Cavendish Maxwell, a leading independent firm of chartered surveyors and property consultants in the Middle East, has announced key promotions of Jessica Taylor, Kamraan Khan, Siraj Ahmed and Zacky Sajjad, showcasing the company's commitment to recognising and advancing talent within its ranks.

 

In a significant move, Jessica Taylor has been promoted to the position of Group Chief Operating Officer. Since joining the company in 2016 and initially overseeing the HR function, she has consistently made a positive impact and demonstrated a deep understanding of the organisation's needs, said the company in a statement. 

 

Her impressive track record of success led to an expansion of her responsibilities as Director of Shared Services, where she effectively managed HR, finance, operations, legal, and compliance functions.

 

In her new role, Taylor will play a pivotal part in driving the company's strategic initiatives, streamlining operations, and fostering collaboration across departments. 

 

On her promotion, Taylor said: "I am honoured and excited to take on the new role. My journey with Cavendish Maxwell has been incredibly rewarding, and I look forward to contributing to our continued growth and success. I firmly believe that people tend to support what they help to create, and I am committed to fostering a collaborative and motivating work culture for our team."

 

Khan has been promoted to the position of Partner in the Project and Building Consultancy department, while Ahmed will take over the role of Partner in the Strategy and Consulting team. 

 

A chartered building surveyor with 15 years of experience across construction and real estate, Khan has demonstrated his expertise in building surveying, project management, property management, and valuation. 

 

His extensive international experience advising major clients, coupled with his technical knowledge, has contributed significantly to Cavendish Maxwell's success, said the statement.

 

Ahmed meanwhile brings a wealth of expertise in market research, financial feasibilities and strategic consulting across the GCC region. 

 

He has worked with property developers, investment funds, government entities, and sovereign wealth funds, providing tailored real estate consulting services to meet their specific needs and objectives. 

 

His expertise extends across multiple industry sectors, including residential, retail, hospitality, office, education, industrial, and entertainment asset classes.

 

Zacky Sajjad has been promoted to Director, Business Development. With over 18 years of multifaceted experience in construction and real estate development across the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and Australia, Sajjad has been instrumental in driving business growth and fostering strong client relations.

 

"I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as Director, Business Development. Cavendish Maxwell has been a fantastic platform for growth, and I am excited to contribute further to the success of our business," he stated.

 

Lauding the promotions, Henry Bacha, Group Interim CEO of Cavendish Maxwell, said: "We are delighted to recognise the outstanding contributions of Jessica, Kamraan, Siraj, and Zacky."

 

"These promotions reflect their dedication, expertise, and leadership within the company, and the Group's ambitions for exponential growth in the years to come. We are confident that they will continue to play key roles in our development and success," he added.-TradeArabia News Service