London, UK (April 7, 2025) — Newmark has appointed Paddy Shipp and Rupert Dando to form its UK Science and Innovation practice. Led by Paddy, the new group will work with the key investors, developers, occupiers and venture capital investors across the UK’s core science and innovation markets. Jointly, Paddy and Rupert have been responsible for leasing over 2.8 million square feet in the sector.
The UK Science and Innovation practice will work closely with a number of the UK key teams including Planning & Development, Higher Education, Occupier Agency and Capital Markets. They will also collaborate with Newmark’s market-leading U.S. Life Sciences group, which has transacted over $2.3 billion and leased more than four million square feet over the past two years.
Paddy joins from JLL, where he was Head of UK Life Science Agency, whilst Rupert joins as a Senior Associate from Savills.
Simon Prichard commented: ‘These appointments directly complement Newmark’s market-leading position in the U.S. Life Sciences market. Paddy and Rupert’s proven track record and strong client following further strengthens our position in this sector. It also underlines Newmark’s continued commitment to hiring the best talent to service our clients’ needs.’
Paddy Shipp commented: ‘It is an exciting time to be joining Newmark as it continues to expand its key service lines across UK and Europe. We look forward to working with key clients across the core markets and delivering a best-in-class service.’
Rupert Dando commented: ‘We are looking forward to working closely with our market leading Life Sciences team in the U.S. and providing our clients with a high-quality service in the UK market’.
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