Company Profile
Savills is a global real estate services provider with a rich history dating back to 1855. The firm offers a comprehensive suite of advisory, management, and transactional services across various property sectors. Their expertise spans residential, commercial, rural, and mixed-use developments, catering to a diverse client base that includes individuals, businesses, and institutional investors worldwide. Savills' services encompass asset management, property buying and selling, consultancy, development, finance, investment, letting and renting, occupier services, planning, property management, research, and valuation.
The business was established in London by Alfred Savill as 'Savill and Son' in 1855, initially focusing on land agency and surveying. Over the decades, the firm expanded its services and geographic reach, becoming a limited company in 1987 and listing on the London Stock Exchange in 1988. Key strategic moves included mergers and acquisitions in Asia and Europe, and a significant entry into the North American market with the acquisition of Studley in 2014. This growth trajectory has transformed Savills from a local London firm into a global leader in real estate.
Savills operates through a diversified platform, with its Investment Management subsidiary playing a crucial role in providing global real estate capital solutions. Savills Investment Management focuses on equity and debt investments in real estate, managing a substantial portfolio of assets. The firm's broad market coverage and integrated service model aim to provide clients with tailored solutions and data-driven insights to navigate complex real estate challenges and optimize portfolio performance.
The firm's leadership includes Mark Ridley as Group Chief Executive and David Lipson as CEO of Savills US. Savills prides itself on attracting and retaining top talent, fostering a collaborative environment, and actively investing in nurturing future leaders. Their team comprises specialists with diverse backgrounds in architecture, construction, accounting, legal, and finance, enabling a holistic approach to real estate strategy and problem-solving for clients across various industries.
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