Paul Davis

Sellar – London, UK
Head of Commercial Leasing
2020 – Present

• Worked on the commercial leasing strategy for Paddington Square, a 350,000 sq ft mixed-use development, achieving full occupancy pre-completion.
• Partnered closely with the development team and managing agents to ensure tenant alignment with the vision and delivery schedule.
• Led the selection of property management partners, ensuring a smooth handover post-completion and ongoing operational excellence.
• Monitored competitive market activity and development trends through strong agency networks, advising on positioning and pricing.
• The Shard Oversaw leasing, enhancing rental income and occupancy; currently managing negotiations for remaining part-floors.
• Championed tenant engagement, creating strong relationships that support early renewal discussions and community involvement.

• Managed leasing activity across their central London portfolio of workspaces.
• Negotiated directly with occupiers to secure deals that met both commercial targets and tenant needs.
• Built strong tenant and broker relationships to support consistent high occupancy across the portfolio.

• Joined the family-run menswear business at 20, growing into a lead role across design, production, and international sales.
• Oversaw the manufacturing of over 1 million ties per year, supplying major UK high-street retailers including Marks & Spencer and Charles Tyrwhitt.
• Led product design and colouring, balancing creativity with commercial viability; managed full production process through factories in Italy and China.
• Travelled extensively for sourcing and relationship management, with quarterly visits to China and Italy, and regular participation in global trade fairs.
• Acted as the business’s lead salesperson, securing and maintaining major accounts and building long-term client trust — a skill directly transferrable to prime residential sales and lettings.
• Developed a sharp eye for presentation, quality, and detail, vital in both fashion and premium property.