Cushman & Wakefield has appointed Ben Cullen as head of UK & Ireland, taking over from George Roberts who is leaving the business.
Cullen joined Cushman & Wakefield as a graduate in 2001 and became an international partner in 2016.
He led the London occupier representation team before being named head of offices, UK in 2021, and also sat on the UK executive committee.
In his new role, he will focus on clients and growth for the UK & Ireland business.
Andy Tyler will take over from Cullen as head of offices, UK.
Cullen said: “Stepping into this new leadership role is an honour and a responsibility that I carry with great pride.
“We have gone from strength-to-strength in the UK & Ireland by staying focused on delivering exceptional advice and execution for our clients.
“With a world-class team, a culture to be proud of, and an incredible platform, I’m excited by the growth opportunities ahead for us and our clients.”
Matthew Bouw, CEO, APAC & EMEA, Cushman & Wakefield, said: “I’m delighted to promote Ben into this role, where his energy, his client-centric approach, and his track record in delivering exceptional value for our clients through advice, solutions and services can have the greatest impact.
“I look forward to working with him in a key country leadership position in our combined APAC & EMEA business to bring the best of Cushman & Wakefield globally to our clients in the UK and Ireland.
“George has had a profound influence on Cushman & Wakefield across 15 years with the firm and is handing over a business in fantastic shape.”
Bouw added: “We are sincerely grateful for his contribution and wish him every success for the future.”
