Cushman & Wakefield appoints Ben McGrath as Managing Director for Queensland business

McGrath brings decades of experience in the commercial property sector, having previously served as Managing Director of Knight Frank Queensland and National Director at JLL. He also spent five years based in China, where he developed expertise in regional capital flows and offshore client relationships.

Most recently, he led his own advisory and investment management business, which established a modular housing venture aimed at addressing Australia's shortage of affordable housing. 

His appointment comes at a time when Queensland continues to attract strong investor interest, supported by resilient occupier demand and robust transaction activity across commercial real estate markets.

Noral Wild, Chief Executive, Australia, New Zealand and North Asia, said McGrath's appointment reflects the firm's long-term growth ambitions in the state. 

"Ben's appointment is the latest step in strengthening our national leadership team as we continue to invest in markets where we see opportunities for sustained growth. 

“Queensland is one of Australia’s most dynamic commercial real estate markets and has been a longstanding focus within our national strategy. Ben's extensive leadership and office investment market experience puts him in great stead to lead our Queensland business as we seek to expand our platform and create greater value for clients.” 

McGrath said Queensland's commercial property sector presents significant opportunities for clients and the business. 

"Queensland continues to present exceptional opportunities across a diverse range of commercial real estate markets, and Cushman & Wakefield is well positioned to help clients realise that potential.

"The business has a talented local and national team and an enviable reputation as a global leader in Commercial Real Estate markets. I'm looking forward to building on these foundations, strengthening our core agency business, and working closely with our clients and people to drive the next phase of growth for the Queensland business." 

McGrath's appointment takes effect immediately and forms part of Cushman & Wakefield's continued investment in strengthening its Queensland leadership team and expanding its client platform across the state.