Meet the E.R.E Property Team

Now based in Dubai, Robert is a director at E.R.E Property and co-founded the business with Tim in 2004. Robert is responsible for client investments, professional partnerships and growing the business. He is extremely hands on as a business owner and speaks to investor clients on a regular basis, answering questions about E.R.E and helping them with their investment choices.

After leaving school at 16, Robert spent 17 years selling steel, rising through the ranks to become one of the industry’s top salespersons. With his strength in sales, Robert teamed up with long-term friend Tim to launch E.R.E Property and was initially responsible for selling residential properties in emerging markets to UK investors.

What do you like about E.R.E Property?
“I am extremely passionate and proud of E.R.E and our team. I love watching the business grow, that’s what drives me and keeps me hooked. I’m enjoying life in Dubai and the challenge of making our new business here successful.”

What do you like doing outside of work?
“I love cycling and going to the gym. Now I live in Dubai, I have the beach and I enjoy paddleboarding. And I love my cars, I have a couple of old MGs that I’ve refurbished and enjoy racing at events.”

As CEO, Tim looks after strategic elements of the business from identifying new locations and asset classes to sourcing new developer partners and building E.R.E’s introducer network.

Prior to starting E.R.E Property in 2004, Tim ran a financial recruitment business called ABPM Recruitment Solutions. Tim studied accounting and finance at Manchester Metropolitan University and started his career as a commercial analyst and then a management accountant.

What do you like about E.R.E Property?
“I love the team that we’ve put together and the culture at E.R.E. It’s always fun being with the team and going out for a beer with everyone.”

What do you like doing outside of work?
“I love mountain walking, running, and travelling to places that are off the beaten track. I also love going out and seeing friends, and spending time with my children and grandchildren whenever I can. And I’m a passionate Leeds United fan so I enjoy watching them when we’re winning.”

Helen joined E.R.E Property in 2017 as Finance Manager before being promoted to the role of Managing Director in 2019. Prior to joining, she held various finance roles including 16 years in IT and recruitment.

As managing director at E.R.E, Helen is involved in every facet of the business from sales and marketing to finance and recruitment. She is the conductor bringing the different departments together and helping them to work towards the same goal. Helen brings structure to ideas, find solutions to issues, and as a key decision-maker devises strategies for improving the financial performance of the business.

What do you like about E.R.E Property?
“I’m passionate about the brand that we’re building at E.R.E, and the fact that we’ve got through a lot of adversity over the years and are still standing. I like the energy and the potential of the business; we have a great team.”

What do you like doing outside of work?
“I like running and going to the gym. I like a challenge, whether its climbing Kilimanjaro or running a marathon. I also enjoy spending time with my children and grandchild.”

As Head of Operations, Helen is responsible for the day-to-day operational management of E.R.E Property, providing strategic support to the directors, overseeing HR processes, and ensuring effective collaboration across all departments. Helen plays a key role in maintaining efficient processes and supporting the continued growth and development of the business.

With a passion for property, Helen started her career in estate agency and worked as a lettings co-ordinator at Barkers Estate Agents and senior sales coordinator at Martin and Co. After a period away, Helen was keen to return to the property sector and brings a wealth of operations management and property experience to E.R.E.

What do you like about E.R.E Property?

“After a period away, I was keen to get back into property. It’s a sector I really enjoy working in. The team here at E.R.E is amazing, I’ve had such a welcome since joining. I know everyone here says it, but I really like the company’s ethos and customer focus.”

What do you like doing outside of work? 

“I like spending time with friends and family, going for long walks and pub lunches. My partner and I like adventurous driving experiences and travelling in general. I wouldn’t go as far as to say extreme sports, but we do like to push our boundaries a little.”

As finance manager at E.R.E Property Nabeela’s is responsible for managing cash flow for the group, completing monthly management accounts and finance reports for senior management, and responding to finance and payroll queries.

Nabeela joined E.R.E Property in 2020 and is an experienced accountant having held management accountant roles at Allseas Global Logistics, Think Money and One Advice. She studied Business Studies with Financial Management at the University of Salford and is a member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.

What do you like about E.R.E Property?
“The challenges. We moved accounting systems, we’ve expanded, and we’ve let go of a subsidiary. There’s a lot of due diligence that goes with that. Each day is never the same. I’m continually learning and growing with the company.”

What do you like doing outside of work?
“I’d love to be a mountain climber but there’s nothing particularly adventurous that I do. I just love to read and go for walks in scenic places.”

As investment sales manager, Adam is responsible for managing the investment sales team and helping clients start and build their property portfolios. His day-to-day role involves assisting and supporting the team, whilst following up with new leads and managing relationships with existing investors. He uses his experience to advise clients on their investment strategies and match opportunities to their requirements.

Adam joined E.R.E Property as a property investment consultant in 2023. He is experienced in property sales having previously worked at estate agent Preston Baker in various sales roles, including new homes sales.

What do you like about E.R.E Property?
“It’s a supportive company with a family vibe. Everyone’s approachable and there to help, including the senior leaders and owners. My voice is heard when I have concerns and they’ve given me the opportunity to move up in the company.”

What do you like doing outside of work?
“Spending time with my wife and seeing family. I like hiking in the Yorkshire Dales. I’m a big rugby league and football fan. I’m born and bred in Leeds, so I follow Leeds Rhinos and Leeds United.”