About

Stewart has spent more than 20 years at Reef and is involved in the delivery of many complex developments and investments totalling several billion pounds in end value. Stewart is proud of Reef’s strategic partnerships and this, together with an innovative approach to design, funding and delivery, has positively influenced the team’s ability to deliver vibrant and sustainable places.

Stewart is passionate about collaborating with a range of organisations such as research, academic and healthcare institutions, together with funding, occupier and local authority partners that are critical to the success of any project.

He has spent the last ten years focusing on the healthcare, science and innovation sectors, with all projects underpinned by placemaking excellence. Within his role as CEO of Reef + Partners, he is actively engaged with project teams across a range of developments.

With over 20 years of experience, Peter is responsible for leading and delivering high-impact developments, including Tribeca, a 1 million sq ft Life Sciences and innovation Campus in King’s Cross; the strategic joint venture with Guy’s and St Thomas’ Foundation at Snowsfields and the repositioning of Gloucester City Centre, a mixed-use commercial scheme developed in partnership with the City Council.

Peter is deeply committed to delivering meaningful change, and bringing people and best in class teams together to achieve ambitious goals. He finds purpose in tackling complex challenges head-on and enjoys working with our numerous and varied partners.

As Managing Director he oversees the Development and Asset Management teams within the Business, and is the Board Director responsible for ESG across the portfolio.

Jon is responsible for delivering a high performing finance function at Reef + Partners. He has over 17 years’ of experience in real estate, with deep expertise in commercial, residential and retail sectors. He trained as a Chartered Management Accountant at EY where he was a corporate finance consultant for 10 years; and subsequently moved into senior finance positions within real estate organisations including Head of Investment at Clarion Housing Group, Finance Director for a retail focused property developer, and Head of Transactions for Related Argent. In addition to his role as Chief Financial Officer, Jon is a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Finance & Audit Committee for a for-profit Registered Provider.

Stephen has over 40 years’ experience within real estate, holding senior leadership roles within a sovereign wealth fund, an international property company, an international investment bank, a global real estate consultancy and a Big 4 accounting firm. He has extensive international experience across 6 continents.

He now has a portfolio career as a Board Chair, NED, Trustee and Advisory Board Member within the corporate and public sectors, including an advisory role for a globally leading university on property matters including the Life Science focussed sector. Stephen also has a number of pro bono appointments within the arts and education sectors.

Educated at the University of Cambridge, Adam has over 35 years of experience in property investment and development and joined Reef in 2018. Before this, Adam was Head of Annuity Transactions at Legal & General and has been involved in over £5 billion of long-income transactions over the last 13 years. His work includes advising the Reef team on many projects and delivering the funding structures for a student scheme in Oxford, and regeneration partnerships in Wimbledon and Silvertown (London). Adam is dedicated to providing solutions to the affordable housing crisis and sustainable regeneration of UK town & city centres.

Adrian is a Solicitor with over 25 years’ experience within Real Estate development.

He has advised Reef for over 20 years on complex long-income, pre-letting, regeneration schemes and development funding transactions and has been involved from the outset in Reef projects including Cavendish Square, Hammersmith, the Store Oxford, Silvertown and Wimbledon.

He is dedicated to successful collaboration with Reef’s partners’ legal teams in accordance with Reef’s values throughout the entire funding and development cycle.

Adrian is an Executive Director of BRM, driving their expansion and growth for 20 years. He brings this experience, entrepreneurial spirit and commerciality to Reef’s dealings, not just the law.

Ed joined Reef in 2018, bringing a strong background in investment and asset management. He spent eight years in key roles at HSBC Global Real Estate and a private equity-backed property company, where he specialised in the acquisition, repositioning, and revitalisation of town centre assets across the UK. At Reef, Ed leverages his expertise in financial analysis, investment strategy, leasing, and funding applying to both asset management and development of major development projects across a diverse range of asset classes. Committed to creating impactful, future-focused developments, he is passionate about delivering environments that drive economic growth and enhance communities.

Hannah is a real estate professional with a strong focus on life healthcare and science-led development. Since joining Reef, she has been instrumental in the transformative life science-focused mixed-use campus at Royal College Place in King’s Cross, London. A graduate of the University of Cambridge with a Starred Double First-Class degree in Land Economy, Hannah has amassed a diverse range of experience across consultancy and client-side roles. She started her career as an investment manager, leading on a range of investment and development acquisitions, before transitioning to a development and asset management role, where she has gained strategic oversight of all stages of the project lifecycle.

