A FIRM is celebrating its 10th anniversary by creating 50 new jobs.

Fast-growing Love Energy Savings has announced the jobs boost as the company continues to roll out its UK expansion plan.

The move will see the award-winning, Bolton-based business, which is now Britain’s biggest business energy comparison and switching service, take its headcount to nearly 200 people.

The new roles - 21 of which are available now, with the remainder being phased over the next eight months – span across the business, including sales, marketing, finance and IT. The company also encourages part-time and flexible working for mums returning to work and people with childcare commitments.

This latest expansion follows the company creating 60 jobs – nearly a 70 per cent increase in headcount – over the last 12 months, as it continued to target new markets and launched a new corporate division supporting larger energy users to build on its existing SME customer base.

Since it was formed in 2007, Love Energy Savings has grown to become the most trusted business energy price comparison specialist in the UK, with a five-star rating on Trustpilot for customer service.

During that time, the company has switched over 124,000 meters, saving customers more than £80 million on their electricity and gas bills.

Its growth has been supported initially by a £500,000 funding injection from the Greater Manchester Loan Fund in 2013, which assisted with the launch of its innovative energy price comparison engine. This was followed by a further £4.5m investment by NVM Private Equity in 2014 to fund its ambitious growth plans.

Love Energy Savings is the current holder of the title of Britain’s Best SME To Work For and was named in the coveted Times Tech Track 100 list – recognising it as one of the fastest-growing technology businesses in the UK.

Head of Talent Mike Edwards said the company’s success and growth was founded on building trust and transparency with customers, underpinned by its fair pricing policy, which guarantees businesses better deals without having to barter; a clear commitment to excellent customer service and looking after its people well.

He explained: “We fully understand that keeping our employees happy, motivated and engaged is key to our success and we have a top-notch engagement and empowerment strategy which supports this.

“Enabling our teams to become a better version of themselves and play a pivotal part in growing a successful business is the objective underpinning this. We’ve a dedicated learning & development team who, using tailored learning programmes, empower our people to be at the top of their game.”

Managing director Phil Foster added: “As a business, we’re committed to creating a great working environment for our team. We’ve kitted out our home with a purpose-built gym, boasting state-of-the-art equipment and shower facilities; a spacious break-out zone, complete with pool table, as well as premium coffee machines throughout the building, offering anything from a Mocha to an Americano absolutely free of charge.

“As a result, we have a fantastic culture, our people are happy and this shows through in the results. Our employees are friendly and welcoming, hungry for a challenge and determined to succeed. They’re passionate, energetic, creative and fun. It’s in our DNA. We’re an ambitious bunch and love seeing the business grow, but realise it’s getting to the top that’s just as important as being there.”

With its vast knowledge of the energy market, 86 per cent of its customers continue to use Love Energy Savings’ service year after year.

Prospective candidates can apply for roles by emailing careers@loveenergysavings.com. For more details, please visit www.loveenergysavings.com