2. WelcometoSheffield InvestSheffield-NorthShoring AFFORDABLE
HIGH QUALITY OFFICES Sheffield is independently benchmarked as one
of the most cost effective cities in the UK, for both property and
staff. Reduce your operating costs and improve your profitability
by moving into affordable, quality offices. Grade A city centre
office space is available from 14 per square foot.
WithGradeACityCentreofficespaceavailableatanaverageof14
persquarefootandsalarycostsupto28%lowerthanLondon,Sheffield
offersyourbusinesstheopportunitytomakesubstantialsavingson
yourbottomlinethroughtheprocessofNorthShoring. WHAT IS NORTH
SHORING? The hub and spoke business model often referred to as
North Shoring offers your company an opportunity to reduce your
cost base by relocating your middle and back office functions to a
lower cost base location whilst still retaining a London presence.
BENEFITS OF NORTH SHORING. Reduce your office and salary costs.
Access new markets - Locate to Sheffield and gain a foothold into
new markets. Grow your talent pool within your company. Minimise
the risk by reducing overheads and retaining your business within
the UK.
3. TALENTED PEOPLE Locating your business to Sheffield will
give you access to talented people. Within a peak 60 minute commute
there is catchment of 2.1 million people, with 64% or 1.4 million
of working age - more youthful than the national average. Over
340,000 people hold a degree level qualification or higher. No
other location offers such a large recruitment catchment combined
with such competitive salaries in the UK. East West Locations. WHO
IS ALREADY HERE? National and international law firms have been
created and grown in Sheffield. Irwin Mitchell is head-quartered in
the city, Nabarro grew here, DLA Piper started here and is now the
largest law firm in the world. CENTRAL AND ACCESSIBLE LOCATION A
proven central UK location capable of translating your strategic
vision into operational performance by removing the uncertainty and
letting your business succeed in a low risk environment.
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4. InvestSheffield-NorthShoring
Sheffieldsworkforceisoneofourmost
importantassets.Ourpeopleareloyal,
committed,highlyskilled,adaptable,
friendly,hard-workingandproductive. One of the most cost effective
cities in the UK, salary costs are up to 28% lower than London.
340,000 of the working population have a degree level
qualification, equivalent to one in four people. Over 60,000 people
speak a second language, with over 11,500 students in Sheffield
from overseas. Over 2.1 million people live within a 60 minute peak
catchment area. Close to 1.4 million people are of working age, at
64% thats more youthful than the national average. The financial
and professional services sector now employs 7% and contributes to
over 14% of Sheffields GVA (The City UK 2012). 12 universities are
in a 60 minute travel catchment with 313,000 students and 92,000
graduates each year. 63,000 students at two universities in
Sheffield with over 20,000 graduating each year both universities
are renowned for teaching in Law, Business Studies, Modern
Languages, Finance and Law. TalentedPeople With nearly 25,000
students from 125 countries, the University of Sheffield is one of
the UKs leading and largest universities. A member of the Russell
Group, it has a reputation for world-class teaching and research
excellence across a wide range of disciplines. The University of
Sheffield has been named University of the Year in the Times Higher
Education Awards for its exceptional performance in research,
teaching, access and business performance. In addition, the
University has won four Queens Anniversary Prizes. The Department
of Law and Criminology at Sheffield Hallam University is an
internationally recognised centre for applied clinical learning
incorporating academic, research and professional expertise. The
fundamental principles of the department include promoting and
understanding social and criminal justice, inclusivity, and
widening access to education and professional development. Academic
staff within the department work with the private sector to deliver
conferences in addition to consultancy activities with the legal
profession and wider professional community. In January 2015, the
department launched its Helena Kennedy Centre for International
Justice as a focal point for its pioneering research into human
rights and social justice. UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
web:www.shef.ac.uk/law SHEFFIELDHALLAMUNIVERSITY(SHU)
www.shu.ac.uk/faculties
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6. InvestSheffield-NorthShoring Affordable HighQualityOffices
SheffieldCityCentrehasanexcellentrangeofGradeAofficespaceandisindependently
benchmarkedasoneofthemostcosteffectivecitiesintheUKforbothpropertyand
staffcosts.ByNorthShoringyourbusinessyoucansignificantlyreduceoperatingcosts
andmakeyourbusinessmoresustainable. Availableofficesinclude:
STPAULSPLACE Availability(sqft)76,000
LargestAvailableFloorplate(sqft)8,000 IndicativePrice(persquarefoot
perannumexclusive)23.50 ONENORTHBANK Availability(sqft)10,000
LargestAvailableFloorplate(sqft)8,000 IndicativePrice(persquarefoot
perannumexclusive)13.50 Place your business in the heart of
Sheffield. St Pauls Place is ideally situated to benefit from the
wide range of amenities and transport infrastructure only a
landmark City Centre location can offer. A range of caf bars and
restaurants, a hotel and health & fitness centre are all within
St Pauls Place. The wider city centre, Peace Gardens and Winter
Gardens are on the doorstep, creating inspiring public realm
immediately outside the front door. One North Bank is a striking
