COO Robinson to become interim boss

Nick Chadbourne has led LMS since 2016, playing a central role in transforming the business. Under his leadership, LMS has evolved into the UK’s leading provider of conveyancing services and as a technology leader within the home-buying and selling industry, driving greater collaboration across key stakeholders, while maintaining a strong focus on improving customer outcomes.

Chief operating officer Ian Robinson, who has been with LMS for more than 20 years, will assume the role of interim CEO while the Board undertakes a search for a permanent successor.

Nick said: “Looking back over the past ten years, I feel incredibly proud of what we’ve built at LMS. We have continuously strengthened and expanded what LMS does, while investing in the broader capabilities needed to make the home-moving experience better for everyone – and I believe that work is now genuinely beginning to change the industry.

“What I am most proud of is the team. The success of LMS has always been driven by the talent, commitment and collaboration across the business, and I have every confidence in Ian and the wider leadership team to continue that momentum. We have built strong foundations, and I firmly believe the business is in an excellent position for the future.

“After ten years, this feels like the right moment for me personally, and for LMS, for someone else to take the business forward and drive it to the next level. I leave knowing the company will continue to go from strength to strength.”