The latest Bondholder appointments and promotions

Sellick Partnership, Rhodes Wealth Management, Bates Weston and Nelsons Solicitors are among the latest Marketing Derby Bondholders to announce new appointments in recent weeks.

Professional services recruitment company Sellick Partnership has marked its success within the public sector with a promotion to its senior management team.

Daniella Pye has been promoted to associate director in recognition of her contribution and achievements made by the large, multi-specialism team that she leads.

The team focuses on partnering with public and not-for-profit sector organisations within the HR, finance and accountancy and procurement specialisms.

Daniella, who is also part of the Wellbeing Team at Sellick, has been an integral part of the company for 15 years – after joining back in 2009 as trainee recruitment consultant.

Her new role will involve focusing on the growth and development of the HR division, using her sector experience and knowledge to drive the team’s progress.

Group director Nikki Kinsey said: “From the very beginning, Daniella’s resilience and drive set her apart. Her journey is a testament to her exceptional abilities and the remarkable results she has achieved.

“Today, Daniella stands as a shining example of success and growth within Sellick Partnership, having joined as a trainee and now sitting as part of the senior management team as an associate director. This is what each and every person working here can do, if they want it.”

Derby-based wealth management company Rhodes Wealth Management has announced the appointment of a new managing director.

Hayley Burton has joined Rhodes, which has recently experienced a period of strong performance, with the company recently obtaining £500 million of funds under its management.

Hayley will be responsible for shaping the strategic direction of the business, driving growth, and fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.

With over 20 years’ experience in financial services, she has a strong track record of growing wealth management businesses with a customer-centric focus and a passion for empowering people.

Chief executive Adam Rhodes said: “I’m confident that Hayley’s strategic approach, energy and people-focus will prepare us for the next phase of growth and support our talented team here at Rhodes.”

Bates Weston has announced that Sean Douglass has been made a partner at the firm.

Sean is another example of home-grown success at Bates Weston, having joined the firm as a trainee over 14 years ago.

Focussing on audit early on in his career, Sean has been taking care of a broad spectrum of audit clients, including the highly specialised education and charity audit sectors.

In his capacity as senior audit manager at Bates Weston, Sean will continue to take care of current audit clients, as well as looking to build his portfolio as partner.

Managing partner Wayne Thomas said: “Sean’s progression to partner is richly deserved.

“Sean has always delivered the highest standards of service to our clients and has steered the ongoing development of our growing audit teams.

“His diligence and commitment are invaluable to the firm and to our clients and I am delighted to welcome him as a partner to the firm.”

Finally, Nelsons Solicitors has appointed experienced employment law specialist Rachel Mills as a legal director.

Rachel brings more than two decades of expertise to Nelsons, having spent most of the last 10 years with Geldards.

Laura Kearsley, partner and head of the employment team at Nelsons, said: “We are really keen to build our team’s profile in the Derby market, and Rachel joining us will certainly help this.

“She has a great level of all-round experience that really appealed to us, particularly her work on tribunal matters.

“Rachel has a great reputation for her work in the Derby area and beyond, and culturally, she was a perfect fit for Nelsons. We are pleased to welcome her into the team.”