International real estate advisor Savills has appointed William Gould as head of its Italian office, succeeding Lionello Rosina, who will remain as a consultant to the company.

William Gould, currently a senior investment director who joined Savills in 2009, will continue to service Savills investment clients, whilst also managing and expanding Savills Italian business from Milan.

Gould will lead the management team formed of Eros Chiodoni, head of agency and managing director, and Maria Cristina Laria, head of valuation and consultancy.

Savills Italy has been involved in a number of high profile deals this year including Westfield's acquisition of a 50% interest in a major development site in Milan, which has planning approval to develop a world class iconic regional shopping centre. In addition, Savills is also the letting agent on a range of prime properties including two office towers, part of the Milanofiori Nord mixed-use development project in Milan.