Vikki R

Caxton group general manager

When did you join the business? 

I joined the business in 2011. 

What role(s) do you have / have had within the business? 

I am now the General Manager for Caxton Group. Previously I have worked in various departments over the last ten years including administration and accounts. 

How many people / departments do you now manage? 

I oversee the whole Caxton Group.

Where are you based? 

I am based at the head office in Stoke.

How would you describe the culture within the business?

I would describe Caxton as inclusive, diverse, considerate and exciting!

What would you say at the main advantages to working for Caxton? 

Caxton is a growing company, so there is definitely opportunity for development. I would also say the management team us very flexible, and everyone is friendly and welcoming. 

How would you describe the career progression / opportunities within the business? 

The training and development are brilliant. I started in a part time general administration/accounts role 11 years ago when only Caxton Builders existed. As we grew and the additional businesses were established, we employed more staff, and I became office manager at Stoke. I have since been promoted to general manager of the Group. 

The opportunities within the Group are excellent. Caxton keep a log of everyone’s training skills and pay for any refresher courses required. They also help many people gain qualifications and grow within the business. We also have an apprenticeship scheme which ensures we take on apprentices each year to join the trade and gives them a starter pack with the essentials they need to work with.

How would you describe the training and development at Caxton? 

There is a huge amount of support for training and development at Caxton. I have competed numerous courses during the last ten years. Initially I completed a computerised accounts course which was funded by Caxton, I then went on to complete NVQ in business administration and more recently I have completed a two year course qualifying with two level 4 diplomas in leadership and management.  I have also completed several other courses to benefit the business including mental health first aid, GDPR and data protection. 

How would you describe the benefits to working at Caxton? 

Great, staff are acknowledged and rewarded for hard work and dedication. We also receive a performance related bonus based on salary. We have a death in service policy, employee assistance programme extra holiday after 5 years’ service.

What would you say to someone who is thinking of working for Caxton? 

Go for it! You will benefit from friendly people, flexible and understanding management and great opportunities for growth. The staff retention is high, this is testament to the culture at Caxton.