Will began his career in architecture before gaining experience at leading engineering firm Whitbybird and planning consultancy DP9. A qualified Planning and Development Surveyor, he became an equity partner at Argent, where he spent 16 years driving the transformation of the King’s Cross estate.

Joining Reef in 2025, Will brings extensive expertise across the entire development lifecycle, including master planning, design, planning, procurement, construction, leasing, and asset management. His diverse experience spans multiple asset classes, including commercial, residential, leisure, retail, hospitality, and education.

Ben joined Reef Group in 2023, bringing seven years of experience in Central London commercial property development. He specializes in diverse development delivery models and has a comprehensive understanding of the full project lifecycle, from initial appraisal to completion and exit. At Reef, Ben plays a key role in expanding our science and innovation portfolio, leading the delivery of Tribeca and Snowsfields through their respective construction and planning application phases.

Kade is a current member of our Asset Management and Development team, working closely with the Asset Management team on Kings Walk and Gravesend, as well as the Development team on Tribeca. He also contributes to a range of other developments. In addition to his role, Kade studies one day a week towards a Chartered Surveyor Degree in Commercial Real Estate, including a BSc (Hons) in Real Estate Management. Having transitioned from a full-time rugby career, Kade is committed to expanding his knowledge and taking on increasing responsibility across various projects.

Gary has over 20 years of industry expertise covering the entire development lifecycle, including master planning, design, procurement, and construction. Originally studying design, he later earned a Master's degree in Project Management from University College London.

His career includes roles at industry-leading companies such as Laing O’Rourke and Foster + Partners before joining Stanhope, where he played a key role in shaping and delivering large-scale, complex projects including Bloomberg London, Television Centre, and Oxford North.

Gary's experience spans new builds and refurbishment projects across a variety of asset classes, including life sciences, offices, residential, hospitality and cultural. Since joining Reef in 2025, Gary's knowledge and rigorous approach are strategically deployed to ensure that our ambitious projects are grounded in practical deliverability from the outset and carefully managed throughout the procurement and construction phases.

Passionate about placemaking and the creation of high-quality, sustainable developments, Gary is adept at building strong relationships with partners and is committed to assembling exceptional project teams and fostering a collaborative environment.

Phil is an ARB and RIBA accredited Architect with over 20 years of expertise in designing and managing delivery of innovative and complex mixed-use regeneration schemes with innovation and technology at their core. He joined Reef in 2011 after developing numerous residential, educational and leisure projects in leading architectural practices in London and Athens.

As Development & Design Director at Reef, Phil has managed the planning, procurement and construction stages of numerous projects in the residential, hotel and leisure sectors. Building strong relationships with construction, consultant, funding, local stakeholder and end-user partners along the way. Phil is dedicated to revitalising town and city centres, focusing on high-quality, sustainable design and complex problem-solving.

Thomas joined Reef Group in 2021 and has been focused on developing our science and innovation portfolio. This includes securing planning for 2 major projects in Stevenage and Oxford, and he is currently delivering world-class research facilities in central London including Tribeca, Snowsfields Quarter and Royal College Place. Thomas studied architecture at The Bartlett, UCL, and has worked for several award-winning architecture firms, giving him an in depth understanding of the design, coordination and construction of complex projects. He is passionate about designing adaptive built environments for a changing climate, and ensuring that the places that Reef create provide the maximum social and economic value with the minimum possible impact on the planet.

Over the last 6 years at Reef, Sam has helped shape the direction of design and development on multiple projects across sectors including healthcare, life sciences, office, hospitality and leisure. Leading on the design and delivery of projects including Cavendish Square, The Forum and the London Motorsports Campus, Sam curates teams of designers, oversees project management and is instrumental as part of the team in securing occupiers to sustain the places Reef creates. Focused on delivering high impact sustainable regeneration in cities he is passionate about public space in every project and the social benefits that our developments deliver to existing communities and new occupants.

Sarah studied Architecture at Manchester School of Architecture, where her work was nominated for the RIBA Silver Medal. She is an ARB and RIBA-accredited Architect. Prior to joining Reef, Sarah was an Associate at Foster + Partners, contributing to a variety of high-profile projects across the Middle East and Asia, including the Shura Island development on the Red Sea. Sarah has experience in a range of sectors including hospitality, office, residential and mixed-use schemes. She believes in delivering design excellence whilst integrating a contextually sensitive approach and sustainable solutions for positive environmental change.

Seb joined Reef Group in 2022, bringing international experience in delivering complex, high-profile developments, including an award-winning hotel in Australia. With a background in architecture, he has worked across the life sciences, heritage, residential and hospitality sectors, gaining a deep understanding of design, coordination, and construction. He is leading the development of the c.1 million sq ft London Motorsports Campus and was instrumental in securing planning for a recent major life sciences scheme in Cambridge. Dedicated to sustainable design, Seb focuses on creating enduring, people-centered places that maximise social and economic benefit while integrating low-carbon materials and climate resilience.

