The Supervisory Board of Scout24 SE has appointed Martin Mildner as Chief Financial Officer and member of the Management Board, effective 1 March 2026. Martin Mildner succeeds Dirk Schmelzer, who is leaving the company at his own request on 28 February 2026, after more than six successful years with the organization.
This leadership transition represents a significant moment for Scout24, which operates as one of Germany's leading tech companies through its flagship platform ImmoScout24. The company has established itself as the market leader for digital real estate listing and search in Germany, serving approximately 19 million users monthly across its website and mobile applications. The appointment of a new CFO comes at a time when Scout24 has positioned itself as the innovation leader in digital real estate marketplaces across Europe, according to company statements.
Hans-Holger Albrecht, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, welcomed Martin Mildner as the new CFO, describing him as "a highly qualified finance and capital market expert with extensive experience as CFO of listed companies." Albrecht emphasized that Mildner's "deep understanding of digital business models" makes him "the ideal choice for the position of CFO at Scout24." This expertise will be particularly valuable as Scout24 continues to develop its networked, data-rich ecosystem for renting, buying, and commercial real estate in Germany and Austria.
The outgoing CFO, Dirk Schmelzer, received recognition for his contributions during his tenure. Albrecht thanked Schmelzer for his commitment and achievements, noting that "in his more than six years as CFO, Dirk Schmelzer has played an instrumental role in shaping the company's strategic direction." Ralf Weitz, CEO of Scout24 SE, echoed these sentiments, thanking Schmelzer for his "close collaboration over many years" and noting that "Scout24 is excellently positioned" for future growth.
Martin Mildner, the designated CFO, expressed enthusiasm about joining Scout24, describing it as "one of Germany's most impressive digital companies with strong financial results." Mildner thanked the Supervisory Board for their trust and expressed his anticipation of "working with the entire Scout24 team." This transition occurs as Scout24 continues to build on its 25-year history of connecting homeowners, real estate agents, tenants, and buyers through its digital platforms.
The leadership change has implications for investors and stakeholders in the European real estate technology sector. As a publicly traded company listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange with ISIN: DE000A12DM80 and ticker symbol G24, Scout24's financial leadership transition could influence market perceptions. The company maintains membership in several key German stock indices, including the DAX, the DAX 50 ESG, and the DAX 50 ESG+, positioning it as a significant player in both traditional and sustainable investment portfolios.
For the broader industry, this appointment signals Scout24's continued focus on financial discipline and strategic growth in the competitive digital real estate marketplace sector. The company's emphasis on digitizing real estate transactions through continuous product development and ecosystem building suggests that financial leadership will play a crucial role in navigating the evolving European real estate technology landscape. Further information about the company is available on their LinkedIn profile, while the original announcement can be viewed on www.newmediawire.com.
