Our Team

Meet our Leaders

We are a dynamic team of dedicated and passionate professionals, each bringing a wealth of experience in property finance and investment. Based in London and Monaco we deliver tailored solutions and ethical practices, we work closely with our clients to unlock opportunities and help them achieve their goals. Meet the experts behind Skovby.

  • Helle Skovby

    FOUNDING PARTNER

    With over 20 years of experience in navigating international property transactions, Helle is a trusted expert in the field. Originally from Denmark, where she is a qualified and licensed real estate agent, she now calls Monaco home, managing our clients’ property needs with passion.

    Helle’s extensive knowledge spans both the judicial and practical aspects of real estate transactions, ensuring every deal is handled seamlessly. Known for her meticulous attention to detail and deep industry expertise, she provides clients with confidence and peace of mind—because with Helle, you're in safe hands.

    Outside of work, she finds balance through running, yoga, and spending quality time with her family and daughter.

  • Michael Nielsen

    PARTNER

    With over 30 years of experience in international property transactions and cross-border tax matters, Michael is a trusted expert in navigating complex financial structures across borders. His deep knowledge of French tax law, combined with his extensive experience in structuring property purchases, inheritance planning, and wealth management, makes him an invaluable resource for clients. 

    A published author, Michael has co-written three books in collaboration with Deloitte and KPMG, solidifying his reputation as a specialist in the field. Known for his solution-oriented and creative approach, he is dedicated to finding the best solutions tailored to each client’s needs.

    Beyond his professional life, Michael has a passion for cars, especially classic cars. Having spent many years sailing in Denmark, he has a love for yachts and life on the water. While knee surgeries may have sidelined his tennis game, he still enjoys staying active in other ways. At home, in Monaco with his wife and daughter, he finds joy in cooking and experimenting with new flavours in the kitchen.

  • Nick Luksha

    PARTNER

    Nick brings over two decades of entrepreneurial and capital-raising experience across Europe, North America, and Latin America. He has held senior leadership roles in both private and public companies, with a track record spanning real estate development, investment, technology, and resource sectors.

    With deep expertise in strategic growth and capital raising, Nick has helped scale businesses by building strong management teams and accessing global investment networks. His relationships with family offices, institutional investors, and private capital partners enable him to structure and secure funding for high-growth ventures.

    Nick’s strength lies in navigating complex commercial environments and connecting ambitious projects with the right capital — always with a focus on sustainable, strategic growth.

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