Vastly experienced property auctioneer joins up with former colleague

After a long career heading up Savills regional property auctions in Nottingham, renowned property auctioneer, Bob Crocker, is to join the in-house team at a local auction house.

Nottingham-based Auction Estates is owned and run by Bob’s former colleague, Paul Giles. The pair worked at Savills together for two decades.

Giles said: “There’s no question at all about Bob’s calibre. We formed a great partnership at Savills, selling millions of pounds worth of property from the rostrum – and on a personal level, I know exactly what he offers my in-house team.

“With 40 years’ experience in all aspects of the property market, Bob is well respected by his peers and is known for his personable, hands-on approach. That’s something that will dovetail perfectly with our working ethos here at Auction Estates.”

Crocker said: “I’m really excited about this new opportunity. By embracing technology, Auction Estates has thrived on reaching a local, regional and global audience, with clients as far afield as Australia and the US. But it also recognises the importance of engaging with your local audience. That’s been one of the main reasons for my success.

“I can’t wait to put my expertise into action at Auction Estates.”

Auction Estates specialises in corporate recovery, pension funds and local authorities on behalf of High Street banks and strategic disposals for pension funds and local authorities, as well as private sales.