Ben Hutchen

Real Estate Director Operations
Joined Orega in 2021 Years of experience: 26

About Ben Hutchen

Ben is a new addition to our senior team, having joined Orega in November 2021. He is responsible for managing and growing our real estate portfolio. Previously, Ben was Group head of Property at Clarendon Business Centres, with a strong track record at Avison Young and Strutt & Parker before that. He has extensive experience in the UK flexible workspace and wider Real Estate sector. He is a passionate believer in the value that flex brings to landlords and occupiers alike - and that 'the time is now' for our sector.

Areas of expertise

  • Real Estate
  • Property

Recent posts

9 May 2018

7 Effective Tips for Working Remotely

So you've landed your dream job and get to work remotely - goodbye 9-5! It definitely takes a certain type of person to work away from an office and it comes with its own pros and cons. Sure, you get to take an afternoon power nap if you feel like it, but the lines between work and home can easily...

18 April 2018

9 Friday Feeling Office Traditions

It's Friday. And after a long working week, you can finally go home knowing you have two blissful days off... Every office has its own Friday routines and traditions to celebrate the end of a busy week, so we've done our research and selected a few of our favourites!

27 March 2018

Yoga Balls & Bean Bags: 10 Alternatives to Your Office Chair

Sitting in the same chair everyday can not only be harmful for your posture but can also have some potentially serious health consequences too. Being stationary in the same position all day has been linked to obesity and heart disease, and so an increasing amount of employers are realising the...

25 March 2018

Location Guide: Orega Gracechurch Street

Surrounded by London's most iconic buildings - The Shard, The Gherkin and The Walkie Talkie - as well as international companies like Allianz Services, XL Catlin and Bloomberg,Orega Gracechurch Streetmakes a perfect base for any business.

21 December 2017

20 Great Free Tools to Make your Business More Efficient

Making your new business successful is tough - hard work, long hours, passion and commitment are the bare minimum required.

16 November 2017

10 Secret Santa Gift Ideas Under £5

Christmas is fast approaching and your wallet is looking a little thin. You have a limited number of days and limited funds to get the dreaded Secret Santa gift for your co-worker. Have no idea what to get Jo from Accounts because you've only spoken to her twice?! Don't worry, we've got you...

9 November 2017

Is office location still important?

Choosing a location has been a critical business decision ever since the days when ancient farmers claimed prime spots near fertile riverbanks.

The places where we do business may have changed, with commercial zones, Central Business Districts and Business Improvement Districts now a key focus.

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24 March 2017

Planning and Organisation Skills That Employers Value

When recruiting a new employee, businesses are increasingly focusing on their ability to plan and organise their work. Read what organisation and planning skills employers are looking for:

22 February 2017

7 Ways to be The Best Co-worker

You spend longer with your co-workers than you do with your friends, family, spouse, children, and pets. If you want your work life to be smooth sailing you need to make sure your relationships with your colleagues are harmonious. Sitting in awkward silence for 8 hours per day, 5 days per week will...

17 February 2017

6 Simple Steps to Reconnect With Your Clients

Want to stand out from your competition? You need to tap into your valuable assets - your existing clients! Many businesses purely focus on generating new leads and forget about reconnecting with the customers they spent so long trying to acquire in the first place. Even though it might feel...