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You won’t find a group of people more in love with Worcestershire than the ladies and gents at Nicol & Co.
This beautiful county has everything. Fantastic connections by road and rail, outstanding schools great local sporting venues, culture and entertainment set amongst rolling hills, stunning panoramas and loveable, quaint towns and villages aplenty. We live here, we love here, and every member of our team wants to help you do the same.
Matt Nicol established Nicol & Co. Estate Agents in 2009 as a one-man band operating from a small office in Droitwich Spa. His vision was to change the way estate agency was done in Worcestershire; bringing integrity and transparency to an industry that people made jokes about. He is still dedicated to providing the most remarkable service.
As we grow
As the team has grown, we’ve invested in technology and developed systems to deliver the best outcome in a consistent, predictable way. We’ve helped thousands of people like you find their future in this beautiful county. We’ve been consulted and helped create some incredible developments. We’ve introduced families to their forever homes.
We’ve helped hundreds of landlords’ add to their portfolios and found them tenants and dealt with detail on their behalf.
Whatever you’re looking for, and whatever stage you’re at, chances are that the Nicol & Co team will be able to come up with the goods.
Our values
Dedicated
adjective: devoted to a task or purpose.
We are passionate, purposeful, and tenacious.
We care about the detail. We deliver on our promises. We never give up.
Attentive
adjective: paying close attention to something.
We are alert, caring and proactive.
We pick up on the small things. We care about the outcome. We listen, we respond, we deliver.
Progressive
adjective: happening or developing gradually or in stages.
We are driven, innovative and inspirational.
We are ahead of the curve. We break the mould. We lead we don’t follow.
Meet your property experts
Managing Director
Matt Nicol
Matt set Nicol & Co up as an individual venture in 2009. At his former employers he started out as a junior negotiator in 2004 but quickly progressed to running an office in 2007 and then through the recession. After the market began to show ‘green shoots’ of recovery in 2009 Matt knew it was time to set up in his home town. When he isn’t working, Matt can be found coaching the Droitwich Rugby Club U7’s, playing golf, and spending time with his wife and children.
Operations Director
Neil Randle
Neil and Matt worked together at a previous independent estate agency in Worcester before Matt left to open on his own. When the opportunity arose Neil was employed by Matt to head up his Worcester office in St Johns, within in a short period of time the office was market leader and recommended by many for its service. As result of continued success, and strategic growth plans Neil was appointed Operation Director to oversee all areas of residential sales and lettings in both offices.
Group Finance Director
Richard Nicol
Richard brings a vast amount of commercial experience to this recently established role. His understanding of Matt’s vision for the business, shared sense of values and natural desire to see his son succeed, means the Nicol & Co Group can continue to adopt a dynamic approach to its next phase of growth, safe in the knowledge there is a team in the background, providing support, focussed on the essentials. Richard is actively involved in a number of local regeneration initiatives and is particularly keen on developing social business models in communities that are struggling. When he’s not working, you’ll find him watching rugby or being jumped on by the grandchildren.
Sales Manager
Scott Hyde
Scott joined the Estate Agency business in 2009 and three years later, having a natural talent and boundless enthusiasm , became a Branch Manager. Scott joined the Nicol & Co team in January 2019 as Sales Manager at our Worcester office, where his energy, drive and experience is now inspiring his team. Scott prides himself in providing a quality service, achieving the best price for his clients and exceeding their expectations, so that they can trust in Nicol and Co to deliver their promises. He also has a keen interest in the training aspect of his work, passing on his knowledge and experience to build a stronger team. Outside work he is enjoys following Worcester Warriors and socialising.
New Homes Sales Manager
Joanna Gaze
Joanna is our New Homes Sales Manager, with previous Estate Agency experience in the UK and Dubai. She has an enthusiasm and passion for selling new houses which makes her an ideal New Homes Manager. She brings a creative mind set to the team with a love of interior design and making a house into a home. Joanna is a natural people person which comes across in the way she works, instilling confidence with her team and building rapport and trust with clients. Joanna spends time outside work renovating furniture and also loves to read, any spare time after this is spent shopping, enjoying good food and holidays in the sun!
Lettings Team Leader
Samantha Green
Samantha heads up the Nicol & Co Lettings team and has worked within the industry since leaving University. She has a natural ability to quickly build rapport with people and is a self-confessed perfectionist. Despite the Northern accent, Samantha has lived in area since 2009 and has extensive knowledge of the market throughout the region after previously covering areas including Redditch, Droitwich and Malvern. Outside of work, Samantha is a keen Formula 1 fan and avid reader.
Assistant Sales Manager
Coralie Walrond
Coral is completely dedicated to property having worked in the industry from 2014 and recently refurbishing two properties in her spare time. Describing herself as customer focussed, Coral works to ensure that all of her clients have an exceptional experience throughout their property journey. Coral is also a member of both the National Association of Estate Agents & National Association of Residential Letting Agents. Away from work Coral enjoys travelling and spending time with family.
