Background
With over 20 years’ experience across top-tier firms — including Cushman & Wakefield, British Airways Pension Fund (a dynamic and top-performing investor-developer), and BlackRock (the world’s largest asset manager)— Springwell Real Estate was founded to bring opportunities, strategic insight, and efficient execution to a broader client base.
James Thomson
Experienced Investment Manager & Asset Manager with Over 20 Years in the Industry
James Thomson, Director of Springwell Real Estate, has executed more than £1bn in capital transactions, including approximately £300 million in 2024 alone.
With hundreds of leasing and occupational deals completed and strategic oversight of developments and refurbishments spanning millions of square feet, James brings a rare depth of experience and a performance-driven perspective.
Sectors & Achievements
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Cross-sector investment management and asset management – industrial, office, retail, residential, and alternatives
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Delivered
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High value and high volume investment activity
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High-profile leasing campaigns, strategic regears and surrenders, and value-enhancing refurbishments
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Complex ground-up and phased developments
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Consistent long-term outperformance for institutional clients
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James has worked alongside best-in-class investors, co-investors, development and asset management partners, advisors and service providers across a range of landmark projects - 👉 see past projects and network.