Together, they bring over 40 years of combined experience across retail investment, leasing and occupier representation. This strategic expansion is part of Savills' ambition to offer a fully integrated retail advisory service in the Netherlands.

Alexander de Jong, most recently a partner at Insight Real Estate, previously held senior roles at McDevitt and Cushman & Wakefield. He has extensive experience in high-street leasing, tenant representation, and location strategy for both domestic and international (luxury) retailers.. Daan Mulders founder of all-round retail advisory firm MREC and formerly with CBRE and KroesePaternotte, brings broad transactional experience with a focus on high street retail in Amsterdam and shopping centres across the country.

The new team is focused on delivering a comprehensive suite of services – including investment, leasing, tenant representation, and ESG advisory – to complement the Savills established expertise in retail property management, valuation and strategic advisory across the country.

Clive Pritchard, Head of Country, Savills Netherlands, comments: “Retail investment volumes in the Netherlands surged by 38% in Q1 2025. As market activity accelerates, we see a renewed demand for advisory services that combine insight with execution. With Alexander and Daan, we’re bringing in a duo that enhances our ability to deliver across the entire retail value chain.”

This development marks a significant milestone not only for the Dutch market but also for Savills’ broader European and global strategy. As the firm continues to grow its footprint across the continent, it is also strengthening its ability to collaborate seamlessly across borders.

Larry Brennan, Head of European Retail at Savills, says: “With their extensive experience in retail strategy, leasing, and occupier advisory, our new joiners bring the kind of market intelligence and insight that strengthens our ability to advise clients across not only the Netherlands, but also across borders. As retail continues to evolve, our focus remains on delivering solutions that are locally informed, regionally coordinated, and globally connected.”

Daan Mulders, Director in Retail, Savills Netherlands, adds: “I’m excited to join Savills at a time when retail is reclaiming its position as a dynamic, investable asset class. In recent years, we’ve seen shopping districts enriched with more Food & Beverage and Leisure, making the right tenant mix more crucial than ever.  There is a real need for creative, data-driven and practical advice, and that’s exactly what I’m excited to bring to Savills..”

Alexander de Jong, Director in Retail, Savills Netherlands, adds: “Savills has shown real commitment to building a serious retail platform in the Netherlands. Retail requires both an international perspective and strong local execution. Our strength lies in the expansion of established and luxury brands, supporting market entries, and helping niche concepts find their place in the Dutch retail landscape. I look forward to working with this team to create tailored leasing and location strategies for our clients.”