Countrywide plc has appointed Nick Hughes as Managing Director for Hamptons International.

Nick has impressive experience in the leisure, hospitality and banking sectors. His career includes senior appointments at Barclays, Kuoni and American Express where he has managed a number of sales channels under retail, direct and web sales disciplines.

Nick will also join the London Leadership Team led by Graham Bell, Managing Director for London at Countrywide plc. The London leadership team has a clear mandate as part of delivering the Group’s strategy to lead, manage and direct the growth of its brands in London and the South of the UK.

Graham Bell, Managing Director for London at Countrywide plc said, “Nick’s career background in various customer focused industries has resulted in strong experience and knowledge in this field which will no doubt be put to good use at Hamptons International. I very much look forward to welcoming him to the Countrywide Group and the London Leadership Team.”

Nick added, “I’m thrilled to be joining Hamptons International – a great business with a strong reputation which I’ve long admired. I have always been extremely interested in the property market and see this role as the perfect opportunity to contribute my experience of the affluent consumer.”