Simon Blake is to rejoin CB Richard Ellis (CBRE) in a new role as head of Capital Markets UK, spearheading the strategic direction of the division.

Simon Blake is to rejoin CB Richard Ellis (CBRE) in a new role as head of Capital Markets UK, spearheading the strategic direction of the division.

Blake comes from pan-European fund manager Altyon Partners. He previously led the Business Space team at CBRE for four years. He left CBRE to set up Altyon Partners with Simon Holley.

Blake and Holley set up Holley Blake in 1996, which was subsequently acquired by CBRE in 2006.

Blake will continue to advise Altyon Partners and Holley remains a consultant to CBRE.

Stephen Hubbard, Head of Capital Markets EMEA, CBRE, said: 'We are delighted that Simon is returning to CBRE. His experience, contacts and knowledge of the market are well documented and his return will further assist us in growing our strong position in the capital markets.'