International real estate advisor Savills has expanded its valuation team with the appointment of Hugo Raworth, who joined as a director on 1 June and will be based in the company’s Margaret Street head office in London.
With over 25 years’ experience in the property industry, Hugo joins from SitusAMC where he was head of European real estate valuation services. At Savills Hugo will take on the role of business development director within the valuation division, using his extensive knowledge to focus on the growth of portfolio mandates, working closely with Savills valuation directors, to include head of portfolio valuation, Claire Magowan.
Nick Harris, head of UK and cross border valuation at Savills, comments: “Hugo is incredibly well connected in the industry and has a wealth of experience that spans the entire valuation spectrum. His expertise, particularly in portfolios working with private equity, equity funds and lenders will both complement and enhance our existing portfolio valuation offer, further augmenting our client service.”
Simon Collett, head of Savills professional services division, says: “Hugo’s appointment is a key part of our wider strategy to grow our valuation division on a national level and expand our remit in the portfolio market. His knowledge will be a great asset to our business and we are very pleased to welcome him to the team.”
Hugo Raworth adds: “I am very pleased to be joining Savills and look forward to working with the valuation team to drive forward what is an already market-leading service.”