A newly-qualified chartered surveyor at commercial property firm Garness Jones is tasked with bringing leisure and retail investment to Hull.
Zoe Clarvis, 32, has been working with the Hull-based business for two years, having previously spent seven years at port operator ABP as an estates surveyor.
She has now secured her Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) qualification in commercial property, and has landed a top role at Garness Jones.
Zoe will now be responsible for attracting new office, leisure and retail investment to both Hull and the wider region.
Paul White, agency director at Garness Jones, said: “What Zoe has demonstrated to us is a great understanding of the market locally and how markets are changing, particularly with regard to city and town centres.
“She knows where the opportunities are for buyers, sellers and occupiers, and can really offer an extra level of service to our clients.
“We can help shape the progress and economy of the region.”
In securing her qualification, Zoe completed a RICS accredited degree, documented her handling of a complete property transaction and was questioned by three RICS assessors in an hour-long interview.
Zoe said the two years working with Garness Jones ensured she was prepared for any questions which came her way, and for the role she has now undertaken.
“I’ve been fortunate to learn from a very experienced and knowledgeable team here over the past two years,” she said.
“They ensured that I learned all the essential basic skills to give me the foundations to build upon, but have also given me the opportunities to see first-hand how large property transactions and investments are handled and managed.
“I find the job really interesting and varied, from valuation and to property management and ensuring the smooth running deals to make sure they are completed on schedule.
“There is always something different on every property negotiation, but our aim is always to bring the same high-level of experience, knowledge and customer service to the table, and by doing that we can help shape the progress and growth of the local economy.”
Garness Jones is currently working on a string of high-profile developments in Hull.
The commercial property firm is involved in the transformation of Hull’s former House of Fraser building.
Now branded Hammonds of Hull, plans are in place to revamp the former department store into a mixed-use facility incorporating offices, food, retail and leisure.
Mr White, Agency Director at Garness Jones, said: “Securing the RICS Chartered Surveyor status is very important as it demonstrates to our clients that Zoe meets the highest standards of competency and performance in all aspects of commercial property work.
“It is an important, independent accreditation within our industry, but one we knew she’d secure seamlessly as Zoe has been a tremendous addition to the team since the day she walked in the door two years ago.
“Zoe will now be working closely with myself in attracting investment to the region and supporting the leisure, office and retail sectors, with a real focus presently on supporting a number of initiatives in Hull city centre.”
