JLL appoints new Head of Capital Markets in Prague

10
Oct
2022
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by Property Forum | Career

JLL has announced that Robert Paulson has been appointed Head of Capital Markets for the Czech Republic. In a move to support the growth and evolution of its Capital Markets business across the region, Rob’s appointment is effective immediately.


Rob originally joined JLL in Prague in 2014 and subsequently relocated to Romania to run CBRE’s Capital Markets team in Bucharest. He has over 12 years of experience in the CEE region across a multitude of disciplines and will now manage JLL’s 5-person team focusing on the Czech investment market. JLL has invested broadly in the CEE region over recent years specifically in Capital Markets.  The Czech team will leverage the multi-geographical approach across the CEE region and exchange information between global, regional, and local teams. 

Tom Devonshire-Griffin, Head of CEE Capital Markets, JLL, commented: "Rob's longstanding history with JLL means that we are in safe hands to embark on this next chapter in the Czech and broader CEE Capital Markets journey and providing our clients with the best solutions across the region."

Andrew Peirson, Managing Director of Czech Republic, JLL, commented: “I’m extremely happy that Rob has re-joined the team in Prague. I’ve known Rob for many years and I’m very much looking forward to working closely with him and his team as we continue to grow our business in the Czech Republic”.

Rob Paulson, Head of Czech Republic Capital Markets, JLL, commented: “It’s great to be back and the whole team is looking forward to supporting clients, providing insights and advice at a time when having a trusted real estate partner is more important than ever.”




New leases

  • UDH, one of Poland’s largest distributors of premium imported beers, has leased approximately 1,400 sq m of modern warehouse and office space at the Park Rysy Kraków distribution centre. The tenant, which has chosen to expand its operations in southern Poland, was once again represented by AXI IMMO.
  • Golden Star Estate has secured a long-term lease agreement with global technology solutions and consulting provider C&F for nearly 1,900 sqm of office space at the Konstruktorska Business Center. Following the transaction, the property, located in Warsaw’s Mokotów business district, is now almost fully leased. The Polish branch of C&F will officially relocate to the facility at the beginning of 2027.
  • Natland Group has committed to its long-term presence at Prague-based Rohan Business Center through a lease extension covering 2,004 sqm of office space, together with storage facilities and dedicated parking spaces, in a deal brokered by iO Partners.

New appointments

  • Indotek Group has announced the appointment of Diederik Bakker as Group Chief Investment Officer and Group Head of Asset Management. In his new role, the Dutch real estate investment professional will gradually assume responsibility for the company's ITAM (investment, transaction, and asset management) activities across 12 European countries, supporting the next phase of Indotek Group’s growth. His focus includes facilitating sound investment decisions across Europe and developing a group-level portfolio management strategy that combines local market knowledge with international asset management know-how.
  • Peakside Capital Advisors has appointed Bogi Gabrovic to advise the board and support its investment and acquisition activities in Poland. Gabrovic brings more than 25 years of CEE real estate experience to the role, having previously held senior executive positions at CTP, Golub & Company, and White Star Real Estate, where she managed transactions exceeding €2 billion.
  • Katarína Brydone, Jana Vlková and Vendula Maršová have been appointed as the first Equity Partners of Colliers’ Czech business. Brydone brings more than 20 years of experience in international real estate. Vlková has more than 25 years of experience in commercial real estate. Maršová, Partner and Head of Valuation and Advisory Services, brings more than 16 years of experience in real estate valuation and advisory.

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