Appointments

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.”

CHRIS NEALE, THE NEW AUDIT PARTNER AT BHP

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.”

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.” BRENDAN HAMPSEY

Digital specialist promoted at Grey Matter

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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HRM, the full-service Sheffield agency, has expanded its team with the appointment of Beth Richardson as account executive following recent client wins.

Beth joins from the University of Leeds, where she is currently studying a degree in BA Management and Marketing and will return to her studies in September 2021.

Having previously undertaken a work experience programme with HRM, Beth will be working across a range of property clients including leading Sheffield and Chesterfield estate agents, Redbrik.

Beth said: “When searching for a year in industry, I found the familiar faces at HRM the perfect fit to grow my experience and knowledge of the PR sector. It is so lovely to be back with the HRM team

Sheffield lawyer appointed Deputy District Judge Sheffield lawyer Carl Jones has been appointed as a Deputy District Judge.

Carl, who is a partner at Broomhall-based MD Law, will work on the North Eastern circuit from later this year after completing his induction.

The Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable The Lord Burnett of Maldon, appointed Carl to the position, and he has been allocated to the Humber and South Yorkshire cluster of courts.

Alongside this appointment, Carl will continue to practise at MD Law acting for insolvency practitioners and other corporate and individual clients on litigious matters. BETH RICHARDSON

and I am grateful for this opportunity to enhance my studies further.”

Richard Fidler, chief executive of HRM, added: “We’re thrilled to have Beth

A Sheffield man has taken up a new career in nursing aged 57.

Dellroy Blake, a former planner and designer in a kitchen and bathroom showroom, has started his first bank nursing assistant role with Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Trust (RDaSH).

Dellroy, who is in the final year of a four-year Open University BSc (Honours) Mental Health Nursing Degree, said: “After being impressed with the level of nursing care in the Brambles Ward at The Woodlands during my placement, I decided I wanted to become a member of the RDaSH bank staff.

“I gained experience of a number of different

on board after a series of client wins at HRM. She is an ambitious, young PR professional who brings fresh talent to our experienced

ANSWERING THE CALL FOR NURSING

team.”

DELLROY BLAKE

services at RDaSH. All of this broadened my nursing experience in supporting the teams at Swallownest Court in Rotherham and Tickhill Road site, Doncaster.

“Throughout my working life various people have told me I should go into nursing because of my caring nature and people skills.” MATHEAU FRITH

Financial planners expand with new appointment

Sheffield- based Future Life Wealth Management has expanded with the appointment of a new paraplanner.

Matheau Frith, (27), who joins from 1825 Financial Planning in Sheffield, will be responsible for assisting the financial planners in research and analysis of products, and producing advice and suitability reports.

He said: “It is fantastic to be joining such a brilliant team. I have already seen how dedicated everyone is to the clients and seen the really high quality of service, even in these strange times. I am really looking forward to helping to do my bit to continue to improve the service Future Life offers.”

MD Jillian Thomas said: “We are in unprecedented times and we have been working hard to be there even more for our clients to ensure they make the best decisions for their futures. Having Matheau join the team will really help, not just in the short term. He is a very talented paraplanner and a great addition for the longer term.”