Matteo is an architect with international experience spanning Australia, Italy, and the UK. Educated at the Politecnico di Milano and TU Delft in the Netherlands, he has worked with renowned design practices, contributing to high-profile projects in the commercial, hospitality, and life science sectors. Since joining Reef in 2019, he has played a key role in major projects including Cavendish Square and The Store – a four-star boutique hotel in Oxford – as well as various life sciences and mixed-use developments. Driven by a passion for design excellence and a commitment to shaping a better-built environment, Matteo combines creative vision with technical expertise to deliver innovative and impactful developments.

Paul has been with Reef for over 7 years and brings 17 years of experience across office, life-science, residential, hospitality, leisure, transport, and culture sectors. He has played a key role in the design and delivery of Gloucester Forum, set to complete in 2025 and Gloucester Whitefriars, and valuable team player for the delivery of The Gate Hotel in London. Specialising in placemaking and regeneration, Paul enjoys taking projects from early concept through to delivery, with a focus on holistic, sustainable design that responds to its context. He embraces parametric tools to unlock design potential and drive innovation. His strong technical background allows him to navigate challenging interfaces and deliver thoughtful, buildable solutions— bringing value to Reef’s design-led collaborative project processes.

James is an accomplished Chartered Accountant with over 10 years of expertise in the Real Estate sector, specialising in a diverse range of asset classes across Property Development, Private Equity, Family Offices, and REITs. Utilising my experience to contribute to the successful execution of all of Reef and Partner’s magnificent projects.

A strategic and dependable leader, adept at ensuring compliance with regulatory and stakeholder requirements across complex financial structures. Proven track record in establishing best-in-class finance functions, driving operational efficiencies, and empowering teams to deliver value at every level. Leveraging extensive industry experience, gained from working across multiple asset classes and countries, to support informed financial decision-making and enhance overall business performance.

With over two years of experience as an Accounts Assistant in the real estate development sector, Emma has a dedicated and detail-oriented approach to financial operations.

She is part-qualified in AAT, actively developing her accounting knowledge and skills to enhance her professional expertise. She is passionate about streamlining accounting processes to improve efficiency while maintaining strong, positive relationships with colleagues and partners. Emma’s commitment to accuracy and teamwork helps support smooth project delivery and overall business success.

Ieva is an Accounts Assistant at Reef + Partners, holding a First-Class Honours degree in Accounting and Finance. With experience in digital media and real estate sectors, Ieva specialises in financial process support, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficient operations. Key strengths include managing financial data, streamlining processes, and providing valuable insights to enhance efficiency and organisational performance.

Kayleigh is a highly skilled Management Accountant with both AAT and ACA qualifications and over 6 years experience delivering financial leadership and operational insight across fast-paced and growth-driven environments. Kayleigh brings a deep understanding of cost management, performance analysis, and strategic planning to Reef + Partners.

She plays a key role in empowering leadership teams with the insights needed to navigate change, manage risk, and identify growth opportunities. Known for a hands-on, solutions-focused approach, Kayleigh is committed to building finance functions that add value at every level of the organisation.

Roisin joined Reef in early 2020 and plays a pivotal role in ensuring seamless operations at the heart of the business. She started as an Executive Assistant, providing high-level organizational support to the CEO and MD as they steered the business in exciting new directions. Over time, her role has expanded to encompass broader operational and people-focused responsibilities. In addition to managing the daily rhythm of the office, Roisin oversees administrative functions, fosters a positive workplace culture, and supports the wider team. With a keen focus on efficiency, employee experience, and office management, she ensures Reef remains a welcoming, well-run, and high-performing environment.

With a strong academic foundation in advertising, PR, and branding, Madiha brings a unique blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and organisational expertise to her role as Reef’s Office Manager.

Her professional journey spans both corporate and customer-facing roles, blending branding expertise with a strong background in customer service. This diverse experience has given her valuable insights into client care, inventory management, and team leadership — skills that enable her to manage office operations with efficiency and empathy.

Madiha is responsible for overseeing daily office activities, coordinating administrative functions, and ensuring smooth communication across departments. She places a strong emphasis on embedding brand values into workplace culture and is deeply committed to fostering a positive, inclusive environment where every team member feels seen, heard, and empowered. Madiha’s passion is reflected in her people-first approach, attention to detail, and drive to create a supportive and collaborative workplace.