CAPITAL MARKETS
& LEASE ADVISORY

£

135

Million

Transacted in the last two years

70

+

Years

Combined experience and expertise

225

,000

sq ft

Transacted in the last two years
We provide an exemplary service to our clients combined with an unparalleled market knowledge, and meticulous attention to detail.

We specialise in all aspects of commercial agency and investment, with a best-in-class client service.
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Our Team

Bio
Malcolm is a chartered surveyor with over 35 years’ experience of commercial property matters, in particular rent reviews, lease renewals, lease re-gears and valuation. He has experience of acting as an expert witness in court and arbitration proceedings and is also on the RICS panel of Independent Experts and Arbitrators appointed to resolve rental and capital valuation disputes. Malcolm also undertakes valuations of residential properties in London for the purposes of lease extensions and negotiates claims in accordance with leasehold enfranchisement legislation.

Malcolm Bailey

BSc (Hons) MRICS ACIArb
Director
Bio
Colin joined Metrus in September 1995 to grow and develop the commercial agency team. He specialises in disposals & acquisitions within the Central London office market. He advises a wide and varied client base ranging from private individuals, private & public property companies to large institutional clients. Key Skills include lease advisory, lease renewals, re-gears, pre-lettings & development appraisal. Colin became an Equity Partner in January 2006.

Colin Becker

BSc (Hons)
Director
Bio
David is a Landlord and Tenant specialist, with over 30-years’ experience of a wide variety of commercial properties, most notably retail and offices. David acts for landlords and tenants and is regularly appointed to provide Expert Evidence in rent review and lease renewal disputes

David Burlinson

BA (Hons) MRICS, RICS Registered Valuer
Director
Bio
Martin has over 30 years’ property industry experience. He’s dealt with all aspects of developing and leasing in high streets and shopping centres across the UK, and has worked on major leasing, development and consultancy projects for many of the UK’s leading property owners and retailers.

Martin Crossley

BSc (Hons) MRICS
Retail Consultant
Bio
Katie joined Metrus in 2013 and provides dedicated support to the Lease Advisory, Capital Markets, and Property Management teams. With over a decade of experience within the business, she plays a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of operations through comprehensive administrative, organisational, and business support.

Katie Elsley

PA to Lease Advisory, Capital Markets & Management
Bio
Richard has over 28 years’ experience in the London investment market advising on over £2.5bn of transactions, including the purchase of a prime Mayfair asset for £150m, a multi let office in midtown for £22m; the sale of 431-451 Oxford Street and a mixed-use estate in North London for £34m. He advises on sales and acquisitions across all sectors, working closely with a broad range of clients including institutional investors, private domestic and overseas investors, property companies and receivers. He arranges off-market transactions maintaining client’s confidentiality as well as thinking creatively about how an asset can be enhanced or marketed.

Richard Goldstein

BSc (Hons) MRICS
Director
Bio
Jermain Parkinson joined Metrus in 2024 and works within the Capital Markets & Lease Advisory team. He brings over a decade’s experience in the rail sector, alongside a background in Electrical & Electronic Engineering. Jermain applies a structured, analytical mindset to commercial property transactions, supporting clients on acquisitions, disposals, and leasing mandates, with a focus on delivering clear, detail-oriented advice.

Jermain Parkinson

Capital Markets & Lease Advisor
Bio
Andreas joined Metrus on a Graduate Trainee Scheme in September 2025 following his graduation from the University of Reading, where he studied Real Estate BSc (Hons). He supports the team across capital markets, lease advisory and valuation instructions, and is keen to further develop his expertise in transactions, landlord and tenant matters, and asset strategy as part of his career in commercial real estate.

Andreas Polycarpou

BSc
Graduate Surveyor
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