Malta-based real estate agency Malta Sotheby's International Realty (SIR) announces the appointment of Miguel Bonello as General Manager. Based in Sliema, Mr. Bonello is responsible for overseeing the operation of Malta SIR and shall be responsible for driving the agency forward, developing avenues for new business, widening the client network and supporting Sotheby's affiliates worldwide.

This year's achievements have culminated in the expansion of Malta SIR's current outlet presence on Tower Road in Sliema with the opening of adjacent offices - a physical demonstration of increased success. A recruitment drive is also in progress.

''We are delighted to have appointed Miguel as the new General Manager'' says Director & Joint Owner Michael J. Zammit. ''With his solid experience in luxury business development, particularly in the field of luxury jewellery and watches, we are confident that he will bring strength to the operation and the team as it continues to grow. We also aim to add more exceptional properties to our exclusive database as more and more property owners entrust the brand with the representation of their property.

Miguel Bonello added: ''I am very excited about this opportunity especially at this time where the company is moving from strength to strength. I look forward to further expanding our team of professionals and to communicate the strength of our offering vis-à-vis real estate sales and letting in Malta. A very exciting chapter has just begun.''

Miguel joined the Malta Sotheby's International Realty team in 2014 as real estate associate. He possesses over 20 years of experience in luxury product business development and sales, during which time he gained an in-depth knowledge of selling techniques and the sales process. Nine years ago, Miguel decided to pursue a passion he had developed through his wife's family-run firm - that of high-end luxury watches and jewellery - which experience he gladly brings to Malta SIR. Prior to that, he worked in the insurance field for numerous years, gaining sales and customer service expertise.