Matthew is an International Director based in London and has been head of the International Capital Group (ICG) in Europe and the Middle East since 2011.

The ICG focuses on harnessing cross-border capital flows and is dedicated to serving globally oriented clients who wish to build international portfolios. With 16 years’ experience in the European investment market, Mr Richards has worked across JLL’s investment services including experience in Corporate Finance, running the pan-European Corporate Capital Markets team and a twelve month secondment with Lloyds Banking Group.  Mr Richards has worked on JLL’s most prestigious projects and in the past 18 months has advised over $11bn of European transactions.  Matthew is a regular keynote speaker at most recognised real estate events around the globe promoting European real estate markets.