Appointments:
LAW firm Gordons has added to its regulatory department with the appointment of solicitor Matthew Breakell.
Mr Breakell joins Gordons from Williamsons where he was a solicitor for two-and-a-half years. He was previously at Andrew Jackson.
His expertise us in defending criminal investigations into directors and companies, including prosecutions brought by the Health and Safety Executive, Environment Agency, police financial crime units and Trading Standards.
Joanne Hall, barrister and head of Gordons’ regulatory team, said: “We are delighted to have recruited such an ambitious, bright and capable lawyer.
“Matthew is still a young professional but has considerable experience in this specialist field and has demonstrated already that he is a significant asset to the practice.”
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RECRUITMENT consultant Dutton International has welcomed John Bratby as its new construction recruitment manager.
Mr Bratby will work from the Sheffield office and brings experience from Thorn Baker and Kalcrest.
Matthew Davison, Dutton International’s chief executive, said: “Last year was particularly rewarding for Dutton International, so now is a good time to expand and further improve our service here in Sheffield.
“Appointing John was yet another example of our well-grounded policy to employ the ‘right’ person with specialist knowledge and understanding. This ensures that the company achieves consistently the high quality customer service to which it is firmly committed.
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EXECUTIVE search agency Wickland Westcott has promoted Mike Spurr to lead its search operation.
Mr Spurr, who has been a Search Consultant at Wickland Westcott for three years, will be responsible for growing the company’s existing portfolio of high profile clients, as well as expanding its team.
He has almost 20 years experience in executive search, working with boards to find Chairmen, chief executives, finance directors and non-executive directors.
Mr Spurr said: “Over the last few years, Wickland Westcott has become firmly established as a respected market leader, delivering quality work at board level within high profile FTSE businesses, private and public sector organisations.
“We’re experiencing strong demand, despite the tough trading climate, and my appointment is part of the plan to keep our expansion plans on track.”
