M&G Investments has appointed Ruth Jackson as head of UK investment management in its £34bn real estate investment division.
Jackson will oversee bespoke mandates and new investment solutions, and drive asset management across M&G’s UK commercial property portfolio.
She will report to Peter Riley, head of UK commercial & capital solutions at M&G real estate.
Jackson joins from Hines, where she was managing director, investment management.
She has also worked at Invesco in a pan-European role and at JLL, focusing on City of London investment and development.
Jackson said: “I’m excited to join M&G at such a pivotal time as the UK commercial real estate market is reinvigorated.
“Stabilising capital values, easing interest rates and structural demand across key sectors are creating a compelling environment for performance-led strategies.
“This is an opportunity for M&G real estate to lead in the UK market recovery and I look forward to building on its strong track record of innovation and performance.”
Riley said: “We are delighted to welcome Ruth to M&G. Her appointment reflects our commitment to building the capabilities required to capitalise on global opportunities and deliver for clients as the UK market enters a new phase of growth.
“Ruth’s proven leadership and impressive track record will be invaluable for leading our UK commercial team through compelling opportunities for our clients.”
