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Tilney Smith & Williamson, Wealth Management and Professional Services Group, has strengthened its Birmingham investment management team by announcing three appointments.

Gavin Hill has joined the company’s IFA business to focus on business development for the Midlands, while Dr. Aidan France and Sophie Pounds will become Assistant Investment Managers.

The news follows the latest announcement that Tilney Smith & Williamson has agreed terms and conditions for a new office at Birmingham’s landmark 103 Colmore Row – the UK’s tallest office building under construction outside of London.

Dr. Adam Parker, Managing Director of Tilney Smith & Williamson’s financial services team in Birmingham, said, “We have ambitious plans to expand into the Midlands in the coming years and are therefore investing in growing our team. As we look forward to moving into our new Grade II listed offices at 103 Colmore Row next year, I look forward to welcoming Gavin, Aidan and Sophie to Tilney Smith & Williamson. ”

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Birmingham-based planning and development consultancy Lichfields has announced a senior executive appointment.

Myles Wild-Smith has been promoted to associate director in the firm’s corner block office on Cornwall Street.

Chief Executive James Fennell said the promotion was well deserved as Myles has been a significant contributor to Lichfields’ growth during troubled times over the past 12 months.

He said, “Well done, Myles. Our investment in highly talented employees is the linchpin for advising our customers at the highest level. We look forward to the fact that he will continue to develop his career at Lichfields and contribute significantly to our future success. “

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Bruton Knowles has set another important appointment within its national assessment team.

James Foley will join Bruton Knowles as Client Services Manager for the National Valuation Unit in the company’s Birmingham office.

Ian Pitt, Partner and Head of the National Assessment Team, said, “We have seen tremendous growth since the launch of the National Assessment Team and it is imperative that we use the latest technology to continue to provide a time and cost effective service that provides accurate advice.

“The appointment of James Foley is a strategic decision not only to manage the growth of the team, but also to improve our services through the use of innovative technologies.”