Property and Construction
Big plans need strong foundations.
Large-scale property development has many moving parts. Government advocacy. Strategy and planning. PR. Community engagement.
Helping fit the pieces together.
With decades of experience working on some of the UK’s largest developments — from city office blocks and complete urban regeneration projects to garden villages, logistics and business parks — you can trust us to hold your hand at every stage of the process. Giving you the expert counsel and guidance you need to turn your ambitions into impact, on the ground. Helping you keep risks in check and protect your reputation along the way.
We’ve also been at the forefront of conversations on some of the most important issues facing the property sector, providing strategic guidance to clients affected by the fire and building safety agenda.
Work to be proud of.
Providing A Safe Place To Think.
We developed a strategic campaign to reach referrers and raise awareness amongst communities of Stonewater’s support.
Creating gold standards in later living engagement.
We support McCarthy Stone’s corporate reputation nationwide.
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News and Insights
Influence the conversations that matter. We understand how the system works, who matters and where the windows for influence lie.
Our Expertise
Reputation is everything. From strategy development to crisis communications, we shape and protect your corporate image.
Expertise beyond expectation.
We’re corporate and political specialists on a mission to solve big problems.
Brand strategy
A brand is more than just a logo, it’s a statement of intent to the world – a promise to your audience. We build brands that build trust and inspire loyalty through every interaction.
Corporate communications
Reputation is everything. From strategy development to crisis communications, we shape and protect your corporate image.
Government relations
Influence the conversations that matter. We understand how the system works, who matters and where the windows for influence lie.
Digital services
Reaching an audience has never been easier. But it’s harder than ever to stand out. Our expertise in the ever-changing digital landscape gives your online presence the strongest possible foundations.
Video and animation
We help brands tell their stories. Our cutting-edge video production services create stand-out content that demands to be shared.
Internal communications
We help clients engage their people. We create meaningful and compelling internal communications strategies and campaigns that drive employee engagement and create a sense of purpose.
Planning communications
Planning is complex, but not when you have a guide. We know how to engage with developers, investors, political influencers and local communities.
Our people; your team.
Max has a deep understanding of the political process in local and regional government. He is one of the leading communications professionals in the built environment, providing expert advice and insight on the intersection between politics, community, and media within the planning process. With over 15 years experience in planning communications and community engagement, he has worked with the Berkeley Group, British Land, McDonalds, as well as large public sector bodies on some of the UK’s most high-profile and complex projects. Max was previously a political advisor to a London borough and is responsible for the delivery of planning communications and community engagement for all our clients across the UK.
Sarah has extensive experience in developing stakeholder engagement and public affairs strategies for clients within the Built Environment. With nearly 10 years’ experience, Sarah has worked across all tiers of government, and across different consenting regimes, advising clients such as Unibail Rodamco Westfield, Crest Nicholson and National Grid.
Kevin has a deep understanding of the politics of planning having specialised in political advocacy, community consultation and campaigning for clients across the built environment over the last 13 years.
Leading our team across the North & Midlands, he has experience across the property, energy and infrastructure sectors, supporting clients including Aldi, BAM, CEMEX, Miller Homes, National Grid, Peel and Uniper. He works with local communities and their elected representatives to understand the need for and build acceptance of change to our built environment.
Steven has worked in public affairs for the last decade, establishing himself as a leading expert in planning communications in Scotland. In addition, Steven’s strong analytical skills, combined with his political awareness, ensures he is well placed to advise clients on how best to navigate the regulatory and policy landscape in Scotland, crucially lifting barriers to assist clients with their investment. Steven has worked extensively on projects throughout Scotland across many sectors including energy, renewables, house building, retail, commercial property, logistics, domestic manufacturing, waste wood recycling, health and science & technology. Steven leads the Glasgow office and operates throughout Scotland.
Paul has 25 years experience in political and corporate communications across Ireland but mostly in Belfast, where he founded MCE (now Cavendish) in 2006. His advisory work in crisis communications, political strategy and corporate affairs for a wide range of clients across virtually every sector gives him a unique insight into issues on the island of Ireland. His career started in television production and research and he also served for two years as Head of Communications for one of Northern Ireland’s major political parties.
Adam has a track record of delivering effective and engaging communication campaigns. He understands the Midlands political landscape and has a well-established network of contacts, from MPs to councillors and council leaders. He has over 10 years of experience working within political communications and local government. He has advised some of the UK’s biggest brands including Aldi, McDonald’s, and St. Modwen Homes. Adam leads our Midlands region, heading up teams operating out of our Birmingham and Nottingham offices.
Krystian has a decade of experience in planning communications and has substantial insight into the local, regional and national political dynamics that impact the built environment. He has led multiple high-profile engagement programmes for property, energy and infrastructure clients including EDF Energy, DLUHC, Homes England, Newlands Developments, Supermarket Income REIT, L&G and several major housebuilders and strategic land promoters. Krystian drives Cavendish’s growth across the UK, whilst continuing to deliver strategic planning communications advice for clients.
Oliver has a strong understanding of Westminster political and legislative processes, as well as local government engagement. He has over 6 years experience spanning strategic political counsel, legislative analysis and stakeholder relationship building, having worked for Grainger Plc, the Institute of Customer Service and SEGRO. He is a former Campaign Manager and Association Chairman for the Conservative Party and was London Deputy Field Director for Britain Stronger In Europe. He is responsible for strategy development and client engagement programmes.
Verity is an award-winning corporate communications and PR specialist, passionate about engaging audiences and driving change through impactful and influential communications. Working across both the public and private sectors, she has 20 years experience of developing and delivering integrated strategic and creative campaigns that directly meet business objectives and deliver measurable results. Verity leads our national corporate communications team and is also an experienced trainer able to lead media training and crisis management workshops.
Sam is an award-winning communications strategist with a track record of advising high-profile clients for over 20 years. Her expertise lies in developing integrated communications strategies that capture attention, initiate discussions, and influence behavioural change. She strongly believes in the power of storytelling and brand, and collaborates closely with her clients to craft impactful narratives that establish connections between audiences and brands.
Patrick Law has 30 years comms and public affairs experience, having designed and led comms teams at Centrica, British Gas, Barratt Developments, and Guinness Partnership. A previous chair and trustee of the UK’s leading fuel poverty charity and a trustee of the Hyde Housing Charitable Trust. Patrick combines consultancy advice with a PhD on Blair’s Downing Street Chief of Staff. He won the Cabinet Secretary’s prize for research on the European Referendum and with Sir Michael Barber wrote a study of Education Secretaries. He has also written a study of how Housing Associations communicate.
We’ve also built quite a reputation for ourselves.
