Cluttons promotes head of infrastructure Darren Zitren to Equity Partner

Darren Zitren, Head of Infrastructure at real assets advisor Cluttons has been promoted to Equity Partner.

Joining Cluttons in 2008 as a graduate, Darren became a Partner in 2014. He has been instrumental in the expansion of the company’s telecoms service, which has grown from a team of seven to nearly 60 people across offices the UK.

Darren’s exceptional work has seen him play a crucial role in securing some of Cluttons’ largest clients. This has been coupled with a strong operational role, first supporting the opening of an office in Reading and most recently launching a presence in Glasgow, with Cluttons’ first office in Scotland due to open in January 2025. Originally based in London, Darren relocated to Manchester in 2021 as part of Cluttons’ growth in the North.

Darren’s work has also been recognised more widely within the industry. He has been noted by The Institute of Telecommunications Professionals as a Fellow for his contribution towards the telecommunications industry over the past 16 years.

This promotion comes as Cluttons continues to expand geographically, most recently in Manchester, Newcastle and Glasgow, and bolster its offer with several senior strategic hires across its infrastructure, commercial and residential services.

Darren Zitren, Equity Partner at Cluttons, said: “I’m honoured to be joining the equity partnership having started as a graduate. In the 16 years since I joined, Cluttons has transformed and diversified itself into exciting new fields, as well as grow into new geographies. I’m beyond proud to be part of that.” 

John Gravett, Managing Director at Cluttons, said: “Darren’s journey is an inspiration for the entire team at Cluttons. His valuable skill set has enabled us to expand into emerging markets and grow our capabilities to suit these sectors. Darren’s character and professionalism have also made him a great mentor to colleagues and new joiners alike, and he has played a key role supporting our graduates.”

“His new position as Equity Partner is testament to how Darren embodies Cluttons’ values and his commitment to our future growth.” James Gray, CEO of Cluttons, said: “Cluttons is embedded in the fabric of British real estate. While we’re an established business, we’re always looking to the future and having people like Darren in the team helps us achieve that. Since arriving in 2008, it’s been clear that Darren was destined to play a critical role in Cluttons’ evolution and growth. This promotion shows the esteem and value we place in the work he has done and will continue to do for Cluttons.”