Leeds print management firm creates 10 new jobs with launch of first Birmingham office

XBM, the Leeds-headquartered print management company, has acquired a permanent office space in Birmingham.

The company has used £235k of funding from NatWest to secure its first office in the Midlands. The total investment in Birmingham will reach £750k by the end of the year.

Located in Aston, the Birmingham office will create 10 new jobs when it opens in March, adding to the 35-strong staff currently employed across XBM’s Leeds, Newcastle and Manchester offices.

Founded in 2008, XBM provides specialist office and production print equipment in the UK.

The business has been growing at 20% a year and has a reported annual turnover of £2.5m.

XBM’s current clients range from sole traders to large listed companies, along with local councils and schools.

Justin English, managing director at XBM, said: “Birmingham has a high concentration of businesses that could benefit from our innovative services, which makes it the perfect location for XBM’s next phase of expansion.

“Thanks to the funding from NatWest, we have been able to purchase a permanent West Midlands base and increase our national reach. It is our 10th anniversary this year and we hope to continue leading the way as one of the most competitive print management companies in the UK.”

William Islip, NatWest senior relationship manager, added: “We have worked with XBM for eight years, helping Justin and his team purchase their Leeds, Newcastle and now Birmingham offices. We look forward to supporting XBM with its continued UK growth.”

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