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UK: Johnny Langton, former managing director of operations at Greystar, has joined a new UK living platform founded by PBSA veteran Tim Butler.
Langton is joining the venture as head of operations, and Butler is CEO.
In October 2025 the venture received a £500 million investment from AustralianSuper, Australia’s biggest pension fund.
Langton brings more than 12 years of real estate experience. Prior to Greystar, he was interim managing director at Student Roost after it was acquired by the firm in 2022.
“Our focus is on creating a market leading living platform that is grounded in a commitment to high-quality customer service,” said Butler. “There is a clear market opportunity to create a brand that people want to stay with throughout each stage of the rental cycle. Johnny’s track record in driving customer experience and culture will be a key part of achieving that.”
The platform currently has no name, but has ambitions to become one of the top five operators of UK rental homes in the next five years.
The business has also recently hired Richard Simpson, from Olympian Homes, to head its investment division.
- New UK living platform strengthens leadership team: Johnny Langton joins a new residential platform founded by Tim Butler as head of operations, with Butler serving as CEO.
- Backed by £500 million institutional investment: The venture secured significant funding from AustralianSuper, highlighting strong investor confidence in the UK living sector.
- Senior operational expertise from Greystar: Langton joins from Greystar, bringing 12+ years’ experience across build-to-rent and student accommodation.
- Track record in PBSA platform growth: He previously served as interim managing director at Student Roost, supporting its integration and scaling post-acquisition.
- Platform positioned for growth across living sectors: The leadership hires and funding indicate plans to scale operations across PBSA, BTR, and broader residential assets in the UK.
