Partnership promotions announced at Alder King

Leading South West property consultants Alder King have announced that Simon Smith and James Jacobs have been promoted to the role of partners.

Simon Smith joined Alder King as an associate in March 2005 and is based in Alder King’s Bristol office.  His new role will see him continue to provide advice to clients in the public and private sectors on large scale strategic development projects across the UK and also to take a lead developing the firm’s energy team.

Simon commented: “The South West of England and South Wales is an attractive area for energy related development ranging from domestic to large utility scale and I look forward to developing Alder King’s service offers in the field.”

James joined Alder King as a building surveyor in 2001 and was promoted to associate in 2007.  He is based in Alder King’s Exeter office and provides advice to clients on all aspects of Building Consultancy, including dilapidations and project monitoring and project management.  James is a specialist in fire and flood insurance reinstatement and advises on restoring and rebuilding private houses as well as businesses following major losses including fire or flood.

James commented: “My priority will be to continue to develop our profile in Devon and Cornwall and build on Alder King’s relationships with local developers and bank funding professionals.”

Martyn Jones, senior partner at Alder King said: “I am delighted to announce these promotions.  Simon and James are outstanding individuals who have both made significant contributions to our business.”