Rian Strauss

Director - Residential Development & Investment @CBRE

London, GB
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WORK HISTORY

Jan 2024 — Present

Director - Residential Development & Investment @CBRE

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London, GB

Passionate Real Estate Development Professional. Delivering Exceptional Client Outcomes.With a deep passion for Real Estate Development, I specialize in securing new instructions and driving successful project outcomes, ultimately providing thousands of people with exceptional new homes.Key Responsibilities:Business Development: I excel in sourcing and acquiring new clients, as well as securing repeat business from former and current clients. My approach is centred on understanding client needs and delivering tailored solutions that drive growth and success- Client Collaboration: Partnering with clients from the land acquisition stage to ensure seamless project initiation- Advisory & Consulting: Offering expert advice to maximize the value, quality, and marketability of developments- Strategic Planning: Defining robust exit strategies to ensure optimal project success- Market Launch: Leading the launch of projects to the market, ensuring high visibility and engagement- Sales Leadership: Building and managing a high-performing sales team to achieve outstanding sales results- Investment Sales: Leveraging extensive experience in investment sales to secure profitable transactions and maximize returns for clients.In London, I have contributed to the delivery of over £2 billion GDV in new developments, showcasing my ability to drive large-scale, high-value projects to successful completion.

EDUCATION

2011 — 2011

Margeret Nicol & Associates

Real Estate NQF4, Real Estate

2009 — 2009

David Knox

Real Estate Professional, Real Estate

2003 — 2007

Paul Roos Gymnasium Old Boys Union

Matric, Senior Certificate , Maths, Accounting, Technical Drawing, Physics, Chemistry, History, Afrikaans, English.

2008 — 2008

IESA

CEA, Real Estate

SKILLS

FinanceInvestment PropertiesLuxuryReal Estate AppraisalBusiness DevelopmentNew Home SalesInvestmentsLandlordsInvestorsWorking with LandlordsPrime New HomesAsset ManagementPrime ResidentialNew Business DevelopmentResearchReal EstateReal Estate EconomicsSalesLease AdministrationProperty ManagementPropertyRentalsValuationBrokerageWorking with InvestorsSellersAppraisalsPresentationsApartmentsStrategic PlanningPublic SpeakingNegotiationLeasesCustomer ServiceContract NegotiationSellingReal Estate DevelopmentMarketing StrategyResidential HomesLeadership

ABOUT RIAN STRAUSS

Industry Expert in Real Estate Development & Investments | Delivering Exceptional Client OutcomesWith a lifelong passion for Real Estate Development, I excel in securing new instructions and driving successful project outcomes, ultimately providing thousands of people with exceptional new homes.I have a proven track record of increasing sales volumes and values for my clients’ developments across London. My expertise spans residential and mixed-use projects, ranging from boutique 6-unit developments to expansive masterplan projects with 3,500 units. I ensure my clients deliver best-in-class products, achieving outstanding results.My role encompasses managing and overseeing projects from land acquisition through strategic planning and consulting, launching to market, managing sales teams, and delivering properties to end users. Additionally, I leverage extensive experience in investment sales to secure profitable transactions and maximize returns for clients.With over 17 years of experience and involvement in projects delivering over £2 billion in Gross Development Value on residential units, I am recognised as a leader and expert in the industry.

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