International real estate advisor Savills is expanding its retail team in Scotland with the appointment of Estelle Forrester, who will be based at the company's Glasgow office on West George Street.

Estelle, who joins Savills as a Director, has over 11 years experience in the retail industry having previously worked at CB Richard Ellis.

With specific expertise in working with landlords on both shopping centre and high street projects such as Silverburn Shopping Centre, St Enoch Shopping Centre and East Kilbride Shopping Centre, Estelle will join Glasgow-based Director Ross Allardice in expanding the Savills retail services across Scotland with the support of the national retail team.

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Chris Blair, National Head of Retail at Savills, comments: "Having established our in-town retail presence in Scotland two years ago, Ross has built up a strong reputation in the local market. Estelle's expertise, particularly with landlords, will help us to augment our services to clients and inevitably strengthen our position in the Scottish market."

Mark Fleming, Head of Savills in Scotland, said: "This appointment is part of Savills' on-going strategy in Scotland to strengthen our offer and provide a rounded service for clients. Estelle's retail experience and knowledge of the local market will be a great addition to our team in Scotland. Furthermore, this expanded In-Town service will perfectly complement our leading out of town retail offer, which is run from our Edinburgh office."

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