First Utility appoints new Group HR and Communications Director

First Utility, has appointed a Group Human Resources and Communications Director.

John Wrighthouse will take the newly created position, and will be responsible for coordinating the company’s position on sustainability and CSR strategy.

Prior to joining First Utility, Wrighthouse was Group HR Director at Nationwide Building Society, Group HR Director at American Greetings, and is a Non-Executive Director of the UK Charity Guide Dogs for the Blind and a Director of the Nationwide Pension Fund Trustees.

Ian McCaig, CEO First Utility comments: “This is a strategically important appointment for us as our people are at the heart of delivering our customer promise - to help households spend less on energy.  With John’s experience and impressive track record in developing business performance through HR initiatives, he has a vital role to play in making sure that we continue to attract, develop and engage the very best talent in our industry and beyond.”