Scottish-headquartered consultancy Ryden has become the latest successful investment by Lambert Smith Hampton (LSH) as it progresses its mission to become the UK’s leading commercial property advisory firm. 

Ryden, the standout regional business with over 120 professionals across Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen and parts of northern England.

LSH’s acquisition of a majority stake in Ryden builds on the momentum established earlier this week when LSH formed a similar strategic partnership with South-East England-based consultancy Stiles Harold Williams (SHW). 

These strategic partnerships are key milestones in LSH’s growth journey, enhancing its national reach and deepening its client service capabilities.

As part of Connells Group—owned by Skipton Building Society and the UK’s largest residential estate agency—LSH is expanding rapidly through a mix of organic growth and acquisitions. This latest deal brings together the regional expertise of all three firms, creating new career opportunities for the 1600 professionals working across the combined businesses.

Ryden and SHW have been chosen not only for their market expertise, but also for their shared commitment to local insight, strong client relationships, and hands-on service delivery. Both firms will retain their brands while gaining full access to LSH’s nationwide network of 30 offices. 

Lambert Smith Hampton chief executive Ezra Nahome commented: “Ryden’s reputation in Scotland is second-to-none, which is why this partnership makes so much sense as LSH seeks to grow to become the UK’s leading commercial advisory firm. Both businesses pride ourselves on our client focus, commercial insight, and commitment to delivering results through strong local relationships. 

Alan Gilkison, managing partner of Ryden, added: “The businesses are an excellent fit in terms of geographical coverage and areas of expertise. The investment will allow us to develop our core strengths and expand into emerging sectors. There is a common desire to deliver growth, achieve key expansion targets and extend client services, while retaining Ryden's strong reputation in Scotland.  It also represents an excellent opportunity for our English business to grow more rapidly as part of a larger, established brand in the north of England and to work collaboratively across the regions.”