Alex McKinlay has joined the Savills UK Public Sector team as head of Public Sector Land, working with the existing public sector and development teams across the Savills business.

Alex has worked in the sector for 20 years, most recently as a director at Deloitte Real Estate.

His experience includes advising the MoD on high profile sales across the UK, including the record breaking Chelsea Barracks, and leading the procurement of development partners for first two phases of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park for the London Legacy Development Corporation.

Of his appointment, Alex says:  “With the spotlight on housing delivery in London and across the country there is an increased focus on public sector land.  I look forward to working alongside the existing Savills teams to grow the public sector development business.”

Alex Dawson, head of Public Sector Consultancy says;  “Alex has extensive knowledge of public sector sales, having acted for land owners including the MoD, NHS, local authorities and education bodies.  Alex brings skills in land agency and procurement and will boost the offering for our public sector clients”.

Richard Rees, head of Savills UK Development says:  “We are delighted to welcome Alex to Savills.  His knowledge and experience will complement the existing team and we look forward to working with him”.