James Maddock joins Occupier Strategy & Solutions practice of Knight Frank

Global real estate services firm Knight Frank has appointed a new partner in its UK business.

James Maddock has joined the Occupier Strategy & Solutions practice of Knight Frank, which advises multinational corporations across sectors on their real estate portfolios and outsourcing strategies. Based out of London, Maddock becomes a member of the practice’s global management team.

“I am delighted to be joining Knight Frank’s world-class team at such a pivotal moment for the occupier market. The firm’s partnership culture and commitment to collaboration strongly resonate with me. I look forward to working across the UK, Europe and global platform to enhance client experience, deliver meaningful outcomes, and support the continued growth of the business in an increasingly complex environment,” said Maddock.

With over 35 years of experience in corporate real estate and occupier advisory, Maddock has transacted millions of square feet across the globe, advising multinationals in various sectors.

He joins Knight Frank from Cushman & Wakefield, where he spent his entire career, beginning at DTZ in 1990 and later joining the European board following the firm’s 2015 merger. Most recently, he served as EMEA Head of Occupier Services, where he was responsible for building and scaling the business. His experience spans all areas of corporate real estate strategy and delivery, including integrated service delivery models, portfolio optimisation, and workplace innovation.

Tim Armstrong, Global Head of Occupier Strategy & Solutions at Knight Frank, said: “As occupier requirements become increasingly sophisticated, this is the ideal moment to strengthen our global leadership team. James brings 35 years of experience and an exceptional track record, and his arrival further enhances our ability to deliver innovative and integrated solutions for clients.”

“Working closely with our regional leaders, he will play a pivotal role in accelerating growth and transforming how occupiers extract value from their real estate and workplaces.”