CBRE has appointed Paul Surgeon from Montagu Evans as a director in its rating team.
Surgeon was a founding member of Montagu Evans’ Manchester office after joining the business from Lambert Smith Hampton.
During his career he has represented private and public sector clients on major town centre regeneration schemes and he operates across a range of sectors, including specialist areas such as healthcare.
Nick Marsden, head of the northern rating team at CBRE, said: “I am thrilled that we were able to secure Paul’s appointment. He is a very experienced director in rating and brings a huge wealth of knowledge and specific expertise. Paul will be an exceptional addition to our team and, with Manchester lead Mark Hayes, will continue to grow our northern business providing exceptional advice to our clients.”
Mark Hayes, head of Manchester rating at CBRE, added: “Having known Paul for more than 10 years, I am delighted to be able to welcome him to the CBRE Manchester rating team. Paul has an excellent reputation within the industry and the expertise that he brings will be a valuable addition to the business.


