Mansfield-based interior fit-out specialists Jephsons Shopfitters has increased the number of staff at its headquarters because of demand.

In the past 18 months Jephsons has recruited more than 20 new members to its fitting and manufacturing teams, bringing the total workforce to over 60.

As well as creating new jobs, Jephsons has had to increased the size of its fleet with the addition of new vehicles and are now servicing high street food, retail and hospitality brands.

Commercial director Ian Jephson said the increase in staff and fleet was a step towards meeting increased customer demand.

“It seems our reputation for completing a high-quality job to time and budget is going before us.

“We have experienced high demand for our interior fit-out services and as a result have taken on a wide range of skilled people to meet that.”