Our Team of Experts

Mark is a professional member of the National Association of Estate Agents (MNAEA), a NEBOSH Health and Safety qualified advisor, an Associate of the Institute of Property Management (AIRPM) and the appointed representative for Association of Residential Managing Agents ARMA-Q! Mark heads up our Leasehold Property Management Department alongside managing the operational growth of the business alongside Jacqui and Lyn and making sure the staff get their Friday morning bacon butties!

Originally from SA, Lyn has over 15 years’ experience in the lettings industry, is a professionally qualified member of ARLA (MARLA) and a Qualified Accountant. Lyn manages the overall running of the company alongside Mark and sister Jacqui, overseeing the Lettings department and managing our Prosecco supplies (for the clients of course!).

Jacqui was one of the original AJ Team working for the company in 2002! After taking time off to have her 4 children she has returned and continued take the Sales and Rental team from strength to strength and is now company Director. Jacqui is always ready with a listening ear, an uplifting chat or a kind word for both staff and clients, and is an expert mediator ensuring everyone is happy throughout the sales and rentals processes!

Nicole is one of our Associate Partners specialising in residential property sales. A property enthusiast herself, Nicole has lived, worked and raised her family locally for many years and knows Southport, Birkdale and surrounding areas extremely well- Birkdale Village being a particular favourite! Having previously worked as part of our Sales Team, Nicole is now an Associate Partner of Anthony James and carries out valuations, lists properties, negotiates sales and supports her clients through to completions well as being a consistent point of contact for her buyers looking for the perfect home.

After originally living and working in South Manchester, Jake relocated to Southport to be with Anthony James at the start of 2021. He is a key member within the rentals team having worked within the lettings industry since 2017. He liaises with Landlords and Tenants to ensure tenancies run smoothly, paperwork is up to date and maintenance/repairs are carried out promptly. Jake is responsible for his own portfolio and is the first point of contact for his Landlord and Tenants to provide friendly on hand support with all of their property needs.

Ellie works in the rentals team as a property co-ordinator, managing properties in the Southport and Liverpool areas. Ellie is diligent in ensuring that the tenant’s move in process runs smoothly and efficiently, for both the landlord and tenant and throughout the course of the tenancy. Ellie can be spotted in the office typing away with freshly painted nails every week.

Gemma is one of our Associate Partners
specialising in residential property sales. Previously working within
retail for over eleven years, Gemma lives and breathes sales with her
infectious smile and cheeky charm resulting in an excellent business network.
She started with the AJ team in October 2022 alongside our rental team and has
since moved her way into the world of Sales. Being an adopted ‘’sandgrounder’’
Gemma has lived within Southport almost all of her life. It is not uncommon to
find Gemma frequenting the best bars in town searching for the finest wine
whilst also being the best mummy possible. Gemma provides services including valuations, marketing, sales negotiation and supporting her
clients through to completions as well as being a consistent point of contact
for her buyers looking for the perfect home.

Mandy born and bred in Southport joined the family business in May 2023. However, she is not new to the industry. Having worked within customer services for over twenty years, Mandy decided it was time to join our award-winning team. When Mandy is not in the office, you can catch her at various gym classes and taking her two boys along the local hiking trails of Merseyside & Lancashire. With her passion and eagerness to succeed, along with her famous cheeky smile you can be rest assured that Mandy will look after our clients and customers every step of the way.

Suzie joined Anthony James in January 2024 and has quickly become a valued member of our rentals team. Previously working in estate agency & retail for over twenty years, she has exceptional customer service experience to put our client and customer’s minds at ease and will always go the extra mile. Having lived in Southport all her life making her a true ”Sandgrounder”, if you don’t catch Suzie in the office then you will most likely see her testing the local coffee shops for the best possible brew. Suzie truly has a wide array of local knowledge making her a true asset towards the services we can offer.

Having spent the last 20 years in the construction business, Nigel joined Anthony James as a Site surveyor in July 2022, Nigel’s main responsibilities are carrying out annual health & safety visits including liaising with the block management directors to facilitate compliance, repairs, and maintenance of their buildings.

Kevin started working in accounts, quite by accident, 25 years ago when he injured my back labouring. He has worked in all areas of accounts during his 25 years from dealing with purchase invoices to submitting accounts to Companies House. Since 2010 Kevin has worked exclusively in the Property Management sector and has enjoyed the variations it offers to his personal development. During his spare time (not much mind you!) he enjoys spending time with his family and doing various activities with his young son. Kevin also enjoys reading, football and snooker.

Having previously worked in conveyancing for many years Marie is using her legal knowledge to prepare leasehold management packs for solicitors dealing with sales. Alongside this Marie is learning the ropes and settling in well to her role as a leasehold coordinator in our leasehold management team

Georgia previously studied Architecture in Liverpool John Moore’s University before joining Anthony James Leasehold Team. Georgia works alongside Catherine , managing the blocks on behalf of the residents and is one of the main contacts for project management and any maintenance issues. She is also chief sweet keeper, and tries her best to hide the goodies from Mark Cunningham.

Before joining Anthony James, I worked in childcare and as a teacher for 17 years. During this time, I learnt many transferable skills that I have brought to my role as Property Coordinator. I work alongside Georgia as a main point of contact in the leasehold team. During my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and going to the gym.

Louise plays two vital roles within the office, both in her primary role and secondary role as Head of Health and Wellbeing. Louise monitors staff hydration levels and ensures there are always plenty of cups of tea in circulation, as well as liaising with external blue chip organisations such as The Post Office and High Street Banks.

AJ is responsible for all internal office staff complaint handling. He also mystery shops all local sandwich bars for free food during his lunchtime walk. AJ is one of the key team members on the “Meet and Greet” team.