FRAN Kidd has joined Oxford accountancy firm Shaw Gibbs as its new marketing and business development manager.

Before moving to Shaw Gibbs, which also has offices in London, Ms Kidd has spent more than 10 years in professional services marketing.

Eight of these were with Oxford accountants Critchley’s where she earned a CIM Professional Diploma in marketing.

Shaw Gibbs managing director Peter O’Connell said: “Our firm has moved up several gears in the last two years and we needed someone with a professional approach to marketing and business development, who is at home in our young, innovative culture. “We’re delighted to welcome Fran, who fits this bill perfectly.”