Appointments: Deloitte, Walker Morris, Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking, Raleys Solicitors

BUSINESS advisory firm Deloitte has promoted five members of its Yorkshire team to director level.

Richard Bolton is to become a director in the corporate tax team, whilst Matt Clarke will be the director of the regional financial services practice.

Darren Hattersley is a member of the indirect tax team, having worked for Deloitte for 15 years having worked previously at HM Revenue & Customs.

Joanna Herschell-Smith is a director in the corporate audit team, covering Yorkshire and the North East.

Gavin Quantock works in corporate finance advisory across Deloitte’s Leeds and London offices. He works largely in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Martin Jenkins, practice senior partner at Deloitte in Yorkshire, said: “The five promotions are a reflection of the depth of talent we have in the region and of our continued investment in our people.

“Individually they are great assets to us and our clients, and collectively they will help ensure Deloitte continues to make a significant impact in Yorkshire and beyond.”

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THE real estate group at Walker Morris is being boosted by the appointment of Ian Errington.

He joins after spending 18 years at another Leeds firm, specialising in new build supermarket developments and retail-led mixed use sites.

Mr Errington also focuses on advising on planning conditional contracts, options and similar agreements and focuses on giving targeted commercial advice moulded to his clients’ needs rather than simply transacting.

Jeremy Moore a partner in the Group said:”That Ian has chosen to join us is hugely exciting and a testament to our strategic direction in the Real Estate Group.

“Ian’s experience as a market-leading individual will add a great deal to our client offering, helping to maintain our position as a leader in real estate and further enhancing our brand.”

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A LIQUIDITY associate director has been appointed at Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking.

Khush Johal joins the South Yorkshire team to support growth of businesses with turnovers up to £25m.

Working alongside existing Business Development Director, Paul Stevenson, Khush brings a wealth of relationship and transactional experience to the position.

Having originally joined Lloyds Bank 20 years ago, he has worked in a variety of roles across both retail and commercial banking.

Jon Pulford, area director for SME Banking in the East Midlands and South Yorkshire, Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking, said: “By putting our clients first we are able to deliver innovative solutions to help them achieve their growth aims.

“South Yorkshire is seeing strong improvement in business conditions as confidence returns to the UK economy, and Khush is well placed to use his experience to help businesses seek and activate new opportunities for growth.”

Mr Johal said: “There are a wealth of successful businesses based in the region, and I will be working closely with firms to help them reach a sensible balance between investing their cash surpluses and retaining money to manage liquidity.

“At a time when we are increasing our lending to small and medium-sized businesses, I am looking forward to working with the local business community and using my experience to help them achieve their goals.”

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BARNSLEY law firm Raleys Solicitors has expanded its team by appointing conveyancing specialist Sarah Weatherall.

Ms Weatherall will head up the department which handles re-mortgaging, house moves and new build homes.

Carol Gill, managing partner of Raleys, said:”Sarah just typifies the Raleys approach – listening to the client’s needs and offering practical, no-nonsense help and advice.

“I’m thrilled that Sarah will be here to help us as we continue to develop and grow our team and expand into new areas.”