Mera appoints chief investment officer

Antony was previously director of structured finance at Topland and director of property at Kaupthing Singer & Friedlander.

In his new role, he will work closely with Mera’s origination and credit teams. This will see him provide strategic oversight and support management for the firm’s loan book.

He will also lead the development and launch of Mera’s JV proposition in the coming months.

His hire reunites him with Mera CEO Edward Matthews and director of portfolio management, capital and reporting Raj Bath who founded Topland’s real estate debt funding platform.

“Antony is one of the most experienced leaders in the sector, with deep knowledge of all asset types and structures across the capital stack,” said Edward.

“The team is evolving and has been strategically designed to support our expansion plans for the coming years.

“I am delighted to be reunited with Antony and Raj as Mera enters its next exciting phase of growth.”

Antony added: “I am looking forward to working with this talented group of individuals at Mera who have collectively built great relationships and an enviable reputation in the industry, through endeavour, technical ability, and enthusiasm.”