About Us
The Team
Skilled, qualified and trustworthy.
Tom Woodley – MTPI Assoc. RICS
Having started his career in residential property management 18 years ago, Tom has predominantly been based in Bournemouth, whilst working in and around London and the home counties. Tom has held Directorship & Senior Management positions at national and industry leading companies for more that 10 years. With an extensive knowledge of the property industry, Tom co-founded Woodley & Associates with David Woodley in 2019.
In recent years, Tom has acted as a speaker for RICS and has been invited to meetings held at The House of Commons on Leasehold Reform, at which he contributed to the debate. He is a Member to The Property Institute and Associate of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
Amelia Roberts
Amelia joined Woodley & Associates in Autum 2023 as Property Management Administrator and was later promoted to her new role as Executive Assistant to the Director of Woodley & Associates in the new year.
Amelia has a previous background as an Executive Assistant and has also worked in the Property Industry within the Poole and Bournemouth area. She brings a keen eye for detail and a hands-on approach to her role as Executive Assistant. Renowned for her organisational skills and positive attitude, Amelia is dedicated to enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of our operations and delivers essential administrative support.
With a passion property and a dedicated focus on customer service, Amelia utilises her background to enhance client satisfaction and streamline administrative processes.
Gordon White
Gordon joined the team at Woodley & Associates in November 2023 as a Senior Property Manager. With over 40 years of experience in the construction and property industry, Gordon brings a wealth of knowledge to his role as Senior Property Manager at W&A. Gordon has worked at a senior level within national property development companies.
Since joining W&A he has become an Associate of the Institute of Residential Property Management (IRPM) and is on track to achieve his Level 3 certification by the end of 2024. He is dedicated to maintaining high standards and providing excellent service to clients.
Gordon manages the day-to-day operations of the properties, ensuring they are well-maintained, and residents are satisfied. His extensive experience and commitment to professional growth make him a valuable asset to the team.
Laura Hibberd
Laura joined Woodley & Associates in April, bringing with her four years of Block Management Experience and is used to overseeing large blocks of flats. Laura holds a degree in business and management, and her academic background complements her practical expertise. She has also passed her level 2 exams with the Institute of Residential Property Management (IRPM), showcasing her commitment to professional development.
Laura’s skill set includes effective communication, strategic problem-solving, and a talent for building strong client relationships, making her an invaluable asset to both clients and colleagues.
Deborah Foreman
Bio coming soon!
Matthew Ware
Matt joined Woodley and Associates in November 2024 as a property manager, having spent over eight years within a local firm’s property management department ultimately as Head of Department for a period of four years. Matt has a passion for building relationships with customers to ensure that he understands their requirements and customer service levels are met accordingly.
Ben Turner
Bio coming soon!
Scott Greenwood
Scott joined the team in late Summer 2024. Scott has worked as a legal specialist in the areas of leasehold management, tenancy management , landlord and tenant for the last 27 years of his career. Prior to this he worked in welfare benefits for local authorities and the DWP. He has worked for companies in the private sector, Housing Sector and Local Authorities.
Scott has been public speaker in these areas at various social housing sector conferences and has written legal articles for the sector.
Scott has worked for clients in many different property sectors and is passionate about service delivery and health and safety of customers.
Stephanie Gillard
Stephanie Gillard joined Woodley & Associates in September 2024 as a Property Management Administrator. With experience as an admin manager and company secretary for a building and maintenance company, as well as supporting fundraising for a charity, Stephanie brings versatility and expertise to the role.
Known for her attention to detail, organisational skills, and excellent communication, Stephanie ensures smooth operations and effective client relations. Her team spirit and collaborative approach make her a valued asset to both colleagues and clients.
Claire Dryer – AATQB
With over 20 years successful management experience within the customer service industry, Claire has developed excellent communication and people skills. Claire has been a qualified Accounts Technician for 10 years and has a high degree of passion for puzzle solving and flawless attention to detail.
Claire now forms an integral part of the Woodley & Associates Team by assisting with the running of the day to day accounts procedures along with the Maintenance of accounting records – making these available to leaseholders and independent auditors as required.
Emma Woodley
Emma Woodley joined the W&A team in Autumn 2022 as Accounts Clerk. Her previous experience lies within the hospitality industry, having worked in hotel management and accounting for many years before having her first child in 2021.
Emma is Sister-in-Law to Tom, the Company Director, so it only felt right for her to join the family business.
Philip Goymer
With over a decade of dedicated experience at Savills, Philip brings a wealth of expertise and a proactive approach to his role as an Accounts Assistant at Woodley & Associates. During his tenure at Savills, Philip not only excelled in his core responsibilities but also led the introduction of a new electronic invoicing system, streamlining financial processes and enhancing efficiency.
Known for his “can-do” attitude, Philip consistently demonstrated a willingness to assist with a wide array of tasks, from resolving IT issues to supporting team members with diverse challenges. This adaptable and supportive mindset ensures that Philip is always ready to lend a helping hand, no matter the job.
At Woodley & Associates, Philip continues to leverage their extensive background and problem-solving skills to contribute to the seamless management of accounts and the overall success of the team.
James Jeffrey
James joined the accounts team at W&A in September 2024 as an Accounts Assistant.
Prior to joining Woodley & Associates, he has worked within an accounts team for 3 years whilst studying for his AAT. He is currently working on his level 3 AAT qualification and will be continuing onto level 4 once completed.
James keeps the accounts payable and accounts receivable processes up to date by working alongside the Accounts and Property Management team.
Anca Filep
Anca joined the team at Woodley & Associates in October 2024 as a Service Charge Accountant. With over 10 years of experience in bookkeeping , Anca brings a wealth of knowledge to her role.
Since joining W&A, she has become AATQB, and she is on track to achieve her AAT level 4 qualification in accounting . She is dedicated to maintaining high standards and providing excellent service to our clients, a great addition to our team.
Victoria Foxwell
Victoria Foxwell joined Woodley’s in September 2024 as our first appointed receptionist.
With 6 years of experience in the field she has brought a spark of energy into the reception role, making her resilient and organised for the fast paced environment of reception.
Known for her exceptional customer focus, Victoria enjoys engaging with our clients and helping to best direct, in order to ultimately resolve their queries.