E098 - James Watson: Property Director - Ballymore

Another great episode of Season 2 of the Wear Many Hats podcast! This time, we sit down with James Watson, Property Director at Ballymore, to hear his incredible journey from retail shop floors to overseeing 4,200+ homes and mixed-use developments across East London. James shares how he transitioned into property management, the challenges of running large-scale estates like Royal Wharf and Riverscape, and the balancing act of community, ESG, and compliance in today’s real estate landscape. Packed with real-life leadership lessons, behind-the-scenes stories (including the iconic Embassy Gardens Sky Pool), and candid insights on the evolving property market. This episode is a must-watch for anyone in facilities, property management, or development.