Freshfield appoints finance and workplace manager

Preston-based PR and marketing communications firm Freshfield has appointed Sally French as finance and workplace manager.

Sally previously spent 23 years at MHA Moore and Smalley, the accountancy and business advisory firm, where she held a number of finance, credit control and accounting roles. She was also part of the firm’s corporate social responsibility committee, and staff social club.

At Freshfield, she will join the operations management team overseeing finance, people and training and workplace management while leading the firm’s social value and fundraising efforts.

Sally said: "Freshfield has an excellent reputation for looking after its clients and staff and helping the community, which makes it a great choice for somewhere to work, and to be part of a great team.

"Feeling like you are part of a team motivates me and I see Freshfield and its community as a close family committed to helping each other. I’m look forward to contributing to its future and growing with the firm."

Simon Turner, chief executive at Freshfield, said: "Having spent over 20 years as part of a hugely successful professional services firm, Sally is a strong addition to the team who brings with her a number of core skills and experiences.

"In addition to her honed, modern finance skills, Sally has a clear passion for people and helping others. These attributes are important in helping us in with our goal to be an award-winning place to work, while helping our communities."

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