This article is from the Australian Property Journal archive
AGENTS Knight Frank has appointed a new partner, with Mark Lafferty to take up the role of national head of investment sales and franchise partnerships.
Lafferty will bring his more than 17 years of experience across the property sector to the position, having worked across asset management, leasing, operations, corporate real estate, funds management and development management for occupiers and investors.
“Mark has significant experience and demonstrated success in Investment Sales, and is highly regarded by institutions, occupiers and clients, so is well placed to lead our team nationally,” said James Patterson, CEO at Knight Frank.
“His excellent reputation, vast network and extensive experience will strengthen our offering across all areas of our broader Capital Market business. Mark will bring a renewed focus to the firm’s franchise network – with a focus on growth – in conjunction with Knight Frank’s partners in Australia and New Zealand respectively, McGrath and Bayleys.”
Prior to joining Knight Frank, Lafferty worked at CBRE Asia Pacific for more than 15 years, most recently as managing director of metropolitan investments across Australia and New Zealand.
“Knight Frank Australia is a strong global brand with a big presence in the private wealth segment of the market, and I look forward to being part of the team,” said Lafferty.
“The market is set for a recovery next year, and as such we expect greater activity in Investment Sales as we see a return towards more normal conditions.
Lafferty will commence in the role in February 2025 and be based in Knight Frank’s Melbourne office.
