Paul Smith

Paul Smith is a seasoned professional in the real estate and asset management sectors, currently serving as Director at Barings since August 2022, following a tenure as Director at Aviva Investors from December 2016 to August 2022 and Associate Director during the same period. Prior experience includes Senior Asset Manager at BMO Real Estate Partners from March 2011 to December 2016, focusing on asset management within the UK offices team across various UK funds, and Senior Surveyor at Knight Frank LLP from March 2008 to April 2011, specializing in M25 office agency. Paul began a career as a Graduate Surveyor at Eddisons from August 2006 to March 2008. Educational qualifications include a Diploma in Property Investment from the University of Cambridge, a Postgraduate Diploma in Real Estate Management from the College of Estate Management, and a degree in Finance Accounting and Management from Nottingham University Business School.