Meet The Team
At HW Conveyancing Searches, we recognise that every property transaction has its own story, and our experienced team is here to guide you through each stage with expertise and precision. We take pride in being more than just a service provider; we are your trusted partner in ensuring smooth property transactions. With our commitment to quality and reliability, solicitors, conveyancers, and property professionals can trust that their needs are in capable hands as we help illuminate the way to your clients' new beginnings.

Andrew Prismall & Ben
Managing Director
Andrew has worked in Conveyancing Searches since 1987, as a Local Land Charges Manager at Cardiff County Council, a search agent, and as the owner of HW Conveyancing Searches. He served as the Executive Chairman of IPSA (The Association of Independent Personal Search Agents) for several years and is an SRA-accredited trainer in Land Charges.
Andrew is a lover of sport, music, and life. His perfect day? A football match, a cricket game, playing some vinyl records and having a family walk with his dog, Ben.

Alicia Whelan & Fred
Business Manager
Alicia has over 20 years’ experience in Local Land Charges and Planning Services, working for local authorities and HW Conveyancing Searches. She enjoys solving complex problems and training and mentoring our searches team to deliver high-quality results for our clients.
Alicia always looks on the bright side of life. She is an energetic person who enjoys staying active, walking her dog Fred and spending time with her family and friends. Alicia also loves unwinding with some music, singing, dancing, art, travel and exploring new coffee shops.

Joy Francis
Administration Manager
Joy is a dedicated and highly organised professional who thrives on planning and maintaining a structured approach to ensure all daily tasks are completed effectively. Her commitment to teamwork and attention to detail allows her to deliver every project efficiently and to the highest standard.
Approachable and positive, Joy is always willing to support her colleagues. She loves spending time with family and getting together with friends. Her bubbly personality gives her a positive outlook on life.

Amelia Utting
Property Information Researcher
Amelia works in the Searches team, supporting the accurate collection and organisation of property data. She combines attention to detail with a collaborative approach, also assisting with administrative tasks and event planning when required.
Part-time overthinker, full-time curious human, she is probably making a to-do list she will never finish.

Daisy Stone
Property Information Researcher
Having initially joined HW Conveyancing Searches as an Apprentice, Daisy is now a full-time Search Agent, focused on delivering accurate search results for our clients, supporting the team, and maintaining the company’s social media presence.
She loves getting lost in a good book, sipping iced coffee, going on walks, and exploring new places whenever she can.

Tegan South
Property Information Researcher
Tegan compiles essential data to produce high-quality searches for our clients. She enjoys precision work and analysis, helping ensure the information is accurate and reliable for our clients.
Tegan has a passion for travelling to new places. When she’s not jet-setting, Tegan enjoys a slower pace of life, reading, going to Pilates and paddleboarding.

Jenna Wake
Admin Assistant
With over 20 years of administration experience, Jenna is exceptionally organised, highly motivated, hardworking and enthusiastic.
Friendly and bubbly, Jenna loves baking, socialising and all things family.

Hayley Taylor
Admin Assistant
Hayley has over 20 years of experience in the legal industry, including eight years working specifically within residential property.
She is most at home near the water. Family means the world to her, especially her two girls.

Teresa Badger
Admin Assistant
Teresa processes search requests, maintains records, and liaises with solicitors, local authorities and search providers to ensure timely search delivery.
She enjoys watching football, spending time with her family, reading and live music.
