Shropshire sales firm Aquira to create more than 200 new jobs

SHREWSBURY-based sales firm Aquira has announced it is to create 220 new jobs in Glasgow.

The announcement came as Scotland’s first minister Alex Salmond opened Aquira’s new ‘sales lab’ in the city – a move which has already created 200 jobs.

Aquira provides firms, including Vodafone and Scottish Power, with a marketing and sales force, to win and retain customers by phone, internet, email and social media.

Mark Walton, Aquira chief executive, said: “Our new investment in Glasgow is a strong reflection on the success of our current operation. It is also a ringing endorsement of Scotland’s reputation for business and the skills of the local workforce.

“We have ambitious plans for growth and the expanded team in Glasgow will have a significant part to play in realising them. Our growth plans will also open up exciting employment opportunities for all ages, including young people.

“We believe in the value of recruiting young people and growing their talent for the benefit of the business. That is why we are pleased to launch this new recruitment drive and look forward to helping talented young people into employment.”