Bathroom furniture manufacturer Utopia has employed Chloe Powell, who has successfully completed her apprenticeship with the company, in a full-time position as IT Administrator.
Under the apprenticeship scheme, Powell joined Utopia two years ago as an IT Junior Apprentice, attending Dudley College of Technology for one day each week.
Having recently passed her final examinations, she has now been employed in a permanent role.
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Welcoming Chloe Powell, as a full-time member of staff, finance director Amanda Shepherd commented: “We are very keen to invest in the next generation of young talent and the apprenticeship scheme gives us the perfect opportunity to do that, combining formal qualifications and invaluable work experience.
“Chloe has demonstrated a real drive to understand the business, has worked exceptionally well with the team and actively contributed to the department.
“We are delighted to have her as a full-time member of staff. Many congratulations, Chloe, we wish you a very successful career ahead of you.”
Chloe Powell added: “I have really enjoyed my two-year apprenticeship with Utopia. Working in a busy and progressive IT department was ideal ‘hands-on’ experience while I studied for my examinations.
“Now, I am delighted to have both a formal qualification and a full-time position at Utopia.”
Utopia has also recently employed Kate Foster as business development manager, with responsibility for the Midlands and North West regions.