CO-RE has appointed Matthew Barratt as head of asset management, marking the strategic expansion of the business into asset management.
Barratt will join CO-RE in September from CBRE Investment Management, where he led asset management strategies across more than 1m sq ft of London real estate.
In this newly created role, he will establish CO-RE’s asset management offer, allowing the business to provide a comprehensive service to investors in addition to its development management and occupier market expertise.
In addition to managing assets within CO-RE’s own portfolio, the developer will offer asset management services to third-party capital partners across central London.
Barratt said: “CO-RE has an enviable track record for delivering high-performing buildings that meet the needs of modern occupiers. I’m excited to bring that same rigour and philosophy to how these assets are managed – for CO-RE’s investment partners and the wider market. I’m looking forward to working with the team and its clients.”
Bradley Baker, CEO of CO-RE, added: “This new hire represents an exciting step in the expansion of CO-RE and we’re delighted to have Matthew on board. The business is going from strength to strength, and this latest move into asset management is a welcome opportunity to build on that momentum and help provide our clients with a more comprehensive service.
“We have always been focused on helping our clients maximise the development opportunity, and now we will take that on to the next stage. It’s a particularly exciting time right now in London commercial property, with significant projects like Vista and Lansdowne House making good progress, demonstrating the strength of opportunity for investors, developers and occupiers alike.”
