National commercial and property investment company, LCP, which is part of M Core, has made five new appointments as it continues to expand its portfolio in the commercial property and retail sectors.
The business’ new associate director – credit manager is Careen Haines, who brings more than 30 years’ experience in credit management. Joining LCP from Savills, Haines is experienced at analysing risk and implementing effective credit policies.
Haines said: “When the opportunity to work for LCP arose, I was thrilled at the prospect. The business continues to redefine retail. I look forward to my role working for a business that creates some stand-out destinations in a way that continues to drive increasing footfall. ”
Joining Haines is Craig Dodds who joins the Scotland office asset manager while Luke Neville takes on the role of European financial accountant. Gary Boulter also joins the estates department as construction manager and Adon Emery as sales ledger administrator.
LCP has seen its staffing levels increase by almost 60% in two years to over 285 while expanding its portfolio of managed UK properties by 40 assets. It now owns and manages one of the largest, privately held commercial property portfolios in the UK with major recent acquisitions including: Princes Square in Glasgow, The Centre Livingston, M Westhill in Aberdeenshire, Antelope Retail Park in Southampton and M Park Alexandra in Grimsby.
James Buchanan, group managing director, said: “We are thrilled to be working with Careen and all of the new team members at a time when the business is focused on acquisitions and strategic growth. We are committed to ensuring that the very best people are brought into the company that can help us to thrive in a challenging real estate market.”
M Core has £300m available to invest for assets ranging from £2m to £250m and portfolios up to £150m and is actively seeking sites for acquisition.