Associate
Karen Smith
Karen has worked within the estate agency business for over ten years and has enjoyed a varied career path prior to joining Nicol&Co which has included working in both Norway and Chicago. In her spare time Karen enjoys skiing, cycling, and the odd glass of wine with friends.
Office Manager
Tom Jackson
Tom has worked within the estate agency industry for over 5 years, starting out with an agency dealing in high value properties in Chiswick London, and Cheshire. He decided to return to his hometown in 2015 and started working with Nicol & Co. Tom plays Sunday league football and is a committed Aston Villa supporter.
Senior Sales Specialist
Gemma Welch
Gemma Welch (formerly Darbyshire) has worked within the estate agency business for the past 8 years, the first 2 of those at FleetMilne where she entered on the graduate scheme. Gemma has a 1st Class Degree in Geography and the NFOPP Residential Lettings and Sales qualifications. Outside of work Gemma is kept busy by her young son and playing netball for the Worcester Netball Club.
Sales Specialist
Paul Spregg
Paul has been a Sales Specialist with Nicol & Co since 2015, and prior to that he describes his career path as slightly ‘rocky’. Ever the comedian, Paul’s claim to fame is that he held the smallest man in the world whilst in the Philippines. His genuine hobbies include cycling, playing cricket, and following the football.
Sales Specialist
Zoe Davies
Zoe joined the Nicol & Co sales team in 2019. Zoe thoroughly enjoys assisting sellers in achieving the best possible price for their homes and prides herself on being honest and approachable. Zoe has a contagious work ethic and separates herself from the competition by always being willing to go the extra mile for her clients. Outside of work, Zoe enjoys socialising with her friends and is an avid gym goer.
Sales Specialist
Henry Burlison Churan
Henry joined the Nicol & Co team in 2018, after enjoying a successful career in recruitment. He thoroughly enjoys speaking to new people and assisting with their queries, which he now applies to his current role as a Sales specialist. He describes himself as a social person and is always spotted around the office and on appointments with a smile on his face. Outside of work, Henry enjoys playing sports and spending time with his partner and friends.
Sales Specialist
Robin McKenzie
Robin has been an estate agent since December 2017. She is hardworking and attentive. Robin prides herself on providing exceptional customer service and will always go the extra mile to make her clients happy. When she is not working Robin loves to travel and wants to see different parts of the world. When not globe-trotting Robin loves to be outside walking her dogs.
Sales Negotiator
Dan Westwood
Dan has joined us from a successful background in the retail & customer services sector working for a reputable well known UK company. He strives to provide a first class customer experience in order to help you reach you goal of moving. He is a keen sports enthusiast and has been captain to the teams he has been a part of. Enjoying the opportunity to travel in more recent time, he is a strong family man. He has just recently purchased a new home in Worcestershire with first hand knowledge & experience of selling with us before becoming a new member of team Nicol & Co.
Sales Specialist
Lucy-Jo Burtoft
Lucy-Jo works in the Droitwich Spa team as a Sales Specialist. Having worked previously for a major store, customer focus is at the fore-front of her ambition in Estate Agency. She loves getting to meet and to know new people whilst showing them around properties. When she is not working Lucy-Jo loves spending time with her young family at home and on family holidays.
Sales Progressor
Sam Sturdy
Sam started her career at catering college where she trained as a Chef and where she achieved her City & Guilds qualifications. She then progressed into the Estate Agency industry and within this time she carried out various roles before taking time out to have her family. Outside of work Sam takes care of her son and daughter and also enjoys running when she has the time.
Senior Sales Progressor
Leanne Fletcher
Leanne has worked within the estate agency industry for more than 10 years, starting in an admin role and working her way up from there. She is a wife and mother of two and a self-proclaimed social butterfly who enjoys spending time with friends and family.
Land & Development Consultant
Luke Alexander
Luke joined Nicol & Co after a successful career within accountancy recruitment, where he gained a wealth of sales experience. Thorough, diligent and consultative, he is motivated by providing excellent customer service at all times. At Nicol & Co Luke is dedicated to identifying potential land plots and tracking them throughout planning. He will also assist with the sales of the new homes. Luke is a valuable contact for developers seeking to buy land, and also private owners looking to unlock the potential in their land.
New Homes Sales Specialist
Alexandra Bennett
Alexandra joined Nicol & Co in November 2018 after having always shown an interest in Estate Agency. She has a passion for the property market which gave her the push to take up a career with Nicol & Co. Alexandra has excellent people skills and prides herself on building a good rapport with clients and thinks honesty is definitely the best policy when selling houses. Outside work, Alexandra is an avid Wolverhampton Wanderers fan and loves a good box set!
