A WORCESTERSHIRE-based insurance broker has welcomed a new recruit.

Sutcliffe & Co, based in Foundry Street, has welcomed Tom Sweeny, who has joined its team.

Mr Sweeny joins the firm as an account handler, having come from Jelf in Malvern.

He said: "This is an exciting time and Iā€™m looking forward to the opportunities offered by joining such a well renowned and respected insurance broker.ā€

Duncan Sutcliffe, director Sutcliffe & Co, said: "We are delighted to have snapped Tom up to join our hardworking team.

"It is hard to find high calibre candidates such as Tom, who brings a great deal of enthusiasm and ambition.

"I have no doubt he will provide our current, and future, clients with the excellent service they expect from Sutcliffe & Co.ā€