Islay Walker

Islay joined Vella in 2025 as a Recruitment Consultant, bringing over 3 years of experience in Stakeholder Engagement and Public Affairs, working in Development across London.

Previously, Islay worked as an Account Manager for Kanda Consulting, managing projects including residential, office, and mixed-use schemes. Her projects that achieved planning permission included large developments such as 176-178 York Way (Islington), One Silk Street (City of London), and 45-54 Saffron Hill (Camden). Islay is looking forward to utilising her experience in the planning world in her new recruitment career. Islay also gained Parliamentary insight and experience with the Kentish MP Gordon Henderson in 2023 as a Constituency Caseworker.

Islay holds a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Politics from the University of Lincoln. Outside of work, Islay enjoys spending time with friends and family, baking and Pilates