Property Manager
Tom Tomlins
Tom joined Nicol & Co Lettings Department in Spring 2019 after spending time working in the food industry. Having started his career in estate agency at a young age, Tom brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the team, along with the benefit of holding the NFOPP Level 3 Award in Residential Letting and Property Management. Tom describes himself as honest and dedicated to the role, and adopts a calm and measured approach when dealing with Landlords and tenants. Outside of work, Tom is a keen snowboarder, after gaining his instructor qualification in Canada, and he also enjoys keeping fit.
Lettings Specialist
Juri Kohno
Juri joined Nicol & Co in 2019 after working in the Warwickshire lettings market. Juri describes himself as organised and prides himself on listening to what clients are looking for and ensures that he delivers remarkable service from start to finish. In his spare time, Juri enjoys spending time with his daughter and travelling when he gets the opportunity.
Administrator
Michelle Battin
Michelle has worked as an administrator for the past three years and prior to that worked in childcare for 10 years. In her spare time, she enjoys socialising with friends and taking fitness classes at the gym. Michelle is married and likes to find time for days out and meals with her husband.
Operations & Administration Assistant
Shaun Crowe
Shaun joined the company in Summer 2018, initially joining as a viewings specialist he very quickly developed to assist in many areas of the business. He comes from a health and safety background and prides himself as being a committed and professional individual. He has lived in Droitwich since he was 11 years old, therefore knows the area really well. Outside of work, Shaun enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and friends and has a passion for rugby and technology.
Finance & Administration Assistant
Cristiana Paraschiv
Cristiana joined the team at Nicol & Co in 2017 and during this time has become an integral part of the company. As part of her role within ‘The Hub’ Cristiana provides support to every department and is always willing to take on additional responsibilities. This is appreciated by all and demonstrated in Cristiana winning both the Managers Choice & People’s Choice awards at the recent Nicol & Co Awards. Cristiana has a 2:1 degree in Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations and outside of work, she enjoys reading and travelling.
Marketing Assistant
Steve Poke
Stephen joined Nicol & Co as a Marketing Assistant in January 2017, with this being his first foray into the estate agency business. Within his role he is responsible for carrying out virtual tours, taking property photography and providing aerial shorts for marketing materials. In his spare time, Stephen enjoys playing and watching rugby and spending time with family and friends.
Digital Marketing Assistant
William Merryweather
Wil joined Nicol and Co in July 2019, he is excited by his new opportunity in the Digital Marketing department managing our social media channels. He enjoys working in a team and has a passion for photography. Wil likes to spend time outside of work seeing friends, cooking and eating good food.
Mortgage Advisor
Nick Marsh
Nick is an extremely experienced Mortgage Advisor with over 26 years’ experience. He is FPC and CeMap qualified and is the man to speak to for the latest and best mortgage offers. He has access to 90 lenders and over 11,000 products. When Nick isn’t arranging mortgages he can be found watching Hereford FC and walking his pet lurcher dog.
Mortgage Advisor
Jo Mezzone
Jo started her career in insurance and sales where she spent 8 years before moving into financial services for 3 years. She had been working at Nicol & Co for the past 18 months taking advantage of her NVQ L3 in Business Administration and Certificate in Mortgage Advice before moving on to work with WhiteOak Mortgages. Jo plays netball weekly with the Worcester Netball Club.
Viewings Negotiator
Georgina Mitchell
Georgina joined Nicol & Co in September 2018 as a weekend Viewings Negotiator, having spent 20 years in the hospitality industry. Georgina wanted a new challenge and felt her knowledge and skill set lent itself to Estate Agency. Georgina sees customer focus as paramount when dealing with and showing customers around houses and enjoys being able to provide a quality service. Outside work, Georgina loves to travel and spent 6 months travelling across the world, mostly in a camper van!
Viewings Negotiator
Victoria Kean
Vicky joined the company in 2019 and this is her first venture in estate agency. Her desire to work in the industry came from having an active interest in the Droitwich property market and feels this will aide her in assisting prospective tenants find their perfect property. Vicky describes herself as organised, positive and disciplined; which mainly stems from her love of dancing and fitness. Outside of work, Vicky enjoys spending time with her family and going to the theatre.
Viewings Negotiator
Jayne Burbridge
Jayne joined Nicol & Co in February as part time Viewings Negotiator. Her career path has been diverse from Probation Service Officer to her own business as a Complementary Health Therapist. Jayne naturally is a people person with a warm friendly approach. She is passionate about building trust, confidence & respect. In her spare time Jayne enjoys hiking with her dog, chalk painting, travelling and quality time with her family.
Viewings Negotiator
Elizabeth French
Elizabeth works for Nicol & Co as a weekend Viewings Negotiator. She has always had a passion for property which prompted her to take up a career with Nicol & Co. Elizabeth thoroughly enjoys speaking to new people and assisting with their queries whilst out on viewings. Outside work of work, Elizabeth loves to exercise and plays a lot of tennis and covers many miles cycling. Elizabeth also likes to give back to the local community and volunteers at Worcester Royal Hospital
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