Logistics investor-developer Gazeley has appointed Natali Cooper as head of portfolio and asset management, a position with a pan-European remit which will see her take a seat on the company's senior team.

Natali Cooper

Natali Cooper

Cooper joins Gazeley from CBRE Global Investors where she was a managing director with responsibility for the investment and asset management strategies of its pan-European core flagship fund invested across all asset classes.

She joined CBRE GI from Aviva Investors where she held the position of fund manager for nine years for a value-added logistics/industrial fund and a retail fund. Cooper has 20 years of real estate experience across Europe and is fluent in five languages.

Nick Cook, CEO of Gazeley, said: 'Cooper’s wealth of experience in asset management and investment will be invaluable as we continue to grow our business across Europe. Ensuring that Gazeley has the best people on its team is a priority for us and I’m excited to see the critical role Natali will play in the delivery of our plans.'