At Lawson & Thompson, we specialise exclusively in undergraduate student property management in St Andrews. Our commitment to exceptional service has earned us multiple industry awards and we consistently rank at the top of the University’s annual student survey.

As former St Andrews students (class of 2004) and landlords in the town since 2003, we understood the frustrations landlords and tenants often face with the traditional letting agents. Convinced there was a better way, we founded Lawson & Thompson in 2013.

Our approach was simple: build a service tailored specifically to the needs of undergraduate student properties. That means monthly inspections, proactive and hands-on management, and a commitment to attending every maintenance issue in person as soon as it is reported.

We genuinely care about what we do, and always go that extra mile for our landlords and tenants.

our team

James Lawson - Property Maintenance & Development

James invested in his first rental property in St Andrews whilst studying here in 2003. To support his growing interest in the field, he completed a postgraduate degree in Building Surveying. It was here he met Alex. Following completion of their studies, the pair embarked on several property developments in St Andrews ahead of launching the business.

James oversees all aspects of property maintenance, including the project management of refurbishments and annual summer upgrades, ensuring high-quality standards across the portfolio.

Alex Thompson - Property Leases & Accounts

Alex brings extensive experience in property management and development to L&T having spent a decade working in the Edinburgh property market.

Alex manages the day-to-day operations of the company, including landlord accounts, property advertising, and overall service delivery.

Harriet Miller - Office Manager & HMO Administrator

With two decades of property management experience, Harriet is a key member of the L&T team. She began her career in Edinburgh before relocating to St Andrews in 2016, where she went on to manage a high-street agency. Harriet joined L&T in 2019 and now oversees the day-to-day running of the office. She also manages all HMO applications, ensuring full compliance and smooth processing for landlords and tenants alike.