Montagu Evans has appointed Myles O’Brien from WSP GL Hearn as a partner in the company’s rating advisory team.
O’Brien, who has more than 25 years of experience in business rates strategy, served as head of London (business rates) and valuer operations at WSP GL Hearn.
In his new role, O’Brien – who is currently president of the Rating Surveyors’ Association – will head up the occupier sub-team, focusing on bulk and specialist instructions across both private and public sectors, and will offer rating appeal, mitigation and consultancy advice to clients who incur rate liabilities as an operational expense.
Josh Myerson, head of advisory at Montagu Evans and head of its rating advisory team, said: “Appointing Myles is part of our continued investment in high-calibre talent and wider strategy to provide market-leading insight and support across advisory disciplines, with a focus on helping clients anticipate and act on the property-related risks and opportunities ahead.
“Business rates are a significant occupational issue, particularly leading into the 2026 revaluation. We are now in an even stronger position to support our clients in understanding and managing that cost: Myles’ occupier experience and strategic thinking will be a great asset as he comes in to lead this area of our business.”
O’Brien added: “This is an exciting time. Montagu Evans’ focus on specialist support for clients, its partnership structure, and opportunities for progression are incredibly appealing. I’m also drawn to the firm’s ambition to grow its private sector relationships, complementing its established strength in the public sector. I look forward to working with an already highly respected, industry recognised team to lead and expand our occupier-focused instructions – deepening relationships with existing clients and opening the door to new opportunities.”
