Lidgate joins from Taylor Wimpey, where he most recently served as managing director, and will take charge of Vistry’s strategy across land, planning, sustainability and business improvement. He will also co-chair the group’s investment committee.

The hire marks another senior move as Vistry continues to push its partnerships-led, mixed-tenure model.

Lidgate brings more than 25 years’ experience across house building and residential investment.

Before Taylor Wimpey, he held a string of senior leadership roles at Legal & General, including chief executive of L&G Homes, regional chair of CALA and head of residential at Legal & General Investment Management. His background spans affordable housing, build to rent, strategic land and large-scale joint ventures.

Vistry executive chair and chief executive Greg Fitzgerald said the appointment underlined the group’s ability to attract top-tier industry talent.

Lidgate said he was drawn by the group’s momentum and growth plans.

He said: “I’m thrilled to be joining Vistry and am very much looking forward to working with the teams across the business. The momentum of the business is compelling, and I’m excited to contribute to the Group’s ambitious growth and partnerships strategy.”