United Living Appoints New CEO to Spearhead Property Services Growth
United Living, a leading provider of quality homes and sustainable communities, has announced the appointment of Claire Kershaw as the new Chief Executive Officer for its Property Services division. This strategic move underscores the company's commitment to bolstering its position in the sector and delivering enhanced services to its clients.
Claire Kershaw brings over 20 years of extensive experience within the social housing sector, encompassing property maintenance, refurbishment and regeneration. An accomplished leader, Claire has held significant leadership roles in prominent companies such as Mitie, Willmott Dixon and Kier. Throughout her career, she has spearheaded business strategy and successfully delivered impactful operational, customer experience, work-winning and procurement improvement programmes.
Luke Anderson, Chief Operating Officer of United Living Group, expressed his enthusiasm for the appointment, stating: “We are delighted to welcome Claire to the team. Her professional credibility and strong leadership will be instrumental in driving our successful Property Services business forward, ensuring we continue to provide high-quality, innovative, and sustainable solutions for our clients and communities and deliver on our ambitious growth plans.”
Further strengthening the leadership team, United Living also announced the appointment of Vlad Nedelcu as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of United Living Property Services. Vlad played a pivotal role in the growth and success of PiLON, a respected organisation acquired by United Living Group in 2024. Having grown PiLON from its inception, Vlad’s deep sector knowledge and proven track record are expected to significantly enhance United Living Property Services’ operational capabilities and support its continued growth trajectory.
Mr. Anderson further commented: “As PiLON continues to thrive under the United Living Group’s Property Services pillar, Vlad will bring his proven track record and deep sector knowledge to enhance our operational capabilities and support our continued growth.”
Demonstrating their commitment to professional standards and expertise, both Claire Kershaw and Vlad Nedelcu are Members of the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIHM) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). This shared affiliation highlights their deep understanding of the social housing and construction sectors.
The appointment of Claire Kershaw and Vlad Nedelcu to key leadership positions within United Living Property Services signals a strong commitment to growth, innovation, and the delivery of high-quality services within the social housing sector. Industry observers anticipate that their combined experience and leadership will be invaluable in navigating the evolving demands of the market and achieving United Living’s ambitious plans for its Property Services division.
Claire Kershaw brings over 20 years of extensive experience within the social housing sector, encompassing property maintenance, refurbishment and regeneration. An accomplished leader, Claire has held significant leadership roles in prominent companies such as Mitie, Willmott Dixon and Kier. Throughout her career, she has spearheaded business strategy and successfully delivered impactful operational, customer experience, work-winning and procurement improvement programmes.
Luke Anderson, Chief Operating Officer of United Living Group, expressed his enthusiasm for the appointment, stating: “We are delighted to welcome Claire to the team. Her professional credibility and strong leadership will be instrumental in driving our successful Property Services business forward, ensuring we continue to provide high-quality, innovative, and sustainable solutions for our clients and communities and deliver on our ambitious growth plans.”
Further strengthening the leadership team, United Living also announced the appointment of Vlad Nedelcu as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of United Living Property Services. Vlad played a pivotal role in the growth and success of PiLON, a respected organisation acquired by United Living Group in 2024. Having grown PiLON from its inception, Vlad’s deep sector knowledge and proven track record are expected to significantly enhance United Living Property Services’ operational capabilities and support its continued growth trajectory.
Mr. Anderson further commented: “As PiLON continues to thrive under the United Living Group’s Property Services pillar, Vlad will bring his proven track record and deep sector knowledge to enhance our operational capabilities and support our continued growth.”
Demonstrating their commitment to professional standards and expertise, both Claire Kershaw and Vlad Nedelcu are Members of the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIHM) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). This shared affiliation highlights their deep understanding of the social housing and construction sectors.
The appointment of Claire Kershaw and Vlad Nedelcu to key leadership positions within United Living Property Services signals a strong commitment to growth, innovation, and the delivery of high-quality services within the social housing sector. Industry observers anticipate that their combined experience and leadership will be invaluable in navigating the evolving demands of the market and achieving United Living’s ambitious plans for its Property Services division.
