Property Week: Emma Burnaby-Atkins of Madison Lincoln discusses levelling the playing field for all

As conversations around hybrid working continue to evolve, so too do the implications for senior talent and leadership.

In her recent Property Week feature, our Senior Director - Emma Burnaby-Atkins, examines how shifting return-to-office expectations are influencing progression, visibility and inclusion across real estate. The discussion is increasingly shaping career decisions, leadership dynamics and the wider talent market.

Emma highlights that the move towards firmer expectations around office attendance represents a recalibration rather than a return to pre-pandemic norms. While greater in-person time can undoubtedly support collaboration and cohesion, this shift also carries risks: rigid, one-size-fits-all mandates may constrain the senior talent pool— particularly for women who have spent years navigating demanding leadership roles alongside significant responsibilities outside of work, and increasingly for men facing similar pressures.

Her piece makes the case for a more balanced, evidence-led approach: one that supports sustainable high performance, avoids slipping back into outdated markers of commitment, and actively involves senior leaders in shaping future working models.

Read Emma's full article in Property Week here: www.propertyweek.com/insight/emma-burnaby-atkins-of-madison-lincoln-discusses-levelling-the-playing-field-for-all