This week’s Yorkshire appointments

Yorkshire-based independent financial advisers Robertson Baxter have added Chartered Financial Planner, Kate Davenport, to its team.

Kate brings the total number of financial professionals at Robertson Baxter to 12, and adds a wealth of academic and practical experience to the technical team.

As well as her Chartered status, Kate has a law degree and is currently training to become STEP (Society of State and Trust Practitioners) qualified. She joins the team from Leeds-based firm The Private Office.

Stephen Baxter, Robertson Baxter’s founding director, said: “Kate’s appointment is a key one for us. Her experience of dealing with the type of clients we have is of huge benefit.

“She is a key member of the technical team and will research the background of a client’s existing arrangements and the new arrangements that our IFAs propose. She looks at all round charges, taxation and level of risk. It’s about the detail, making sure the client gets the right advice in the report that she writes and then the adviser delivers. It’s what she enjoys doing and this is what she has the experience in doing.

“The STEP qualification is more of a law qualification, which means there is a crossover in the understanding of the advice that a lawyer would give and we can work better having that knowledge in house. Simply, it gives us added credibility when dealing with them.”

Chris Waterhouse and Matthew Smith, Andrew Jackson

Regional law firm Andrew Jackson has appointed two new partners to its team.

With over 25 years’ experience across a wide variety of commercial property matters, Chris Waterhouse joins the firm’s real estate team in Hull from Lupton Fawcett Denison Till’s Leeds practice.

He has expertise in acting for property developers for whom he has handled both town centre and out of town retail schemes, office and mixed-use schemes, and industrial parks. He also acts for landowners entering into promotion or sale agreements with house builders.

Matthew Smith, who moves from his role as a managing associate at Bond Dickinson LLP, has joined Andrew Jackson’s team in York, a city where he worked for several years prior to that firm’s relocation to Leeds.

An experienced corporate lawyer, Matthew has worked with a wide variety of clients, based locally, regionally and nationally, advising on a broad range of transactions including acquisitions for both AIM listed and private companies and disposals of owner-managed businesses.

Mark Pearson-Kendall, managing partner of Andrew Jackson said: “Chris and Matthew are strong additions to our team and follow other strategic appointments we have made in recent months. I’m delighted that they have chosen to join Andrew Jackson and their appointments underline our ongoing commitment not only to recruit great lawyers but also to invest in the services we offer to our clients.”

Chris Gumbley, Naylor Wintersgill

West Yorkshire-based Naylor Wintersgill chartered accountants has appointed tax specialist Chris Gumbley to the firm as tax partner.

Vicky Wainwright, managing partner, said: “We are delighted that Chris has chosen to join the Naylor Wintersgill team on a full time basis.

“As a tax specialist, Chris offers a wealth of specialisms and expertise in all areas of taxation including corporate transactions, group tax planning, managing exits from businesses and mergers/acquisitions. We believe in adding value for our clients, and Chris joining the firm full time does just that.”

Chris has provided tax consultancy to the firm for a number of years and we are extremely pleased he likes us so much he wants to work with us on a daily basis! Chris shares in our ethos of delivering outstanding service based on strong client relationships and we look forward to welcoming Chris and his clients.“

Chris Gumbley added: “I’m really looking forward to joining Naylor Wintersgill and using my tax experience to help the firm progress. I’m sure my clients will integrate seamlessly into the new environment.”

The firm’s practice chairman, Alan Wintersgill also commented: ’Chris is already well known to many of our clients through his tax consultancy work with us.“

Louisa Slimm, LCF Law

LCF Law has expanded its specialist healthcare team with the appointment of corporate healthcare executive Louisa Slimm.

With 18 years’ experience in the dental legal sector, Louisa advises dental practitioners on the acquisition and disposal of dental practices, and she previously held a similar position at a national law firm.

Susan Clark, head of the LCF healthcare team, said: “Since launching our dedicated healthcare arm which provides expert legal advice and services to GP’s, dentists, pharmacists and care home owners several years ago, we’ve established an enviable client base throughout the UK.

“Louisa’s appointment takes our team to six and her knowledge and track-record for exceptional client service, as well as her success rate for generating new business will enable us to continue with our ongoing development.”

Louisa added: “I share LCF Law’s passion for ensuring customer’s objectives are achieved within the agreed time scale. I have lots of long-standing contacts in the dental sector and was keen to move to a practice like LCF Law, which is one of just a handful of firms nationwide to specialise in this area.

“Dental practitioners need all sorts of legal support, whether it’s in relation to the sale, purchase or relocation of a practice, employment issues, dealing with CQC registrations and de-registrations or assisting with the retirement and succession process. Understanding their business and their priorities is key to a successful relationship between lawyer and dental professional.

