David McDougall joins Cushman & Wakefield as Partner, bolstering leadership in new Advisory+ division

Cushman & Wakefield, a global leader in real estate services, is proud to announce the appointment of David McDougall as Partner, Advisory+ Australia and New Zealand, solidifying the leadership team for the firm's recently established Advisory+ division.

With over 18 years of experience in the real estate advisory realm, including notable senior roles, David has extensive experience in providing strategy and transaction advisory services to private and public sector clients across a range of asset classes and leading diverse and complex projects and teams across geographies.

Having spent the last decade in Australia following a successful tenure in London, United Kingdom, David’s global perspective and local insights has helped, David cultivate a distinguished reputation for providing unparalleled strategic counsel to corporates and large-scale occupiers, guiding them through transformative journeys and facilitating transactions across diverse asset classes.

His track record boasts a litany of major single-asset and multi-asset transaction management projects characterised by scale and intricacy, underscoring his proficiency in handling diverse challenges with finesse and precision. His experience includes strategic review and analysis of occupier portfolios, transaction management of major portfolio transformations and engaging and reporting to C-Suite and ASX listed corporates and Government departments.

In welcoming David to the leadership fold, Ross Hamilton, Managing Principal and Partner of Advisory+ for Cushman & Wakefield, Asia Pacific, remarked, "David's appointment marks a significant milestone for our Advisory+ division."
“His proven track record of delivering impactful solutions and driving business growth aligns seamlessly with our strategic objectives. We are confident that David's leadership will enhance our capabilities and reinforce our commitment to delivering unparalleled value to our clients."

David McDougall, Cushman & Wakefield’s Partner, Advisory+ Australia and New Zealand expressed his enthusiasm about the firm's impressive client pool and strong standing in the Asia Pacific region.

Cushman & Wakefield's robust presence and esteemed reputation in APAC, coupled with its diverse and high-profile client base, were significant factors in my decision to join the team.
“I look forward to leveraging these strengths to drive impactful change and deliver superior results for our clients. It's an exciting time in the real estate industry, and I'm eager to contribute to the continued success and growth of Cushman & Wakefield in this dynamic market" he said.