A NATIONAL insurance firm is creating 45 jobs at its Darlington office.

Axa Insurance, one of the UK's general insurers, is recruiting 45 people to work at its office in Beaumont Street.

The firm is looking for customer sales advisors to join its 245-strong team.

The positions have been created as a result of an influx of new business generated through growth and restructure of the organisation.

Full and part-time positions are available so that successful applicants can tailor their working week to suit them.

No previous experience is necessary, as the company will provide full training.

The vacancies also include a number of opportunities for more experienced sales staff.

Axa Insurance is holding an open day today at The New Grange Hotel in Maxine's Restaurant, Southend Avenue, Darlington, between noon and 7pm.

Those who are unable to attend but are interested in finding out more information, should contact the recruitment hotline on 0845 6000 591 quoting reference number 2307.

For more details, contact Rachel West at Axa Insurance on 020 7369 4293.