The UK’s largest provider of student accommodation – Unite Students – announces two new senior appointments. Claire Barber joins the business as Asset Management Director and Tom Brewerton is promoted to Group Development Director.
“These two positions are exciting developments for Unite Students. Claire brings important experience with her impressive background which will support the company as we continue to drive our portfolio and development strategy. Tom has a wealth of experience to lead our property development team going forward.”
Joe Lister, Chief Financial Officer, Unite Students
Claire joined the business in early January 2023. Previously she was Director of Asset Management at property management and investment company, Cadogan. Claire was responsible for Cadogan’s mixed use London Estate which is valued at almost £5bn. Prior to that, she was Head of Central London Retail and Meadowhall at property company British Land.
“I’m thrilled to join Unite Students at a very exciting time for this ambitious company. I look forward to supporting excellence and collaborating to secure new opportunities in support of the overall company purpose of creating a Home for Success.”
Claire Barber, Asset Management Director, Unite Students
Tom Brewerton – who has been with the business for eight years – has been promoted to Group Development Director, to lead its property development team. Tom joined the company in 2015 as Acquisitions and Development Surveyor. He has recently overseen the completion of two major projects – £190m Hayloft Point development in Aldgate, which completed last year, and £45m Campbell House in Bristol, which also opened in 2022.
“I’m delighted to take on this broader role to drive Unite Students’ property development team forward. I’m excited to be at the forefront of helping Unite Students achieve its ambitious development pipeline, continuing to build on the great achievements over the last few years with the opening on Hayloft Point and Campbell House.”
Tom Brewerton, Group Development Director, Unite Students
