FOR RECRUITMENT GROUP AHEAD OF FLOAT

Sheffield-based recruitment group Aristotle Partnerships has appointed a new chief executive ahead of its planned AIM flotation.

Former Gi Group chief operating officer Paul Smith has now joined the firm as chief executive, bringing more than 24 years’ experience working across multiple sectors for both global corporate and national independent agencies.

During this time, he has managed the integration strategy of several mergers and acquisitions, launched new brands, implemented process improvements and also completed a number of recruitment outsourcing process (RPO) projects, including the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

As CEO, he will work alongside fellow members of the Aristotle Partnerships board, with responsibility for all areas of the organisation.

Paul Smith said: “I am looking forward to leading the next phase of the journey for this incredible provider of apprentice to boardroom talent management solutions.

To quote Aristotle ‘the whole is greater than the sum of its parts’ and it is my

First Female Equity Partner At Mitchells

Laura Pain has been announced as an equity partner at Mitchells Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers – the first female equity partner in the company’s 155-year history.

A Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA), Laura has been with the Chesterfield-based accountancy firm since 2008 and became an associate partner in 2021. She now joins fellow equity partners Tim Leeman, Tony Hornsby and Andrew McDaid in leading the business.

Laura said: “Becoming an equity partner coincides with my fifteenth year with the firm, making it an incredibly special milestone for me. I am honoured to be the first female equity partner at Mitchells Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers. As equity partner, Laura will continue to lead the firm’s team of digital accountants who specialise in advising start-ups and small businesses leverage the power of

Linbrooke Services appoint new CEO

intention to build on the company’s success by creating more synergy across all brands, fostering a culture which maintains our entrepreneurial and creative environment, ensuring continuous improvement and encouraging every colleague to fulfil their potential.”

BHP appoints first chief financial officer

Accountancy group BHP has bolstered its senior management team with the appointment of its first chief financial officer.

Graham Parker has joined BHP following a 15-year career holding roles in external audit and financial services.

Parker trained at Big Four accounting firm PwC, where he remained for 11 years. During that period, he spent time working in Australia and was involved in establishing offshore teams in Bangalore.

He said: “I’m excited to be joining BHP. They have a vision and values that very much align with my own, and it’s a firm that I’m proud to be associated with.

“After meeting with the managing partners, who explained their ambitious plans to grow the firm and the way BHP puts its people first, I was in no doubt that I wanted to join the team.

“I’m looking forward to adding value and providing insight and analysis to all departments to help improve processes and results.”

Cloud Accounting to automate their business processes and reduce costs.

Laura added: “I look forward to contributing to the continued growth and success of Mitchells in the years to come.”

BRM Solicitors recruit Property Management Specialist

Property management specialist Jennifer Knibbs has joined the regional law firm BRM Solicitors

Jennifer will be joining the well-established team, led by Rob Cooke, based in Sheffield. Jennifer specialises in resolving complex property disputes, recovering service charges arrears, enfranchisement, tribunal proceedings and all other landlord and tenant disputes.

Jennifer Knibbs said: “I am thrilled to be joining BRM at such an exciting time. Working alongside Rob and the team was a big part of my decision to move and I am looking forward to working with the current and new clients”

Rob Cooke added: “The recruitment of Jennifer to the team is a continuation of continued growth, the expertise that she brings to the team sits perfectly alongside the already strong property litigation team and enables us to provide an even higher level of service to new clients and current client base”

Sheffield-headquartered engineering company Linbrooke Services has appointed Will Wilson, formerly the chief executive of Siemens Mobility in the UK, as its new chief executive. Wilson, who has worked in railways, aerospace, traffic and general transportation for more than 27 years, said: “I am delighted to be joining Linbrooke at such an exciting time in its evolution.

“With many sectors growing especially around the global decarbonisation agenda we are so well positioned to deliver innovative bespoke solutions as well as growing our unique position within the rail sector as the only multitier signalling integrator.

“The company has an outstanding reputation in the industry and a talented team of engineers, project managers and hugely dedicated staff in all areas. We are already building on this strong foundation, continuing to deliver high-quality projects for our clients, while also expanding our capabilities and exploring new growth opportunities.”

COULD 4-DAY WORKING WEEK POPULARITY BE A PROBLEM FOR BUSINESS?

For this month’s sign-off, we’ll leave you with some interesting food for thought on the latest surveys surrounding the 4-day working week… our business has continued to grow, we became increasingly aware of the fact that we needed a new head office space in which we could take CODA to the next level.”

In a dramatic shift, a new survey conducted by leading recruiter Robert Walters has revealed that professionals are increasingly prioritizing a shorter workweek over work socials and relationships with colleagues. The poll, which involved over 3,000 working professionals, found that a staggering 71% of respondents would willingly sacrifice office camaraderie for the benefits of a 4-day working week.

Commenting on the findings, Chris Poole, the Managing Director of Robert Walters UK, expressed concern over the potential impact on workplace culture and relationships. While acknowledging the positive effects of reduced working hours on employee wellbeing, Poole emphasized the need for caution, as poor company culture already costs the UK economy billions each year. of respondents stated that a 4-day week topped their list of appealing job descriptions

Interestingly, the survey also revealed that professionals are more reluctant to give up other workplace arrangements.

Only 13% of respondents expressed a willingness to forgo hybrid work arrangements, while a mere 7% would sacrifice training opportunities for fewer working days.

With 91% of professionals expressing their desire for a 4-day week, it has emerged as the most desirable perk when applying for a job, according to the survey. In fact, 49% of respondents stated that a 4-day week topped their list of appealing job descriptions, followed by the ability to work from anywhere (35%).

91% of professionals expressed their desire for a 4-day week

The survey findings have triggered debates on the perceived entitlement of the post-pandemic workforce. Despite the desire for a shorter workweek, half of the professionals who expressed interest expected to maintain their current level of pay. This has raised questions about the level of responsibility professionals feel toward the financial health and stability of their employers. While previous independent trials of a 4-day week have yielded positive results, combining this data with the Robert Walters survey emphasizes the need to consider potential negative outcomes of such a change. The findings shed light on the evolving priorities of professionals and the growing demand for work-life balance in the modern workplace.

NEW HOME, SAME CODA

CODA Studios have made the move to Sheffield city centre.

After more than a decade based in Kelham Island, we have now relocated our head office to the heart of Sheffield.

You can find us at: Sellers Wheel, 151 Arundel St Sheffield City Centre S1 2NU3 station – 5 minutes’ walk