Colette has joined from CBRE, London and brings a wealth of experience having worked with an extensive portfolio of corporate clients across office, industrial and retail including Lend Lease, M & G Real Estate, Prêt a Manger Ltd and HSBC.

Expansion into new sectors

As well as picking up on current work, Colette will lead LSH’s expansion into new sectors looking at challenging rates assessments in addition to advising on empty rates mitigation for vacant properties. She will also play a key role in preparing for the impact of the 2017 Business Rates Revaluation with the potential to make significant savings for both existing and new clients.

Expertise across LSH

The Rating service will continue to complement other expertise within LSH such as Agency, Building Consultancy and Property and Asset Management offering added value as part of a full property services offering to clients.

Expansion strategy for LSH

Abid Jaffry, Head of Office in Manchester said:

“We welcome Colette into our Rating team especially with the experience she brings from her impressive London client base. This appointment is part of an ongoing recruitment programme for Manchester and expansion strategy for LSH. Our new recruits are bringing experience, ideas and new opportunities - this is very positive for LSH and our clients.”