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Hiring & Leadership

Why Senior Leaders Move: Insights on Pay and Culture in Real Estate

Senior real estate leaders rarely move for salary alone. Culture, decision rights, credibility of strategy,...

Macdonald & Co.

December 2025

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Data Centres

Macroscope Episode 2: The Data Centre Talent Gap

Episode 2 of Macroscope explores the UK data centre talent gap, with insights on ESG,...

Macdonald & Co.

November 2025

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Data Centres

Data Centre Investment in Europe and the UK: Growth, Jobs and the Talent Challenge

Europe’s data centre market is booming, driven by AI, cloud demand, and investor confidence. Growth...

Macdonald & Co.

November 2025

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Career Toolkit

Macroscope Episode 1: Winning Interviews in Real Estate

Real estate recruiters, Alex Ashman and Daniel Gardiner, reveal what makes senior candidates stand out...

Macdonald & Co.

October 2025

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Hiring & Leadership

How to Handle Pay Rise Requests as a Manager

Pay rise conversations can feel tricky. But when handled well, they can be an opportunity...

Macdonald & Co.

September 2025

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Hiring & Leadership

The Importance of Community Building in the Alternative Residential Sector

Community is vital in the Alternative Residential sector. It boosts retention, brand value, operational efficiency...

Macdonald & Co.

September 2025

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Hiring & Leadership

How Hiring Managers in Real Estate Can Adapt to Support Workplace Expectations

Workplace expectations are constantly evolving, and hiring managers must keep pace with these changes and...

Macdonald & Co.

July 2025

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Career Toolkit

What is a Deal Sheet in Real Estate? Definition, Types, and Expert Tips

Applying for real estate roles is competitive – this guide explains how a deal sheet...

Macdonald & Co.

June 2025

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Hiring & Leadership

Generational Differences in the Workplace: How Age Diversity Shapes Real Estate

Generational differences shape how real estate professionals work, communicate, and value rewards. Understanding these dynamics...

Macdonald & Co.

June 2025

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Career Toolkit

Growing Demand for Data Centre Talent and Expertise in the UK

With data centre investment accelerating across the UK and Europe, the demand for specialised talent...

Macdonald & Co.

June 2025

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Hiring & Leadership

Driving Growth in Real Estate with Finance Teams

The increasing demand for attractive investment opportunities and large-scale projects is just one reason why...

Macdonald & Co.

May 2025

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Hiring & Leadership

Evaluating Performance-Based Bonus Structures in Real Estate

Real estate is a highly results-driven industry, and using pay for performance bonuses as an...

Macdonald & Co.

May 2025