Baldwins
Accounting and business advisory firm Baldwins, which has six offices across the north west, has appointed Tim Mills as corporate finance partner.
The role will see Mr Mills continue to development of the corporate finance service across the region, the firm said.
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He joins from PM&M in Burnley.
David Travis, Baldwins regional managing partner, said: “I am delighted that Tim has joined our team, where he can offer an extensive network of intermediaries and a wealth of experience in the corporate finance arena.
“Tim brings to the firm the opportunity for Baldwins to further increase its network in North Manchester, thanks to his previous senior roles in the Blackburn and Burnley regions.
“This will significantly enhance our corporate finance services across the region.”
Fletchers Solicitors
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Fletchers Solicitors has appointed a specialist head of travel litigation.
Mike Hagan, who is ranked in the Legal 500, has joined the firm in the newly-created role and will be based at the firm's Southport headquarters.
Mr Hagan joins the firm from Slater and Gordon, where he was part of its flagship travel litigation team.
Adrian Denson, chief legal officer at Fletchers Solicitors, said: “Mike has vast experience and the knowledge needed to lead our development into the complex travel litigation space, which will really bolster the incredible work that our teams already do.
“This is a key appointment for Fletchers as we continue to expand our comprehensive personal injury offering, so we are extremely pleased to have him on board.”
Bromleys
Tameside-based law firm Bromleys has announced a slew of appointments, taking staff numbers to 58.
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The practice has recruited solicitors Hannah Kinder, Hannah Williams, Suzanne Thompson and Danielle Cobb and paralegals Tamara Adams and Anthony Nurney.
Hannah Cox has also been appointed as a trainee solicitor after joining Bromleys as a paralegal earlier this year.
Mark Hirst, senior partner at Bromleys, said: “Recruiting talented and experienced individuals across the board is crucial as demand for our services continues to soar.
“With an ever-changing technological landscape, we need to be able to respond to all matters effectively and efficiently to exceed our clients’ expectations, so significant investment in recruitment and software is vital.
“Our reputation, various accreditations and awards, combined with our commitment to providing clearly-defined career paths, enables us to attract real talent and we are delighted to have our latest new recruits on board.”
Maguire Family Law
Wilmslow-headquartered Maguire Family Law has promoted solicitors Honor Giles and Frances Bentley to associate solicitors.
Maguire Family Law also has offices in Manchester, Knutsford and Stockton Heath.
James Maguire, managing director of Maguire Family Law, said: “I’m delighted to be announcing Honor and Frances’s promotions. They are both exceptional solicitors who have proven more than ready to take on the role of associate.
“During the past few years they have shown themselves to be extremely capable in both their understanding and delivery of the law, but also in their commitment to exceptional client care.”
5plus
5plus architects, headquartered in Manchester and London, has promoted eight members of its 60-strong team.
Director Phil Doyle said the promotions “form a key part of the evolving structure of the practice”.
Rhys Westacott and John Barrett have become directors, while Alan Palmer and Claire Roberts have been promoted to associate director.
Architects Emmett McAteer, Arron Tann, Laura Stafford and Cathrin Beermann have been made associates.
Mr Doyle added: “It’s been exciting for us to make a further foray into the public sector, particularly within the higher education and leisure spaces.
“The team members being promoted have each played a significant role in helping to drive forward these projects, and we are looking forward to seeing them all continue to flourish.”
Access
Integrated marketing and digital agency Access has welcomed 18-year old Ben Ryder to its team as an earn-as-you-learn apprentice.
It comes after the agency joined the Manchester Metropolitan University’s new degree apprenticeship scheme.
Mark Hope, digital director at Access, said: “Supporting new talent is a long standing commitment within the agency and this is another fantastic industry initiative we’re now involved with.
“We firmly believe that there are some amazing, creative and talented students out there who have not yet gone into the workplace, or decided to go to higher education.
“By creating this new position within our company, we are able to grow and develop Ben’s skills with real-time support and training, ensuring he benefits from being part of a collaborative team and the responsibilities that go with it.”
Access has also hired three additional members into its development team.
Tom Tosis has been appointed as senior developer, while Alan Oakden joins Access as a front-end Developer.
Rakesh James also joins the agency.
Northstone
Homebuilder Northstone has announced three new appointments within its accounts, development and construction teams.
Bernadette Barry joins as development manager, while John Rush has been appointed as site manager for the first Northstone development of 150 homes in Bolton.
Chloe White joins from Peel Media as an accountant and will be based at the company’s headquarters at MediaCity海角视频.
Northstone’s chief executive Phil Wilson said: “As we celebrate the end of our first year, it’s great to welcome Bernadette, John and Chloe to the growing Northstone team.
“These are exciting times for Northstone and I look forward to seeing the trio progress within the business.”