personal Assistant to the Branch Manager. June has always been passionate about her job and is highly regarded by our clients

• Alex Copley


Alex Copley

Lettings Consultant | Head Office

Alex initially joined the company in 2022 before taking time away to travel the world. Returning in the summer of 2023 she offers superb customer service, providing a smooth and efficient service to both landlords and tenants.

• Olivia Ledden


Olivia Ledden

Lettings & Maintenance Consultant | Head Office

With a background in luxury serviced accommodation, Olivia joined Stephensons in 2024 and prides herself on high levels of service and a productive partnership with landlords, ensuring their properties are properly administered and looked after before, during, and after their tenancies.

With a passion for the property, Olivia’s experience within the Yorkshire property market provides her with a breadth of knowledge and she is on hand to assist both landlords and tenants through their letting journey, from dealing with move ins, inspections or ensuring prompt and comprehensive resolution to maintenance issues.

• Jake Stephenson


Jake Stephenson

Property Maintenance Consultant | York Office

Jake joins us from an East Yorkshire letting agents, where he dealt with all things lettings, from arranging viewings, dealing with references and tenancies right through to inspections and dealing with day-to-day property maintenance issues. Passionate about the property industry and keen to get stuck into the York market, Jake brings with him plenty of experience and a calm proactive approach when dealing with maintenance issues, ensuring these are resolved in a timely satisfactory manner.

• Paula Sunmer


Paula Sunmer

Secretary & PA to Managing Partner | York Office

Paula is a highly skilled secretary and an integral part to the Stephensons team. Playing a key role within the Commercial & Development department Paula provides vital support to both James Reynolds & Elliot Newby along with acting as Ian Reynolds PA.

• Maxine Smith


Maxine Smith

Secretary to Partners | Head Office

Maxine joined Stephensons in 2023 bringing a wealth of secretarial and administration experience. Maxine is a highly skilled secretary and an integral part to the Stephensons team. Playing a key role within the Commercial & Development department Maxine provides vital support as secretary to Nick Kay and Elliot Newby.

• Beth Bevis


Beth Bevis

Marketing Executive | Head Office

Beth is part of our digital marketing team, producing high quality content and ideas to ensure we fully maximise our offering to our clients. She offers a wealth of marketing expertise, constantly innovating and plays a pivotal part in the Stephensons brand

• Madeleine Quinlan-Beer


Madeleine Quinlan-Beer

Marketing Executive | Head Office

Maddy is our videographer and Social Media expert. Rarely seen without a camera or gimble in hand, she creates our eye catching video content for our Tiktok and other Social Media platforms – her videos attracted over 1,000,000 views last year

• Skye


Skye

Office Dog | Head Office

Skye has a tail that never stops wagging and is, without doubt, the most obedient member of the team. She is always on hand to offer much needed support and moral boost with even the most challenging of property transactions.

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