“LCF Law has a reputation for excellent standards of service whilst making the complex simple. Their mission is to make their clients’ lives easier and I am delighted to be joining the LCF team.”

Lyndon Roper, Intermarketing Agency

Leeds-based creative agency Intermarketing Agency has hired Lyndon Roper as its new strategy director.

The appointment comes as the agency continues its growth trajectory in a year which has seen the opening of three new offices in London, Amsterdam and Sydney, a digital acquisition and a raft of other senior hires.

A seasoned strategy and client services expert with over 20 years experience at agencies in the UK and Europe, Lyndon will be responsible for enhancing the agency’s existing planning capabilities.

Prior to Intermarketing, Lyndon worked at creative agencies including Iris, TBWA and BBDO, delivering strategic campaigns for clients such as Coca-Cola, Kellogg’s and BP.

Nickii Gray, Intermarketing managing director, said : “Our client and business proposition is ‘making it happen’ and we’re delighted that Lyndon will be continuing to develop our strong strategic, creative and effective approach for our clients.

“He brings with him a wealth of experience and a fabulous curiosity which fits perfectly with our agency focus on championing the customer. It is a really exciting appointment for us.”

Marcus Brew, UNTHA UK

North Yorkshire-based industrial shredding specialist UNTHA UK has appointed a new managing director.

Marcus Brew takes the reins at the helm of the company, following a promotion from his previous role of Sales Director. Chris Oldfield, who has led the shredding business since 1997, will become chairman, concentrating on UNTHA UK’s over-arching strategic direction and other wider ambassadorial responsibilities in industry.

Roger Draper joined the senior management team as head of after sales last October for instance, and experienced sales coordinator Sharon Annat progressed to the role of sales process manager in December. UNTHA UK is now on the hunt for two more service engineers, a sales manager for spare parts and an office administrator.

Commenting on his new role, Marcus said: “Having been a part of the business for seven years, it is a pleasure to now lead the company through our next phase of growth.

“In truth, Chris and I won’t feel much of a change, as we’ve both been concentrating on these responsibilities for some time – the new titles are really just a formality.”

Chris also commented: “This is a very exciting time in the evolution of our business. I will still have an active role at UNTHA UK and look forward to analysing the company’s position and efficiencies from a different perspective.

“Marcus’ promotion will also enable me to support some of the wider industry initiatives, forums and committees that I’ve long been asked to get involved with. I’m eager to see how UNTHA UK will further progress over the next few years.”

Katie Walker, Woodlands care home

A Hull-based care group has recruited new care home manager, Katie Walker.

Experienced care home manager Katie recently joined Woodlands residential care home in Driffield following more than 16 years in care home management.

Woodlands care home, operated by the Hica Group, has 50 residents and 50 staff, including specialist dementia care staff and a dedicated activity coordinator.

Katie said: “As a new manager, I want to add to the already great care put in place by the team at Woodlands.

“We believe in treating people as individuals and achieving the right balance between encouraging independence and providing care. It is important to us that Woodlands has a homely and relaxed environment and people feel comfortable and included, as well as enjoying a great quality of life through activities.

“I will be arranging more fundraising events for even more trips to residents’ favourite places. I will also support the holistic and innovative treatments for those with dementia and memory loss already put in place and look at new ways to provide these sessions.”

Katie qualified as a nurse from Pinderfields Hospital’s training programme, specialising in stroke rehabilitation, before following her passion into the care industry.

Penni Brown, CEO at the Hica Group, added: “Katie is a fantastic addition to the team at Woodlands as her standards mirror the standards of care at the Hica Group. Her experience and expertise in the care industry made Katie a great choice for manager and we look forward to seeing her step into the role.”

Peter Kelly, Advanced Supply Chain

Bradford-based logistics firm, Advanced Supply Chain, has appointed a new managing director of its transport division.

Peter Kelly, who has more than 20 years’ experience in the transport sector, will work across Advanced Supply Chain’s five UK sites to expand the firm’s specialist offering and drive forward further strategic growth within the business.

Peter’s focus on transport operations will draw on knowledge gained at previous roles, including being operations director for Eddie Stobart.

Mike Danby, CEO of Advanced Supply Chain, said: “Peter is an important hire for Advanced Supply Chain. His expertise will be fundamental to building our market presence and developing our dynamic and strong team within the transport division.

“Peter’s impressive track record for improving transport operations will be a hugely positive factor in maintaining our high level service for clients, whilst further strengthening performance.”

Peter added: “I’m very excited to become part of the team at Advanced Supply Chain team. I’m really looking forward to leading the transport division, taking on new challenges and embracing Advanced Supply Chain’s existing achievements to drive us to the next level.”

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