Meet the team.

Our knowledge is our edge, our team have over 50 years’ of experience working in the Property, Financial Services & Conveyancing Sectors.

Dean Kirk

Owner

Dean’s long tenure In the property industry, combined with his track record of effective leadership makes him a real asset to Humphrey & Kirk. Having worked at every level in property he knows the skills it takes to be the best candidate. Dean is very determined and will not stop searching for the best candidate yet still keeping the perfect fit for all concerned. When not at work Dean loves spending time with his wife, two kids and family dog Hiro. He regularly plays Football and even through injury he refuses to give up. We are extremely proud of what we have achieved with H&K, continuing to push the business for our clients.

Clare has experience in Social Media Management prior to starting with Humphrey & Kirk and is excited to be back after taking a short break and spending time working with preschoolers and SEN children. Social media nowadays is such a huge part of any business and Clare is ready to build an organic and personable social media platform that will really show Humphrey & Kirk at its finest.

Dean Hounsell

Dean Hounsell

Associate Partner

In my free time I am a keen rugby enthusiast. I have played semi-professional rugby in New Zealand and continued playing amateur rugby after relocating to the UK for many years. A retired professional polo player that thoroughly enjoys. Outdoor activities from hiking hills to hacking out on horseback. 

Laura Taylor-Smythe

Laura Taylor-Smythe

Associate Partner

Having worked in property for over 25 years in various rolls, I have the knowledge to find the best candidate for any position required. I am passionate and energetic in everything I do, striving for 100% client and customer satisfaction.

Debs Gough

Debs Gough

Associate Partner

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in helping companies scale by identifying, attracting, and securing top-tier talent. Focusing on team expansion and business evolution, I work in partnership with Hiring Managers to support growth across the full range of company departments.

My expertise spans the entire recruitment cycle, from sourcing and reviewing candidates through to offer and onboarding. Ensuring that the clients I partner with have the right people in place to drive their business into the future.

Fun Facts: When I am not focusing on sourcing fantastic candidates for their next career move. You can find me spending time at home on our Houseboat or walking our Westie Fergus!

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Alex Humphrey

Director

Alex has over 20 years of customer service experience in the financial services, property and education sector. She has undertaken administration, PA and managerial roles and more recently has pursued her passion for working with children and studied for a degree in Child and Youth studies to help our future generation of employees. Alex is dedicated to providing the best possible service and is extremely amiable, organised, dependable ensuring solid communications with our clients. Extremely proud of what we have achieved with H&K, continuing to push the business for our clients.

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