Back to top

Associate Director | Asset Manager

Paddy O’Connor – MSCSI MRICS

Over 16 years experience in the commercial property market, primarily focusing on Irish retail assets.

Key capital partners and clients including Oaktree Capital, Avenue Capital Group, NAMA, Deloitte, Davy, Bank of Ireland along with various international and domestic investors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversaw the development of Phase 2 Galway to include the delivery of retail tenants, appointment of contractors, development of design documents & accommodation.
  • Significant leasing experience with translation of agreed lettings for store specification with key occupiers Harvey Norman, Penneys, Boots & Movies @.
  • Formulation of asset business plans, cash flows and IRR models having regard to specific client requirements and asset dynamics.
  • Collaboration and negotiation with a wide range of asset owners, service providers and retailers in respect of all aspects of retail asset management and transaction advice including lease restructuring, lettings, disposals, acquisitions due diligence and refurbishment.
  • Formulation of asset business plans, cash flows and IRR models having regard to specific client requirements and asset dynamics.
  • Manage the regulation of title, planning and compliance matters together with identification and resolution of barriers to sale.
  • Monitoring asset performance through analysis of turnover, retailer and customer data.
  • Implementing enhancement strategies through various initiatives including scheme positioning and marketing.
  • Regular reporting to board members and our funding partners.
  • Management of professional teams to ensure implementation of asset strategies.

Previously worked within Bannon Property Consultants within the asset management and corporate recovery team. Paddy’s role included establishing and implanting strategies in respect of enhancing / protecting value for a diverse range of asset types and portfolios.

Qualifications and Memberships

  • Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
  • Member of the Society of Chartered Surveyors of Ireland.