Jonathan Rumsey
About Jonathan Rumsey
Jonathan Rumsey serves as the Director of Global Commercial Real Estate Strategy at Liberty Global, where he manages a portfolio with an operational expenditure of approximately €100 million across EMEA. He has extensive experience in real estate analysis and strategy, having previously worked at Cushman & Wakefield in various roles for seven years.
Work at Liberty Global
Jonathan Rumsey serves as the Global Commercial Real Estate Strategy Director at Liberty Global, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he manages a substantial real estate portfolio with an operational expenditure of approximately €100 million across the EMEA region. His responsibilities include overseeing around 1,000 sites and 25,000 full-time employees. Rumsey focuses on rightsizing and optimizing the office and retail portfolio through comprehensive financial and location analysis, as well as evaluating key performance indicators.
Previous Experience at Cushman & Wakefield
Prior to his current role, Jonathan Rumsey worked at Cushman & Wakefield, formerly known as DTZ, where he held several positions. He began as a Research Analyst from 2010 to 2011, then progressed to Senior Research Analyst in Retail Research and Consultancy from 2011 to 2013. He later served as Associate Director from 2013 to 2017. In these roles, he contributed to various research and consultancy projects, enhancing his expertise in commercial real estate.
Education and Expertise
Jonathan Rumsey holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Geology with Physical Geography from the University of Southampton, which he completed from 2003 to 2006. He furthered his education with a Master of Science (MSc) in Remote Sensing and Spatial Analysis at the same institution, graduating in 2007. His academic background provides him with a strong foundation in analytical techniques relevant to real estate strategy and portfolio management.
Portfolio Management Skills
In his role at Liberty Global, Jonathan Rumsey develops business cases for lease acquisitions and disposals. He utilizes key performance indicators, financial analysis, and location assessments to inform his decisions. He also creates a centralized source of information for real estate key performance indicators, which includes metrics such as rent, space, lease length, and cost. His analytical skills contribute to effective portfolio management and strategic decision-making.