Hammerson recruits from the Magic Kingdom

New director at Hammerson

Hammerson has appointed Jean-Philippe Mouton to its Board as an executive director, with effect from 1 January 2013.

He is currently managing director for France, a position he has held since 2009. He will retain management responsibility for France, as well as assuming responsibility for Group marketing.

Mr Mouton joined Hammerson in 2003 to head up property leasing, development and asset management in France. In February 2006, he assumed responsibility for management of the French portfolio as director of operations for Hammerson France.

Prior to joining Hammerson, He worked for Disneyland Paris as strategic planning director, and previously was with Standard Chartered Bank.