Jos Richardson and Son Ltd are delighted to announce the appointment of Jane Richardson as Head of Business Development.  Jane is the daughter of Managing Director Tim Richardson and joins the long established family business to take responsibility for Marketing and Human Resources.

Jane has over 10 years experience of marketing, mostly for law firms in London, Sydney and Leeds.  She joins from Yorkshire based law firm Gordons LLP where she headed up the marketing team for nearly 4 years.

Jane was awarded marketer of the Year 2011 at the model employee awards in Leeds and has recently gained Chartered Marketer status through recognised industry body, The Chartered Institute of Marketing.

Jane said “this is a great opportunity for me to develop my marketing skills in the retail and consumer sector as well as bring some of my expertise from business to business marketing to assist Jos Richardson and Son to expand their business”.  It is an exciting time to join the firm.  There is no doubt that market conditions are tough but we are in a good position to capitalise on our reputation for providing quality products and excellent customer service”

Tim Richardson, Managing Director said “I am thrilled that Jane has joined the family business.  With her brother Joseph, who joined in 2004, they represent the 5th generation of Richardson’s working in the business.  Jane will bring fresh ideas and her wealth of experience will help us build on our heritage and develop our business even further”