APPOINTED
Targeting sector growth with latest appointments
Wiltshire law firm , Royds Withy King , has strengthened its business development and marketing team with three senior appointments that will “ increase its profile and revenues through a new industry sector strategy .”
Kevin Peake has joined the firm as director of business development , marketing and communications from Irwin Mitchell , where he was group sales and marketing director . He brings to the firm “ a strong track record ” in transforming professional and financial service brands .
His appointment closely follows that of Michael Cracknell as senior business development manager , and Natalie Birrell as head of marketing
Harriet Brooks , 29 , from Corsham has joined Systemagic ’ s senior team as operations manager . Harriet brings almost 10 years ’ experience managing support teams and her role will comprise of managing the busy helpdesk and field technicians as well as ensuring clients receive a consistently excellent service .
Joining Harriet is the company ’ s latest helpdesk technician James Bunting , 25 , from Atworth . James is an Apple Certified technician who brings over 8 years ’ experience in implementing and supporting Apple business solutions . James will be dealing directly with communications . Michael has a 16-year track record in the professional services sector and Natalie , a former journalist , previously led her own PR consultancy advising professional services firms .
Commenting on his appointment , Kevin said that he was “ impressed ” by the ambition of Royds Withy King and its future plans .
He explained : “ The legal market continues to change and there is huge potential to grow and be a genuine client-focused provider that can innovate around clients ’ changing needs .”
Graham Street , managing partner of Royds Withy King , said : “ We are delighted to have recruited such
TWO NEW RECRUITS AT SYSTEMAGIC
Bradford-on-Avon based IT support firm Systemagic have welcomed two new faces to their awardwinning team . Having doubled in size in recent years the business has continued to build upon its success creating and filling two new roles .
clients , assisting with technical issues and helping them integrate Apple computers into their business .
Over the past six months the 13-strong IT support firm have worked with many businesses , particularly in the media and design sectors , that need to run a mixture of Apple and Microsoft computers and servers . They ’ ve recognised the demand from businesses who want to make the transition from Microsoft to Apple completely . In response to this development managing director of Systemagic , James Eades has ensured his team are busy keeping up to experienced business development and marketing talent into the firm . We have a strong story to tell with high profile clients and a great breadth of legal expertise across our business , private client , personal injury and medical negligence practices . The team ’ s initial focus will be on developing our profiles in the industry sectors where we already have strong relationships and a proven track record .”
date in Apple solutions and appointing specialists like James Bunting to really enhance the team .
James Eades said : “ These two new roles were important in setting us up for continued growth in 2018 , and I ’ m delighted that Harriet and James bring so much experience to the team .”
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Myddleton & Major announces new associates
Mydlleton & Major continues its upward growth with the promotion of two commercial team members to ‘ associate ’ status .
The independent , Salisbury-based firm of chartered surveyors and estate agents has named Tim Haine MRICS and Rachael Wythe MRICS in new roles .
Tim Haine works within the commercial management team and has some 18 years ’ experience in managing properties across the UK , working first in central London and Southampton , before joining Myddelton & Major .
Chartered surveyor Tim , who lives with his family in Salisbury , also enjoys writing comedy , fast cars and brewing beer .
Rachael Wythe is a member of the commercial agency team working on instructions across Wiltshire , Hampshire and Dorset and has some 10 years experience .
She joined Myddelton & Major in 2014 and has worked for national firms in Manchester and London .
Chartered surveyor Rachael has a young family but manages to fit in her sporting passions of riding , running and skiing .
Myddelton & Major senior partner Philip Holford , said : “ I am delighted to see these two key members of our team named as associates . Both promotions are richly deserved .”
“ Rachael and Tim are part of the growing Myddelton & Major professional team advising clients on a wide range of commercial properties .”
Myddelton & Major provides advice on sales , lettings and acquisitions of commercial and residential property .
From left to right : Rachael Wythe , Myddelton & Major Senior Partner Philip Holford and Tim Haine .
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