Colliers’ National Offices team is expanding with the appointment of Jonathan Fear (Jon) who is joining as a Head of Birmingham City Centre Offices. In this pivotal role, Jon will focus on delivering a bespoke level of service for Colliers’ existing clients who have city centre assets requiring a commercial strategy that is capable of being delivered in what has become a very sophisticated marketplace.
Jon joins a national team with an unequalled track record of creating a capturing value for property owners and occupiers, which will strengthen its acknowledged, national presence and expertise in other key regional cities.
Jon is a seasoned veteran, with over 25 years of experience on both client and the advisory consultancy side in the commercial real estate industry. Jon brings a wealth of experience with a focus on mixed use urban regeneration projects and a proven track record of operating with hotel and PBSA operators. He also understands the influence of the renewable energy market and the impact of the logistics sector on urban centres.
Jon’s unique background, which includes a proven track record in asset sourcing, acquisition, asset management, and disposals, alongside the leadership of high-performing transactional teams dealing with a variety of projects across the UK, provides a special insight to client thinking.
Previously, Jon held senior roles with leading organisations such as Severn Trent Water, Cannock Developments, and St. Modwen, now owned by Blackstone, where he led significant capital works projects and was instrumental in the development, conversion, and strategic management of assets.
Douglas Bonham, who continues in his role as Head of the West Midlands out-of-town regions, will work closely with Jonathan to ensure the continued growth and success of the team in both city centre and out-of-town markets.
Mike Hawkins, Head of National Offices at Colliers commented:
"We’re looking forward to welcoming Jon to the team. With his extensive experience in real estate and a proven record of delivering leasing strategies and therefore delivering successful city centre projects, often in partnership, will ensure that he will add value to Colliers’ clients.
His leadership and strategic insight will be key in protecting our client’s city centre office portfolios and ensure that additional assets acquired will be ones that perform.”
Jon Fear has joined a national culture where client service is at the forefront of the Colliers’ ethos, creating value by capturing lettings and delivering opportunities which differentiates Colliers’ approach from its peers.
Jonathan Fear added:
“I’m excited to be joining Colliers at such a pivotal time for the business and the Birmingham office market. The city centre offers huge potential, and I look forward to contributing my experience and network to expand the company’s presence and drive growth in this key region.”
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