DTZ Investors has today announced a planned leadership succession that will see CEO Chris Cooper step down later this year after a 34-year career with the investment manager. Cooper joined the firm in 1992, taking on responsibility for the UK business in 2007 and has held the global role since 2013.
He will be succeeded as CEO by Simon Down, currently Head of Pooled Funds for the business, with effect from 1 September 2026. A lawyer by background, Down has been with the wider Cushman & Wakefield group in a range of roles since 2015 and part of the DTZ Investors leadership team since 2018.
Additionally, Chris Sim is to be appointed to the new role of Chief Investment Officer, also effective from 1 September 2026. Sim is a seasoned investment professional who has held several discretionary fund management and European asset management leadership roles during his 22 years with the firm. He currently serves as Head of Separate Accounts.
Source: press release sent 13 July 2026