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CBRE appoints new head of flex

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Samantha McClary

29 August 2024

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Scotland

CBRE has appointed flex operations expert Ashleigh Corbett as head of flex for Scotland.

Corbett brings a wealth of experience to the agent, having spent the last decade working in sales and operations roles for flex space operators across Scotland including Flexspace, IWG and more recently Orega.

At Orega, Corbett spent six years as regional sales manager where she gained insights from an operator’s perspective that CBRE said would complement its existing office advisory services.

In her new role Corbett will be responsible for securing space for new occupiers, advising operators on growth opportunities, supporting landlords on the diversification of existing office space and managing turnkey solutions.

She joins a growing flex team at CBRE that includes UK head of flexible office solutions Michael Glynn, head of flex for the North Jordan Saleh, and head of flex for the Midlands and South Daniel White.

Corbett said: “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.”

Matt Willcock, executive director at CBRE, added: “As head of flex, Ashleigh will play an integral role in the future of flex space in Scotland, which is undoubtedly going to accelerate.

“Around 50% 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.”

The current provision of flexible office space in Scotland is behind availability in competitor cities, despite strong levels of demand.

In Aberdeen, just 1.7% of available office space is flex, with Glasgow offering 1.1% and Edinburgh 2.54%. This is low compared with Birmingham (4.5%), Manchester (6%) and London (12.5%).

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CBRE has appointed flex operations expert Ashleigh Corbett as head of flex for Scotland. Corbett brings a wealth of experience to the agent, having spent the last decade working in sales and operations roles for flex space operators across Scotland including Flexspace, IWG and more recently Orega. At Orega, Corbett spent six years as regional sales manager where she gained insights from an operator’s perspective that CBRE said would complement its existing office advisory services. In her new role Corbett will be responsible for securing space for new occupiers, advising operators on growth opportunities, supporting landlords on the diversification of existing office space and managing turnkey solutions. She joins a growing flex team at CBRE that includes UK head of flexible office solutions Michael Glynn, head of flex for the North Jordan Saleh, and head of flex for the Midlands and South Daniel White. Corbett said: “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.” Matt Willcock, executive director at CBRE, added: “As head of flex, Ashleigh will play an integral role in the future of flex space in Scotland, which is undoubtedly going to accelerate. “Around 50% 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.” The current provision of flexible office space in Scotland is behind availability in competitor cities, despite strong levels of demand. In Aberdeen, just 1.7% of available office space is flex, with Glasgow offering 1.1% and Edinburgh 2.54%. This is low compared with Birmingham (4.5%), Manchester (6%) and London (12.5%).