Purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) operator mys Living has appointed Mark Findlay as Director of Development. Mark joins the company from Gardiner & Theobald where he was Partner in charge of its Edinburgh Office.
A chartered quantity surveyor, his previous experience also includes Development Management roles at Unite Students.
With over 30 years’ experience in the construction and property industry, Mark has delivered over 5,000 student accommodation beds throughout the UK in locations such as Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, Newcastle, Sheffield, London, Cambridge and Oxford.
“Joining mys marks the start of an exciting chapter in my career and for the Development side of the business.
“The culture and values of mys are closely aligned to my own and I am genuinely looking forward to growing the business and delivering projects that make a difference with all my colleagues.”
Mark Findlay, Director of Development, mys Living
Mark will be heavily focused on the management and delivery of all Development projects for and on behalf of MYS. His appointment is the second major hire in 2025 after the appointment of Fergus Campbell.
“We are delighted to bring someone with the experience and track record of Mark to our team which further strengthens the high-quality team we have built at mys.
“Mark will bring forward numerous exciting development opportunities and lead our development team as we continue to expand our values led business.”
Dave Mathewson, Joint Managing Director, MYS
MYS Living’s continued expansion follows the management buy-out of the business from abrdn in late 2024. In January 2025, the operator took over asset management responsibilities for PBSA buildings in Guildford, Loughborough, Nottingham, Sheffield and Colchester. The deal will see the team utilise its strong knowledge of PBSA through its asset management services.
