Cushman & Wakefield has hired Ben Roberts as a partner and head of its Manchester office.
Roberts joins from Torran Property Investment, a niche investment and asset management company which he founded.
In 2002 he set up and ran Kenmore’s Manchester office and bought more than £175m of buildings across all sectors.
He has also worked for CBRE and Knight Frank.
Mark Walsh will be continuing in an occupier representation role.
Digby Flower, UK chief executive of Cushman & Wakefield, said: “Ben has an exceptional track record in the North West of England and brings the skills, connections and experience required to spearhead the growth of our business in the region.”
Roberts added: “This is a fantastic opportunity and I am delighted to be joining Cushman & Wakefield. I am looking forward to leading and expanding the Manchester team and confirming Cushman & Wakefield as a major commercial property adviser in the North West.”
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