Real estate developer and operator Brookfield Properties has appointed Matt Hern as its next Head of Operations, succeeding Steven Cheshire, who will be retiring in 2025.
The appointment follows Hern’s 11-year tenure at Brookfield Properties, during which he has been a highly valued and respected senior leader, with vast experience across multiple properties in London including well known landmarks such as Principal Place, London Wall Place, 99 Bishopsgate and Aldgate Tower.
This move underscores the continuity and growth of the Brookfield Properties team in the UK, as well as the ongoing evolution of its operations strategy.
In his new role, Hern will oversee the engineering, technical, and property management of Brookfield Properties’ 5 million sq ft London office portfolio, while continuing to lead decarbonization efforts across the company’s buildings and supply chain through innovative ESG solutions, as part of the company’s Accelerate ESG programme.
Brookfield Properties develops and manages a portfolio of Grade A commercial buildings on behalf of Brookfield Asset Management — one of the world’s largest alternative asset managers.
Dan Scanlon, President, Brookfield Properties UK, said: “We are excited to welcome Matt into his well-deserved new role. His extensive and varied experience at Brookfield Properties positions him well for this next chapter.
I would also like to extend our collective thanks to Steven for his exceptional contribution over the last 11 years. His leadership and dedication have left a lasting impact on our business, and we are grateful for the strong foundation he has built for future success.”
Matt Hern, Senior Vice President of Operations, Brookfield Properties UK, said: “I am delighted to have been entrusted with the operational oversight of our London portfolio and leadership of our Property Management and Engineering teams. I have inherited a great team from Steven, who are committed to delivering first-class service across our London portfolio. I look forward to working with them, alongside our occupiers and supply partners, to continue providing a best-in-class experience.”
