Oswestry-based rural estate agents Roger Parry & Partners have made a new addition to their office as Helen Williams joins their team for the next 12 months from Harper Adams University.

Helen, currently in her third year, is studying Rural Enterprise and Land Management and as part of her studies she will undertake a 12-month placement with Roger Parry & Partners in order to help her work towards becoming a full member of RICS (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors).

Richard Corbett, partner in Oswestry office, said: “Helen impressed us last year when she came for work experience during her summer holidays so we’re delighted she’s come back to join us during her placement year.

"It is important as a profession that we help to train the next generation of chartered surveyors.

"Each year the Firm employs at least one placement student from Harper Adams University REALM Course and like to see each student develop their confidence and knowledge whilst working in real-life situations.

“We also aid their progression through the Assessment of Professional Competence which will eventually lead to them becoming Chartered Surveyors under the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

"After completing their year with us, the students return to Harper Adams University to finish their final year of study before graduating.”

Helen lives near Llangollen on a farm which has also diversified with a caravan park.

During her time with Roger Parry & Partners Helen will be working with Richard Corbett.