Interim management firm Russam GMS is launching Athene Interims, a new company specialising in placing interim marketing and communications professionals to meet growing market demand for these roles.

In partnership with sister company Peterborough-based consultancy Athene Communications, Athene Interims will be providing interims specialising in marketing and communications.

The new company was created by founding partners Richard Astle of Athene Communications and Jason Atkinson of Russam GMS, both of whom have significant communications and marketing experience.

Caroline Parsons joins as director to lead the day-to-day operations of the business. Parsons has held lead communications roles in the NHS and local government.