Today, Ariel Direct, a Hampshire provider of telecommunications, is launching a new head office at Barnes Wallis Road, Fareham, following a multimillion-pound investment. This is expected to create more than 100 jobs over the next 18 months.

 

The company currently has a 220-strong team and could provide jobs for as many as 450 people in total. 

 

Chief executive and founder David Kilby said: "We are very excited to be showcasing our new HQ and proud that we are able to offer employment opportunities to the area.

 

"Our new location, adjacent to the motorway at J9 of the M27, puts us in easy reach of Southampton and Portsmouth – this coupled with Whiteley being on our doorstep means we really are well placed to attract the very best talent."

 

The head office features a hi-tech demonstration suite as well as an iPad intelligent meeting room booking system.

 

Kilby added: "We value our staff – truly the backbone of the company – and so have invested heavily in brand new equipment, such as high-end ergonomic chairs, height-adjustable monitors, Sonos music system throughout the building and an extensive staff break-out relaxation area, thus providing what we believe is an unrivalled working environment."

 

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