Azets, the UK's largest regional accountancy firm and business advisor to SMEs, has welcomed eight trainees to its offices across the South West since July, as part of an ongoing recruitment drive for entry level jobs.

Azets' graduate and school leaver recruitment drive is a key part of its strategy to expand its offering across the region.

The new recruits have secured positions in business areas such as audit, tax and accounts & business advisory services, and will have the chance to be an integral part of the team, through a hands-on approach in a supportive environment, led by experienced professionals.

Toby Ackland, associate with Azets Cheltenham, is one of the most recent graduates to join the accounting firm.

He said: "I am excited to join Azets at this time. As a growing company, Azets offers excellent opportunities for ongoing career development into the future. My team has been very welcoming, and I am looking forward to growing my career within the business."

Clare Clift, partner at Azets said: "Azets is committed to investing in people and developing talent, and our business is full of young, enthusiastic people with incredibly bright futures.

"We're proud to be recruiting so many trainees across the South West and supporting their professional growth alongside the continued growth of the company. After a challenging 18 months, particularly for young people confined to their homes, we're delighted to be offering so many opportunities as we continue with ambitious plans to grow the business and deliver a service that is both personalised and localised."

Career opportunities are available at Azets, visit www.azets.co.uk to find out more.