On the move: the latest East Midlands hires

Lincolnshire-based law firm JMP Solicitors has expanded its commercial team.

Robert Cox has joined the company’s Grantham office as a commercial solicitor.

Cox brings over 30 years’ legal experience to JMP having worked in Melton Mowbray for 17 years at Oldham Marsh Page Flavell and in Grantham for 16 years at Close Kendall, Trumans and Nelsons Solicitors.

He said: “JMP Solicitors is a modern, friendly firm providing legal services to businesses and personal clients and I’m very much excited to be part of such a forward-thinking and approachable team. It’s important to ensure that clients receive a friendly and helpful service, to guide them through legal obstacles, with minimal risks to keep costs down.

“I grew up in Grantham and to now be based here in the area where I live for work, so close to family and friends is very exciting – I look forward to putting my skills and expertise to good practice for a new challenge.”

Ian Howard, managing director at JMP Solicitors, added: “We’d like to give a warm welcome to Robert on joining the JMP team. With his extensive experience and enthusiasm, he is an ideal asset to join our commercial division to lead and support its ever-growing portfolio.

“With Robert’s background working in the counties of Lincolnshire and Leicestershire, he has a whole collection of contacts within the business community which will help with new business development and building key relationships in the commercial sector.”

Elsewhere, Derbyshire-based marketing agency Purpose Media has announced two new hires.

Jade Cole and Matthew Bonser have both joined the firm’s account management team.

Matthew Bonser and Jade Cole

University of Sheffield graduate Cole has previously worked as an account manager with a number of agencies.

Bonser also brings a wealth of experience to the firm having worked across B2B and B2C campaigns both on and offline.

Jamie Bourn, account director at Purpose Media, said: “I’m excited to welcome Jade and Matt, the way we work with our clients and manage their accounts is crucial to how we help them achieve their marketing goals.

“Thanks to our account managers, clients have access to a dedicated team with knowledge across sectors to make the most of their marketing spend. Showing them value and a return on their investment with us is always our goal.

“I can’t wait to see Jade and Matt get stuck in with their roles.”