Melinda Cross will take on a new role as head of UK industrial and logistics at JLL from 1 January 2023.
Cross joined JLL’s industrial and logistics team in 2010 and has led numerous significant instructions with the likes of Chancerygate, Abrdn, Royal London Asset Management, Prologis in the South East, and Graftongate.
She replaces Andy Harding, who has led JLL’s industrial and logistics team for the last nine years and will move into a new role as head of clients – industrial and logistics.
JLL has also announced Mike Hancock is taking on the role of head of UK lease advisory. He replaces Geoffrey Pentecost who is moving into a client leadership role after 45 years with the business.
James Finnis, head of UK agency at JLL, said: “JLL’s commitment to the continued growth and development of our people has ensured that we have the right talent in place to succeed Andy and Geoffrey. In their new leadership roles Mel and Mike will undoubtedly continue to deliver excellence for our clients and teams.
“Mel and Mike have been contributing to the success of their teams for many years and both have established track records in delivering for our clients. I’m very thankful to both Geoffrey and Andy for their dedication to JLL. They’ve helped to build and lead hugely successful, market leading teams and been a positive force and mentor to many.”
