Muse appoints Simon Dew as Managing Director for Yorkshire and the North East

Nationwide placemaker Muse has strengthened its commitment to creating brighter futures in Yorkshire and the North East with the appointment of Simon Dew as Managing Director for the region.

Simon, who has been with the business for more than 15 years, has played a central role in shaping places and bringing forward long‑term regeneration in towns and cities across the North. Having first joined Muse as a Development Director before becoming Director of Development Management, he has consistently shown the passion for people and place that sits at the heart of Muse’s work.

Over the last year, Simon has guided the regional team through a period of significant growth, while continuing to champion new opportunities and partnerships that will help deliver meaningful benefits for local communities.

With 30 years’ experience in property acquisition and place‑making, Simon now takes up the role of Regional Managing Director with immediate effect. He will lead the team as it progresses Muse’s growing pipeline across Yorkshire and the North East, including the transformation of Baltic Quarter in Gateshead, the delivery of the Durham Innovation Zone, and major regeneration work at Bradford City Village, Hull East Bank, and the Wakefield Strategic Regeneration Partnership.

Phil Mayall, Managing Director of Muse, said:
“Simon embodies what Muse is about. He is always thinking long‑term and putting people at the heart of projects. His experience, his energy and his genuine commitment to the communities we work alongside make him an exceptional leader for Yorkshire and the North East. We’re delighted to have him step into this role at such an exciting time for the region.”

Simon Dew added:
“I’m incredibly proud to lead such a dedicated and talented team. The Yorkshire and North East Region is full of character and opportunity, encompassing major towns and cities with evolving neighbourhoods and exciting waterfront locations, where people want to work, live and spend leisure time. I’m looking forward to working with both existing and new partners to help shape places that will genuinely improve people’s lives.”