BSc FRICS – Senior Partner
David joined Mark Liell & Son in 1990, following experience in the commercial surveying sector at Bernard Thorpe & Partners, Nelson Bakewell Ltd and J Sainsbury plc during the 1980’s.
He became Senior Partner in 1999, and now has an established track record in the development sector advising a variety of landowners, commercial and residential developers and investors on major development proposals and commercial investment opportunities.
Dave is a larger than life sporting ‘icon’, happy to attend any social gathering with a copious supply of business cards to hand.
Email: davidcoleby@markliell.co.uk
Telephone: 01799 582636
Mobile: 07860 703378
MA Cantab MRICS – Partner
Sarah joined Mark Liell & Son in 2003. She previously worked at CB Richard Ellis for 10 years in the Portfolio Investment department where she was responsible for the asset management of a number of pension funds’ property portfolios.
At Mark Liell & Son she heads up the Property Management Department acting on behalf of major retail and property investor clients, and also undertakes lettings and disposals.
Sarah may be spotted on the slopes or in a boat on the North Norfolk Coast, but rarely in the kitchen.
Email: sarahbidwell@markliell.co.uk
Telephone: 01799 582638
Mobile: 07739 951920
Accounts Executive
Wendy first joined Mark Liell in 1993 having previously worked for County Natwest in Unit Trust Financial Accounting, she had a brief interval where she worked at Unit Trust Accounting at ING Baring but simply had to return to Mark Liell in 2003 where she remains today.
Wendy’s vital role at Mark Liell is being responsible for all of the Accounts Financial Administration for both Mark Liell Company Accounts and also the Client Property Management Accounting. She is very gifted with numbers and we are very fortunate to have her attributes in our team.
Outside of the office, Wendy is a keen gardener, enjoys reading, but most importantly, adores spending time with her beautiful dog Bilko, who is the 7th Bulldog she’s owned in 30 years!
Email: wendy@markliell.co.uk
Telephone: 01799 522833
Associate Partner
Sophie joined Mark Liell in 2021. She previously worked for Cheffins, for over 10 years, a market leading firm of property advisors, estate agents and auctioneers who operate across the Mid-Anglia region.
Sophie’s main role at Mark Liell is in assisting Sarah on the property management of the Firm’s expanding UK clients’ institutional portfolios, as well as marketing properties (to lease) and overseeing the promotional and online marketing activities of Mark Liell.
Outside of work, she enjoys family life, long country walks, skiing and days at the beach with her children. She loves farming and animals, keeps chickens, and is currently renovating her home.
Email: sophiecoleby@markliell.co.uk
Telephone: 01799 522833
Mobile: 07715 070121
PA/Property Administrator
As a PA and Property Administrator, Natasha is organised, practical and always ready to get things done. With eight years of office management experience, she has developed a hands-on approach and likes to stay one step ahead — if something needs doing, she’s probably already doing it!
Outside of work, Natasha enjoys eating out, walking, baking, gardening and keeping active. She is also a keen DIYer and loves turning her hand to anything. She’s a firm believer in keeping things simple, doing things properly, and being someone people can rely on.
Email: natasha@markliell.co.uk
Telephone: 01799 522833
Ian has many years’ experience principally in the development sector at British Rail Property Board, J Sainsbury plc, Arlington Securities plc and The Burwood House Group.
He joined Mark Liell & Son in 1995 and has an established track record in the development sector providing advice on the acquisition and disposal of development land to retailers, commercial and residential developers and sheltered housing operators.
Ian is a previous Wimbledon contender and long-suffering Canaries supporter, with multi-lingual ambitions.
Email: ianterry@markliell.co.uk
Telephone: 01799 522833