Carter Jonas has appointed Mathew Atkinson and Richard Harris as Partners in its Leeds office as the firm continues to enhance its national capital markets and industrial and logistics transactional capabilities.

With a wealth of experience and a proven track record in the Yorkshire property market, the high-profile duo will develop the firm's industrial and logistics proposition in the North, reinforcing Carter Jonas' position as a leading property consultancy in the region.

Mathew, who previously led JLL's Capital Markets team in Leeds, brings over 20 years of expertise in investment sales, acquisitions and development funding. His achievements have been recognised with several industry awards, and his appointment further strengthens Carter Jonas' presence in the regional investment market.

Richard, who led JLL's Industrial & Logistics team in Leeds and headed its sector offering for the North, brings over 25 years of extensive experience in the market. Specialising in development and the big box logistics sector, Richard has advised on major schemes across Yorkshire the North East solidifying his reputation as a central figure in the industrial property sector.

The duo have worked with industry-leading developer and investor clients, including Aviva, Abrdn, Legal & General, Prologis, GLP, Mountpark, Panattoni, Caddick Group, Evans Property Group and CDP Marshall.

Scott Harkness, Head of Commercial, Carter Jonas, said: "The addition of Mathew and Richard to our team marks another important moment for Carter Jonas as we continue to expand and strengthen our national expertise and presence in core regional property markets.

“Having launched our first Manchester office in May this year, as part of our expansion strategy in the North, their in-depth knowledge and achievements complement that of our existing teams and will elevate our service offerings, reinforcing our status as a go-to property consultancy for clients seeking expert advice and unparalleled market insights. I have no doubt that they will make an invaluable contribution to our business in Yorkshire and the wider region, and I look forward to working with them over the coming months."

Mathew Atkinson commented: “I am excited to join the Carter Jonas Capital Markets team as market fundamentals continue to improve and we move to a period of sustained activity post-election. I look forward to contributing to the continued growth of the Capital Markets and Industrial & Logistics teams nationally and in particular in the North of England.”

Richard Harris added: “The move to Carter Jonas was an opportunity that I could not turn down. Joining an expanding firm with real growth ambitions in the industrial and logistics sector as the market emerges from a relatively quiet period is very exciting. Our intention is to create a development-focussed business which will drive opportunities and value for our developer and investor clients.”

Richard Harris (left) Mat Atkinson (right)