Cluttons, the international real estate services company, has appointed Joanna Leverett as head of international residential markets.

In her new role, Leverett will lead international sales with a particular focus on linking the UK with the Middle East, where Cluttons is a leading residential agent.

She will also work with Cluttons branches across Asia Pacific, Europe, India and South Africa, and will lead the continued expansion of Cluttons international residential network.

Steve Morgan, the chief executive at Cluttons Middle East, said: "Leverett has a proven track record in cross border residential sales and we are delighted to welcome her to the team. Her experience and contacts will be extremely valuable as we continue to grow our business in the Middle East."

On her new role, Leverett said: "This is an exciting time to join Cluttons as it continues to expand its international presence and client reach. The business is already market leading in the Middle East and London and has an excellent platform in place to succeed in new and exciting global destinations."

Leverett joins from Savills, a global real estate company based in the UK, where she was the head of international new developments. Previously, she was also responsible for building and managing the company’s network of global associates and preferred agents.-TradeArabia News Service