Allsop has hired a director from Colliers as a partner to bolster its national business rates advisory team in the run-up to the April 2023 revaluation.
James Pullen was a lead director in Colliers’ rating department, advising clients including Canada Life, Knotel and Allied Irish Banks. He has also held roles with the Valuation Office, GVA and Knight Frank during his 20-year career.
Pullen is the founder of the London Rating Network, which hosts around six networking events a year, attracting more than 70 property professionals to each event.
In his new role, he will lead Allsop’s support for its clients, coming at a particularly busy time for the team as it provides advice in the run-up to the April 2023 revaluation. He will have a particular focus on landlords and occupiers in central London and the South East.
Pullen said: “As one of the most dynamic property consultancies in the UK, I can’t wait to get stuck into the Allsop way of life and contribute to the first-class client service the team offers. At an important moment in the business rates cycle and in challenging economic conditions, it has never been more important for landlords and occupiers to review and assess their rates liabilities in order to ensure they are securing the best position. I look forward to building on the team’s growth, working alongside colleagues from across the business in our West End, City and Leeds offices.”
Richard Bourchier, partner at Allsop, said: “We are delighted to welcome James as a recognised leader in the business rates sector. As Allsop continues to recruit across many of our own business streams, James’ arrival is a particularly exciting moment for our advisory teams given the growing need from landlords and occupiers to receive exceptional professional advice.”
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