I am a leader in our Minerals department based in Leeds, specialising in the minerals and waste sector. I advise operators, landlords (private and public) and lending institutions as well as related industry sectors throughout the UK on business rates management and mitigation, agency, valuation, lease consultancy, estate management, and compensation matters.
I specialise in the valuation of a diverse range of specialist mineral and waste property types for purposes including loan security, compensation, accounts, capital valuation, and acquisition. Most of my work is based in the UK, however, I have also worked in the Republic of Ireland and mainland Europe.
Where business rates are concerned, I take a proactive approach in identifying savings opportunities for clients and devise innovative solutions to any client’s issue. I mainly work with SME’s within the mineral industry and am currently the client manager for a major mineral operator within the UK. As an experienced negotiator with a forensic attention to detail, I have played a significant role in saving clients more than £20m over the life of the 2017 and 2023 Rating Lists. I also I regularly provide advice to well-known industry trade associations such as the Mineral Products Association (MPA) and British Ceramic Confederation (BCC).
I also play a key role in providing strategic acquisition and disposal advice for minerals and waste properties, ensuring optimal value is achieved for my clients. In addition, I also advise on the disposals of former quarries and landfills, contributing to sustainable development initiatives and strategic planning.
Furthermore, I provide advice in respect of rent negotiation and royalty reviews for a wide range of minerals and waste properties – driving optimal value and returns for stakeholders. I also oversee comprehensive lease management on behalf of landlords, ensuring operations run seamlessly. I routinely provide strategic advice and guidance, and negotiate Heads of Terms for options, leases and freehold acquisition and disposal in respect of minerals and waste properties.
I am a Chartered Minerals Surveyor, and a Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) registered Valuer, as well as a member of the Rating Surveyor Association (RSA).
