Estama UK expands team with appointment of experienced Asset Manager

Leading commercial asset and property managers ESTAMA UK has appointed Alex Butler to join its Asset Management team.

Alex has more than six years’ management experience working across various shopping centres in the UK as well as a background in retail prior to joining the industry.

He also has three years ‘commercialisation experience working on a variety of high-end retail assets to drive commercial performance and footfall.

“We’re delighted to welcome Alex onto the team as we continue to expand and develop the business following our transition to Employee Ownership Trust status earlier this year,” said Ross Campbell, Head of UK Investment & Transactions.

“Alex has a proven track record and a passion for negotiating new deals, lease re-gears and relocations on top of place making to ensure assets thrive.

“As well as working closely with our clients and stakeholders, he will also continue developing our relationships with retailers and local authorities to ensure a fully functional approach to deliver the best sustainable results,” he added.

Before joining ESTAMA UK, Alex oversaw the leasing of core London shopping centres assets at Capital & Regional Plc.

During his time there he worked on initiatives such as a re-generation projects, creation of a new modern food hall, various events to the schemes; all of which enhanced footfall and income to the centres.

“I’m thrilled to be joining ESTAMA UK at such an exciting time and am looking forward to bring my experience and enthusiasm to both existing and new clients,” said Alex.

“Working with such a dynamic, ambitious and forward-thinking business will provide me with plenty of new opportunities and challenges,” he added.

ESTAMA UK is one of the UK’s leading commercial asset and property managers offering investors authentic and actionable solutions that deliver outstanding value, with a current portfolio of 18 shopping centre assets under management.

It is recognised for its proactive approach to asset and property management, emphasising improved investment value and returns, sustainable practices, and tenant and community engagement.