GARLANDS Call Centres has appointed NIGEL MYERS as finance director.

He will head the Garlands' finance team with responsibility for preparation of budgets and forecasts, financial control and preparation of management accounts, contract management and procurement.

The 38-year-old previously worked for HBS Group, where he was Northern regional finance director.

Before that, he was finance director at the Gadget Shop, Sports Internet Group and an audit manager for Pricewaterhouse Coopers.

Chey Garland, chief executive of Garlands Call Centres, said: "As we continue to grow, it's important that we plan properly and maintain tight financial controls.

"We're delighted to welcome Nigel to the company. He not only has a wealth of relevant experience working with growing businesses, but also detailed knowledge of contract management - skills and knowledge that are invaluable to us as we move forward."

Mr Myers is replacing Malcolm Metcalfe, finance director since 2001, who has become a financial consultant.