Ashleigh Corbett Appointed as CBRE’s Head of Flex in Scotland

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02 September 2024

CBRE has appointed a new Head of Flex to lead its flexible office solutions offering in Scotland.

The demand for flexible workspace continues to grow in Scotland, but there is a gap in provision. In Aberdeen, 1.7 per cent of available office space is flexible, with Glasgow offering 1.1 per cent and Edinburgh 2.54 per cent. This is behind Birmingham (4.5 per cent), Manchester (6 per cent) and London (12.5 per cent).

In her new role as Head of Flex, Ashleigh Corbett will secure space for new occupiers, advising operators on growth opportunities and supporting landlords on the diversification of existing office space. Ashleigh has spent the last ten years working  in sales and operations roles for flex space operators across Scotland including Flexspace, IWG, and Oregg.She said: “Joining CBRE at an exciting period of growth, I’m really looking forward to expanding our flex advisory services in Scotland. The demand for flex space has undoubtedly surged over the past five years, and the Scottish market presents an exceptional opportunity to broaden and enhance its offerings.

“Having spent the last 10 years working with operators, I bring a unique insight that will diversify our approach in the flex market and position us as the best-placed advisory team in Scotland. Since joining, I’ve been out meeting clients as well as people within my existing network and there is a genuine excitement about the flex opportunity in Scotland.”

Matt Willcock, Executive Director at CBRE, added: “We’re excited to welcome Ashleigh who brings a depth of insight and knowledge around flex, importantly from an operator’s perspective. As Head of Flex, Ashleigh will play an integral role in the future of flex space in Scotland, which is undoubtedly going to accelerate.

“We have created an exclusive proposition in the market that will benefit our clients, whether that’s landlords, occupiers or operators. We already offer such services in Manchester, Birmingham and London and we’re proud to be the first advisor to do so in Scotland.

“Around 50 per vent of occupiers seeking new space in key Scottish cities are considering flex opportunities. Traditionally, smaller businesses sought flex space, however we are now seeing larger firms, including a significant number of our own corporate clients, also consider flexible office space.”

Picture: a photograph of Ashleigh Corbett. Image Credit: CBRE

Article written by Ella Tansley | Published 02 September 2024

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