Next up in our three quick questions series is Lucy Dawe, CEO of Lawton & Dawe Properties.
At Lawton & Dawe Properties, we’re more than just an estate and letting agent — we’re a people-first business built on transparency, trust, and community. As a female-founded company, we bring a fresh perspective to property, combining professional expertise with genuine care. We pride ourselves on personalised service, open communication, and supporting clients through every step of their property journey. What makes us unique is our human approach: we treat every client and team member with respect, empathy, and integrity.
Becoming a Living Wage Employer was a natural decision for us. We believe that everyone deserves to earn a wage that reflects the true cost of living, not just the minimum. It’s about valuing the hard work and dedication of our team. Paying the real Living Wage aligns with our values as a female-led business that champions fairness, empowerment, and long-term wellbeing — both in the property industry and within our community.
Fair pay is at the heart of how we do business. Our team is the foundation of our success, and when people feel financially secure and respected, they thrive — and so does the business. Ensuring fair pay helps us attract and retain great talent, foster a positive workplace culture, and deliver the high-quality, ethical service our clients expect. It’s not just the right thing to do; it’s also good business.
A big thank you to Lucy and the team at Lawton & Dawe Properties for sharing these insights – and, of course, for being a Living Wage employer!
Can you help us reach 1000 Living Wage employers in Brighton & Hove?
Find out more about the Brighton & Hove Living Wage Campaign here. If you think you’re already a Living Wage employer, or would like to sign up, head over to this page to get started (it’s free!)
We support the living wage campaign as frankly, the living costs in the city are, outside of London, one of the highest in the UK. Employees need that extra income boost and security that comes with a higher hourly wage.
It is an ethical initiative and we 100% support this. It assists employee recruitment, motivation and retention.
"We’re pleased to sign up because if we truly want this city to be sustainable in every way, employers need to play their part in providing living and sustainable wages for employees who live and work in the city and contribute themselves to the local economy."
We support the Living Wage Campaign because we believe in fair living standards and equal opportunities for all full time and part time employees of our organisation and within the wider business community of Brighton.
Because everyone should be able to support themselves if they work hard.
