McNamara is currently executive vice president, Europe at Oxford Properties and brings over 20 years’ experience in the real estate sector.
British Land, the real estate investment and development company, has appointed Joanne McNamara as chief executive officer (CEO).
McNamara is currently executive vice president, Europe at Oxford Properties and brings over 20 years’ experience in the real estate sector.
She joined Oxford in 2010 and has overseen major investment and development deals, helping build the European team and a portfolio with assets under management of about £8bn.
Before joining Oxford, McNamara worked at Hammerson and DTZ.
She is expected to join British Land by the end of November.
McNamara said: “British Land is a business that I have always admired, with an impressive track record of delivering and managing best in class places across the UK and an expert team at its helm.
“I am very much looking forward to working with the Board, executive committee and all of my new colleagues as we work together to build on what is already a fantastic platform for growth.”
William Rucker, chairman at British Land, said: “I am delighted that Joanne is joining British Land from Oxford Properties, a business we respect and know well as a joint venture partner on the highly successful Leadenhall Building development.
“Joanne is one of Europe’s most respected real estate professionals.
“With her deep expertise in real estate, valuable experience in the world of private capital and a strong reputation for decisive leadership, she is exceptionally well placed to drive the business forward. On behalf of the Board, I look forward to welcoming her to the team.”