James is the Head of NSW, Investment Services at Colliers, specialising in commercial property sales across Sydney’s City Fringe and Inner Western Suburbs. With more than nine years dedicated to this market and over 20 years as a local resident, he is recognised for his deep expertise in the region’s commercial real estate fundamentals and buyer behaviour.
James advises on and transacts across a wide range of commercial asset classes, including tenanted investments, strip retail, mixed‑use properties, pubs, office buildings, strata retail and office, apartment blocks, and development sites. His consistent performance in these sectors has positioned him as a leading specialist in City Fringe and Inner West investment markets.
He also serves as the NSW Team Leader for Restructuring Property Services, a specialised Colliers platform providing strategic solutions for distressed and complex asset scenarios. In 2025, this initiative delivered more than $500 million in asset realisation, reinforcing his capability in high‑stakes and time‑sensitive transactions.
Prior to joining Colliers, James worked as a commercial property valuer, focusing on premium‑grade assets across multiple disciplines. This background strengthens his analytical approach and supports his reputation as a trusted advisor to investors, developers, financial institutions, and corporate property owners.
James is recognised within Colliers as part of the Agency All‑Stars, reflecting his standing as one of the country’s top-performing commercial sales professionals.
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