Meet the Team

The people behind VacatAd, combining deep property expertise with technology-first thinking to deliver compliant business rates relief across the UK.

Alistair Oates, Managing Director at VacatAd

Alistair Oates

Managing Director

Alistair’s career has taken him from HSBC in Hong Kong to residential development in the UK, and from software startups to digital operations, giving him a blend of commercial, technical, and property expertise. Holding an MSc in Building Surveying and a BA in Economics, he understands the challenges property owners face from every angle. As Managing Director, he channels this experience into VacatAd’s technology-first platform, ensuring clients achieve maximum business rates savings with total transparency and minimal disruption.

Jordan Jones, Operations Director at VacatAd

Jordan Jones

Operations Director

With a background in law and extensive experience in the Central London property market, Jordan is equipped to address the challenges of business rates mitigation head-on. With over 10 years of operational experience and knowledge, he ensures that VacatAd’s services are not only effective but also fully compliant, helping property owners navigate the complexities they encounter.

Karl Jones, Director of Business Development at VacatAd

Karl Jones

Director, Business Development

Karl has vast knowledge of the rating industry in the UK and nearly a decade of experience managing portfolios worth over £500 million. Business rates can be a complex worry for many companies, and helping clients make financial savings while reducing time and stress is at the core of what he does. Leading the business development team, Karl ensures that VacatAd’s clients’ needs are met and exceeded, no matter the complexities encountered.

What Drives Us

Compliance First

Every solution we deploy is built on robust legal foundations. We never cut corners on compliance.

Technology-Driven

Our platform automates what used to take weeks. Real-time data, transparent reporting, rapid deployment.

Client Outcomes

We measure success by one thing: the savings and peace of mind we deliver to every property owner we serve.

Ready to Work With Us?

Get in touch to discuss how VacatAd can reduce your empty property rates exposure.