Her term is due to commence on 1 January 2026, subject to ratification at the ESPC AGM in November.

Ms Raistrick brings over 20 years of experience in residential property within the Edinburgh and Lothians sector, as well as extensive knowledge of property valuation, marketing and purchase negotiation and estate agency software.

She will be the first non-solicitor ESPC estate agent to join the ESPC board, which has historically been comprised of solicitors from ESPC’s member firms and other leading business professionals with extensive experience in technology and marketing. Ms Raistrick’s appointment marks an important step in strengthening collaboration between the solicitor and estate agency sides of the business and reflects ESPC’s ongoing commitment to representing the full breadth of its membership.

Ms Raistrick said: “I’m absolutely delighted to be the first estate agent appointed to the ESPC board. I’m looking forward to working with the board and wider team to help support ESPC’s future direction and success.”

Paul Hilton, CEO of ESPC, said: “We are delighted to welcome Louisa to the ESPC board. She brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the local property market, alongside a strong focus on innovation and client care.

“Louisa’s insights will be invaluable as ESPC continues to evolve and champion excellence across the solicitor estate agency network.”