Meet Hannah Wilson, who joined Henry & James in August 2013 after completing a degree in economics at Reading University.

“It was my first interview for my first job, but after an hour, I was offered the position of Sales and Lettings Administrator,” explains Hannah.

The talented graduate rose through the ranks to become the PA to James Bailey (Chief Executive). There is no one more efficient than Hannah. She spends most of her time managing the company’s marketing on and off-line, new instructions or renewals for both sales and lettings. Some clients have bought or sold through Henry & James for more than 15 years, and Hannah knows many of them.

“There is no such thing as an average day here, which makes our Motcomb Street office such an exciting place to work,” adds Hannah. “Something new and different happens every day. James’s sense of humour makes us all laugh, too.”

Although her economics degrees has come in useful over the past two years with insights on Brexit and market movements, Hannah has recently passed her ARLA (Association of Residential Lettings Agents) exams.

“There were four exams, covering lettings, property management, law and contracts. I studied for six months during the week and weekends. Now when I speak to clients, I have both practical knowledge and a firm foundation from my ARLA training.”

Henry & James takes training very seriously. Ensuring staff at all levels are up to date with the latest legislation or the best practice in the property industry. None more so than in the field of accountancy.

Saqib Usman joined Henry & James as a Management Account in 2009, then was promoted to Financial Controller in 2011. Meeting him for the first time, it’s clear that he knows his numbers.

He is a fully-qualified accountant and manages the company’s book keeping, streamlining the process to ensure landlords are paid promptly and the company is always on time with its financial commitments.

“Some people prefer traditional accounting methods, but I have moved with the times, harnessing the power of the digital age, embracing modern technology. It’s a unique approach,” he explains.

Saqib has always had a passion for figures. As a child, he would write his times tables on his bedroom wall. Accountancy was always the obvious route for him in life.

Someone famous once said: “Find a job you love and you’ll never work a day in your life”. That is certainly true about Saqib. His eyes light up when talking about maths, but if he wasn’t an accountant, what would he do?

“My other passion is cricket. I love checking the cricket scores around the world. My favourite players are Andrew Flintoff, Alastair Cook and Adam Gilchrist. However,  I was born to be an accountant – it’s in my blood.”

So why should clients choose Henry & James? “We are known for being approachable, our professionalism and local expertise,” he says.

Hannah Wilson adds: “You walk along Motcomb Street, meet people, recognise friendly and familiar faces in Waitrose, Mayhews Newsagents and the local dentist. Other times, clients just drop into the office for a chat, advice or for a quick coffee.”

Hannah and Saqib both agree on one thing: they are proud to be part of family-run business, who go above and beyond in Belgravia.

• For advice on buying, selling, or moving to Belgravia, contact Henry & James at 1 Motcomb Street, London SW1X 8JX (020 7235 8861; belgraviaoffice@henryandjames.co.uk).