Background: I started my professional life in the catering industry, spending eight years at Queenwood Golf Club before moving into the world of recruitment. Prior to joining TGL, I worked for nine years in recruitment, progressing from a Trainee to Associate Director and delivering recruitment assignments mainly within the UK’s built environment. This spanned Health, Safety & Compliance related roles up to Directors of Operations, Finance Directors and Property Services. A key achievement within my career has been supporting the early adopters of building safety, including L&Q, Peabody and The Guinness Partnership, to name a few.

 Expertise: I am currently gaining qualifications within Building Safety and have a deep understanding of leadership roles across housing associations, care providers and charities. I particularly enjoy working with small to medium-sized housing associations, helping them gain access to best practice guidance and mentoring from thought leaders so they can provide the best support to their residents and communities.

Greatest achievement working within the sector: Following the Grenfell Tower incident, I hosted a private meeting with a number of Property Owners, Housing Associations and Sector experts to help share response strategies, process the emerging guidance and review the initial Hackitt Report. Following this, I supported The Guinness Partnership in developing its first Building Safety team, from Director level down to Building Safety Manager. During this period, I also engaged with the CIOB to review pilot content for its new Building Safety Diploma and sat within the UK’s first and largest Building Safety Forum.

Outside of work: I have three daughters, Riley, Blake and Casey, who are great entertainment along with Hugo, the family Spaniel. When I have the chance, I am keen golfer currently holding a +1 handicap so play regular armature opens or county events along with representing the club in matches.

Working closely with our Operations Director and Business Manager, Mia provides comprehensive support across the wider business. Her role is integral to the smooth running of the practice, covering a broad remit of operational and digital responsibilities.

A graduate of the University of Sussex with a 2:1 in Law with Business Management, Mia also manages her own online fashion label. This venture demonstrates the entrepreneurial flair and creative mindset that she applies to her work.

Out of office: Mia is dedicated to her fashion brand whilst maintaining a healthy balance between the gym and socialising with family or friends.ds.

Background: Brandon joined Thomas Gray in 2024 after graduating from the University of Exeter. Prior to this, he spent nearly six years at Costa Coffee, where he progressed into a managerial role and enjoyed building strong relationships with both suppliers and customers.

Expertise: Having initially focused on candidate management and market intelligence, Brandon has now shifted towards placing industry professionals primarily within the Sales, Commercial, and Build teams.

Greatest achievement at TGL: Brandon’s greatest achievement was his first solo placement—it marked the moment all the hard work, learning, and persistence paid off. An even better feeling than passing his probation.

Outside of the office: When not 3 putting on the golf course, Brandon can be seen out with his friends and family walking his dog, whilst also taking on new challenges.

Background: George joined Thomas Gray in 2021 following 8 years across Sales and Marketing within the FMCG sector for the likes of Red Bull and Diageo.

Expertise: With a network of clients and candidates that incorporates the Thames Valley, South Coast, and South West Regions, George has successfully introduced candidates across all functions within the sector, from Assistant level up to Head of Department.

Greatest achievement at TGL: Aside from his national Geographical skills improving beyond recognition, George is most proud of the relationships he has built through his time with the business, not only with clients but also becoming a trusted consultant to a wide network of industry leaders and candidates – offering career advice and support across all aspects of the industry.

Outside of work: Having been forced to retire from club rugby due one injury too many, George is committed to his role as Chairman of the Treeline Golf Society or can be found travelling around the country in his converted Campervan with his fiancé and their Cocker Spaniel, Hank.

Background: Prior to joining TGL in 2006, Stuart enjoyed twelve years’ service in the Royal Engineers within topographical ‘Map Making’ and representing the RE, Army and Combined Services at Rugby. A move into personal training at Wentworth Club proved both successful and timely as he met and trained his now MD, Ian Gray.

Expertise: Offering a broad exposure to most development disciplines, Stuart is well connected and generally focuses on Technical, Commercial and Construction and has placed many middle management and Director level personnel across the country.

Greatest Achievement: Making the move North to the Sheffield area in 2020 and expanding his knowledge and client base whilst maintaining and supporting many years’ of connections in the South East.

Outside of work: Family, occasional Golf and staying fit and healthy. Stuart is in the gym 3 or 4 days each week and is a father of three young adults that are making their way in the world; perhaps not necessarily listening to their Dad’s advice.