Meet our team
Meet the experienced Wright and Co team working across Sawbridgeworth and surrounding areas.
Partner
Paul Donovan
I started at Wright & Co as a junior in 1986. Over the years, I’ve picked up a wealth of knowledge about the local area and its market, and I’ve really polished my negotiation skills. I’ve undertaken professional training in photography and I am a fellow of the National Association of Estate Agents. I was a school Governor and Chair of Governors for 20 years, I am a local auctioneer for many charities and schools and also a commercial pilot.
In my spare time, I have a long-term interest in rugby and I’ve undertaken many marathons and extreme events for local charities. I’m a father of three, and a proud special needs parent.
The key thing I have learned from my years in this industry is that I don’t stop learning, and I’m not too proud to take advice.
Partner
Richard Williams
I live locally with my wife and two young children who both go to school in Bishop’s Stortford. I was educated locally myself and grew up in the lovely village of Henham.
I joined Wright & Co in 1991 and I’m proud to say that I’m a Partner within the Company, a role I’m passionate about and one that I always want to bring fresh ideas to. I have an unrivalled knowledge of local properties and the local area. I’ve helped thousands of families with their property needs over the years.
When I’m not in the office I enjoy walking my dog, Ralph, in and around the local area so if you see us, come and say hi. If I’m not walking Ralph, I can often be found playing squash or tennis.
Partner
William Saville
I joined Wright & Co back in 2008 and have been working in our residential sales team ever since. I’ve always lived in the local area, having attended St Joseph’s Catholic primary school, Stansted Mountfitchet senior school and The Bishop’s Stortford High School and sixth form.
Other than being in our office in Sawbridgeworth, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, out on the road running or riding my bike.
Partner
James Hawksbee
I have worked within the residential lettings office at Wright & Co since 2007, becoming a Partner in 2017 and taking on the role of lettings manager in 2019. This has enabled me to develop a longstanding relationship with many of our clients. I grew up Sawbridgeworth and attended Leventhorpe school. I have a young family which keeps me busy whilst not at work.
Partner
Stuart Stark
I joined the team back in 1997 and I’ve been working in residential sales ever since. I grew up locally in Sawbridgeworth and attended the Leventhorpe senior school. I still live in Sawbridgeworth with my wife and two children – so you could say I like the local area!
When I’m not working, I enjoy running. I’ve now taken part in 3 marathons – and my times have been considerably faster than William’s and Paul’s!
Assistant Lettings Manager
Christopher Young
I joined Wright & Co in early 2017, shortly after completing my college course. I started in the sales department as a trainee and worked my way up to become a fully-fledged negotiator. I later moved from the sales side to the lettings side where I am a Lettings Sales Negotiator.
I have lived in Sawbridgeworth my entire life and have a very good knowledge of the local area and its surrounding villages. I am interested in football and play for a local five aside team.
Administrator
Angela Payton
I have 40 years’ experience in administration and secretarial support and have been with Wright & Co in their lettings team for 11 of those. I am responsible for all of the day to day administration in the office which helps to ensure that the team runs smoothly and productively.
I live in the town and when not working I enjoy singing in a local choir and performing at organised events in the surrounding area. I have even performed at BBC Proms in the Park.
Maintenance
Gerry Barley
Having worked for Wright & Co Rentals since 2007, I have a wealth of knowledge and experience to assist landlords and tenants with their property maintenance. I pride myself in my attention to detail which enables me to provide an efficient service at what can be a stressful time when things go wrong or emergencies occur.
Up until recently, I lived in Sawbridgeworth so I’m very familiar with the many towns and villages in the surrounding area. In my spare time, I enjoy our beautiful countryside walking my dog as well as playing squash.
Accounts
Shirley Lambert
I have lived in Sawbridgeworth for the past 25 years and have also been employed by Wright & Co for all this time, so I guess I must enjoy it!
After a variety of roles within the company, I am currently responsible for the day to day running of the lettings accounts department. In my spare time, I like pottering around in my garden and reading.
Secretary for Sales
Zoe Fish
I’ve worked at Wright & Co since 2011 as a secretary for the sales Partners. Prior to this I worked in the City for 25 years.
I live in Bishop’s Stortford with my two children. When I’m not working at Wright & Co I love to socialise with friends and family. I’m also a keen amateur cake maker.
Maintenance
Ginny Elliston
Having worked with horses for about 25 years, it was time for a career change and I joined Wright & Co in Early 2012, part time, as an inspections clerk. This progressed to going full time and also dealing with maintenance in our lettings department. I take a lot of pride in my job and like to help people.
I have always lived locally and take pride in my knowledge of the area. In my spare time I like to run and have taken part in a couple of half marathons, I love singing and am a member of our local choir, performing at Christmas markets and Summer Fayres in Essex and Herts and the BBC Proms
