AGENDA APPOINTMENTS
BHP WELCOMES NEW AUDIT PARTNER Leading accountancy firm BHP has expanded its audit department with the appointment of Chris Neale as audit partner. Chris joins after nearly 14 years with ‘big four’ firm, PwC, most recently as director. His experience covers a host of industries across family and owner-managed, private equity backed and both Alternative Investment Market (AIM) and main market listed businesses. He said: “The passion and energy of the BHP leadership team and their strong track record of delivering change and developing an excellent working culture is what attracted me to the firm. The firm has secured award wins because of this and I am excited to have the opportunity to play my own part in contributing to these successes in the future.” Paul Winwood, head of audit at BHP, added: “We are thrilled to welcome someone with Chris’ experience, energy and ambition.”
Promotion for commercial property valuer Matt Collier has been promoted to associate by commercial property consultants Knight Frank. Joining Knight Frank in Sheffield in April 2018 as a senior surveyor, Matt now becomes an associate in the latest round of promotions by Knight Frank across the country. He said: “I’m really excited about the next chapter of my Knight Frank journey. The team all work their very hardest to deliver ultimate value at every level and I am ready for the challenge of helping to grow an even more successful business.”
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BRENDAN HAMPSEY
Digital specialist promoted at Grey Matter
CHRIS NEALE, THE NEW AUDIT PARTNER AT BHP
WAKE SMITH BOOSTS FAMILY LAW TEAM Sheffield-based Wake Smith Solicitors has boosted its Family Law department with the appointment of Deborah Marsh as an associate and collaborative lawyer. Deborah joins the team specialising in all areas of the practice, having previously worked across South and West Yorkshire as a family and matrimonial solicitor at firms in Leeds, Chesterfield, Barnsley and Sheffield. Deborah said: “The chance to come back to Sheffield and work within such a well-known company as Wake Smith was too good to miss. I join a strong team recognised as providing considered, professional and friendly advice.”
DEBORAH MARSH
Lindsey Canning, head of Family Law at Wake Smith Solicitors, said: “I have known Deborah for a number of years and she is highly experienced, tenacious and professional. She makes a fantastic addition to our team.”
Grey Matter has promoted a key member of its management team to client services director as the agency portfolio continues to expand. Brendan Hampsey, who has worked at the company since 2011, has stepped into the new role during a milestone year for Grey Matter, as it celebrates 30 years of business. His promotion cements the role he plays at Grey Matter in both a technical and client-facing capacity. Brendan said: “Meeting with new clients to explore the problems they want to solve has always been a part of my role that I love. With my background in development and digital marketing, I can advise on technical issues, as well as having a handle of the bigger picture, including timeframes and budgets.” Creative director Andrew Marsden added: “In the current climate the digital side of our business is even more important. Throughout 2020 we will be investing in people and innovation to ensure we can meet the growing demands. “We’re all delighted to have Brendan on board in his new role!”
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