HUNDREDS of North-East jobs are being created at a call centre company.

Firstsource Solutions says it wants 200 workers for roles at its bases in Middlesbrough and Sunderland.

The jobs come after the company secured work with a bank and a telecoms operator.

Bosses said the bank agreement will deliver customer service roles, with its telecoms deal providing sales advisor posts.

Niki Barker, Firstsource’s HR officer, said: “We are delighted to be able to continue to bring new employment to the area, while boosting the level of service we are able to provide to some of Britain’s best known companies.”

The firm will hold a number of open days to find workers.

The first takes place on Wednesday, March 18, from 9am until 7pm, at the Sunderland Marriott Hotel.

Further events will be held at Firstsource’s site, in Fountain Court, Grange Road, Middlesbrough.

For more information, contact middlesbroughhr@firstsource.com