People: Ware & Kay incorporating Pearsons & Ward Solicitors; Open Communications; Nexus; and more

Law firm Ware & Kay incorporating Pearsons & Ward Solicitors has appointed Laura Kingsberry as conveyancing executive to its expanding Residential Property Team in Wetherby.

She brings a wealth of experience in residential property law, having dedicated over eight years to the field. 

Her expertise encompasses all facets of residential property transactions, assisting clients in the purchase and sale of both freehold and leasehold properties for registered and unregistered land.

Kingsberry is well versed in buying and selling at auction, managing buy-to-let investments, executing transfers of equity, overseeing mortgage transactions, and ensuring proper property registrations.

Originally from Pontefract, she began her career at a law firm in Castleford and has completed the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CiLex) level 3 course. 

She is currently undertaking the Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) course, further broadening her knowledge and expertise in property law.

She said: “Buying or selling a property, whether a home or an investment, can be a stressful time and my aim is to help ease the burden by securing the best possible outcomes.

“Ware & Kay has a strong client base with a real drive to provide outstanding legal services. I look forward to being a key part of the team.”

Lucy Gilman, associate director and head of the Wetherby Office, added: “We are happy to welcome Laura to the team.

“Her experience, knowledge, and interpersonal skills will significantly add to our abilities to continue to deliver a first-class service to our clients and enable us to achieve our ambitious vision for the department.”

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PR and content marketing agency, Open Communications, based at Tileyard North in Wakefield, has appointed Laura Wood as PR account executive.

Having graduated with a first-class BA (Hons) degree in English Language from Edge Hill University, she approached Open Comms for a short-term placement before being offered the full-time position.

Responsibilities of the new role will include liaising with clients, drafting press releases, writing blogs, producing engaging assets, managing social media accounts and providing monthly reports and analytics.

Director at the agency, Emma Lupton, said: “We would like to take this opportunity to welcome Laura to the team. She is keen, enthusiastic and a perfect fit for our agency. It’s such an exciting time for us, especially as we continue to grow and take on new clients and projects.

“As our remit continues to expand with many of our clients, it is important that we all work together to offer a fresh perspective and bring new ideas to the table. Laura is already doing that, and we know she will become a real asset to the team.”

Wood added: “I am really excited to join the team here at Open Comms. It feels like the perfect place for me grow, both personally and professionally, as I start my career in the Public Relations industry.

“Everyone has been so welcoming, and having done some work experience here before, I already felt integrated into the team and ready to contribute.

“I’m looking forward to diving into the variety of tasks and getting to know the clients – this diversity makes every day so different yet fulfilling.

“I have already learnt so much. I can’t wait to see where this journey takes me.”

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Pudsey-based B2B vehicle and plant hire business, Nexus, has appointed Gerry McCaig as chief operating officer and Stuart Miles as chief revenue officer.

McCaig and Miles will be working alongside the rest of the board to further develop the proposition, products and drive the next level of growth in the business.

McCaig will lead the way in delivering scalable growth and developments into new markets, alongside current product and service enhancement.

He previously held head of operations and chief operating officer roles at British Gas Energy and JLA respectively.

Miles will embed innovative customer central solutions, whilst seeking new initiatives to help drive sustainable top line growth. He also previously spent two decades in commercial lead roles within the vehicle and rental sector.

Both McCaig and Miles will also be looking to shape the company’s brand awareness, growth, and overall proposition.

McCaig said: “I am happy to have joined a great team at Nexus. A one-of-a-kind business, delivering world class service, paired with market-leading technology.

“Having managed fleets, I understand the benefit of having a true partner and I can see the real difference Nexus makes in the marketplace.”

Miles said: “Rental plays a crucial role in supporting our clients’ mobility needs, and the innovative technology Nexus provides to make this a seamless transaction is second to none.

“The ambition and culture of the business is exciting, and we’re well placed to grow and help our clients do the same.”

Scott Haddow, CEO, added: “Gerry and Stuart are joining the team during a pivotal time for Nexus. Their extensive experience, drive and ambition will help us push our offering further than ever before.”

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Law firm Gordons has appointed an employment lawyer and a hired a newly qualified solicitor for its property disputes practice.

Jessica Smith joins the employment and HR team while Arran Crump has become part of Gordons’ property disputes practice after qualifying as a solicitor this September following his two year-training contract with the firm.

Managing partner, Victoria Davey, said: “Employment and property disputes are both growth areas for us, so we are very pleased to have Jessica and Arran join the firm to help continue their expansion.

“Jessica is an impressive lawyer who we are sure will make a positive impact with our employment clients.

“With Arran, we have seen him grow and develop professionally and personally over the past two years and he has already proven himself to be an asset to our property disputes team.

“We have distinct culture at Gordons that sets us apart, and enables us to develop lasting client relationships.

“Jessica and Arran have all the necessary qualities in terms of attitude and aptitude to contribute to our continued success and that of the businesses and individuals we advise.”

Employing 170 people, Gordons has its head office in Leeds.