Brooks Macdonald appointed Newsteer to review its regional office portfolio and ensure its workplaces reflected changing working patterns, employee requirements and the needs of the business.
The review has already led to new flexible workspace solutions in Manchester and Southampton, with Newsteer continuing to advise on opportunities across the wider portfolio.
The client’s challenge
Evolving working patterns meant Brooks Macdonald needed a clearer understanding of how its regional offices were being used and whether its existing footprint remained fit for purpose.
The challenge was to balance flexibility and workplace quality with operational efficiency and cost, while retaining the ability to respond as business requirements changed.
Our solution
Newsteer reviewed utilisation, occupancy trends and workplace requirements across the regional portfolio to identify where change could deliver the greatest benefit.
We then assessed the market and available options, identifying and securing high-quality flexible workspace solutions in Manchester and Southampton that provided better-aligned space, greater flexibility and cost efficiencies compared with traditional office arrangements.
Beyond advice: how we added value
Rather than approaching each requirement as an individual property transaction, we used workplace data, portfolio insight and market knowledge to help Brooks Macdonald make informed decisions about its wider occupational strategy.
The success of the initial projects has extended our role, with Newsteer continuing to assess opportunities across other key regional markets.
Outcomes and impact
Brooks Macdonald now has modern, flexible workplaces in Manchester and Southampton that better reflect how its teams use office space today.