piece of architecture on the banks of the River Don that defines
the progressive nature of Sheffield. One North Banks regeneration
over recent years has created a modern urban part of the city
centre. One North Bank offers a practical location in terms of
commuting and visiting but also an environment in which you will be
able to attract and retain the staff you need to grow your
business. In addition to the 67 on-site parking spaces and cycle
racks One North Bank has three multi storey car parks within two
minutes walk and the tram within a five minute walk. Rental prices
correct as of August 2015
7. @InvestSheffield CITYGATE Availability(sqft)42,000
LargestAvailableFloorplate(sqft)7,500 IndicativePrice(persquarefoot
perannumexclusive)15.00 SAVILLEHOUSE Availability(sqft)90,000
LargestAvailableFloorplate(sqft)12,000
IndicativePrice(persquarefoot perannumexclusive)8.50 MILTONHOUSE
Availability(sqft)35,000 LargestAvailableFloorplate(sqft)9,000
IndicativePrice(persquarefoot perannumexclusive)12.50 Set on a
commanding central site, this eleven storey, 60,000 Sq Ft property
is perfectly placed for you, your staff, your clients and your
business. And for smaller organisations, we can accommodate suites
from 3,000 Sq Ft. Positioned on the edge of the inner ring road,
with access to the M1, getting to and from the office is
straightforward. And with 58 on-site parking spaces you wont have
to worry about finding a space. Access to public transport couldnt
be easier and, with full shower facilities, keen runners and
cyclists can come and go as they please. Say Hello to over 100,000
sq ft of stylish offices set on a unique development nestled
between the city centre and the lower Don Valley. Saville House is
a prominent landmark building that stands proud at the gateway to
the city centre. With nine floors and a separate multi-storey car
park, it offers large, flexible, open-plan accommodation, including
floor-plates of 12,500 sq ft and car parking for 237 cars. Milton
House is located in a prime position fronting Charter Row in the
heart of Sheffield City Centre. The building is within easy walking
distance of the city centre and core retail areas - amenities which
include Debenhams, Sainsburys and John Lewis. In addition to this
the vibrant Devonshire Quarter area - with its wide variety of
restaurants, bars and unique independent shops. The building is
well served by public transport, with Supertram and bus routes
nearby and also within walking distance of Sheffield Train Station
and Transport Interchange.
8. Getting here is easy, Sheffield is well
connectedtoothercitiesintheUK,aswell as the rest of Europe and the
world. AIR LINKS Sheffield is in the unique position of lying
between five international airports - all within 1 hour travel
time. This makes Sheffield a wonderfully accessible city whether
youre visiting for business or just to spend time in this beautiful
part of the world. RAIL LINKS Sheffield station has fast direct
routes to and from all major UK cities. Direct Eurostar connections
at St Pancras, London - from Sheffield, put Europe in easy reach.
High Speed Rail (HSR) network will serve Sheffield City Region. By
linking the Leeds City Region, the Sheffield City Region and the
East Midlands, high speed rail will connect an area of 6.7 million
people and journeys from Sheffield to London will reduce from 2hrs
7mins to 1hr 15 mins. ROAD LINKS The UKs main motorways, including
the M1, M62 and A1(M), meet in or near the city. DIGITAL
CONNECTIVITY Sheffield has an excellent digital infrastructure and
is a significant location in the UK for internet connectivity given
its proximity to existing national telecommunications networks.
With all major providers routing a significant amount of traffic
via Sheffield, businesses located in the city benefit from
efficient access to the UK, Europe and the world. Sheffields
network infrastructure has seen major investment in recent years,
ensuring that BTs network in Sheffield runs on the latest
technology and is ready for future growth and new technologies.
Virgin Media also has extensive coverage to the majority of the
city and is offering its fastest available products including fibre
leased lines. In addition to this, Easynet, ASK4, Level 3 and SSE
Telecom have all invested to develop infrastructure including
points of presence in the city. Sheffield isconnected worldwide
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9. SHEFFIELD Airport Distance UK European Worldwide miles
flightsflightsflights Doncaster Sheffield Airport 20 3 3 3
Manchester International Airport 35 3 3 3 Leeds Bradford
International Airport 40 3 3 3 East Midlands Airport 47 3 3 3
Humberside International Airport 60 3 3 3 London
BirminghamManchester Leeds Edinburgh Paris Brussels
(Eurostar)(Eurostar) Sheffield2:041:040:510:403:325:305:20
Airportdistance(miles) Distancebyrail(hours) SHEFFIELD
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10. InvestSheffield-NorthShoring
Itsuniquepropositionofcityculture, outdoorsadventureandruralescapes
makesitthecityofchoiceforpeople whocareaboutcareerandlifestylein
equalmeasure. Sheffield is Englands greenest city with more than
200 parks, woodlands and gardens, and is also the only UK city to
have a national park, The Peak District, within its boundary. The
open countryside offers stunning scenery, walking, climbing,
cycling and general outdoor life in the country. House prices are
among the most attractive in the UK, with town and country homes
ranging from large detached houses to picturesque cottages, modern
estates and apartments to Victorian and Edwardian properties. The
Sheffield region offers a wealth of leisure, cultural, sporting
activities including; theatres; a range of sports for both
spectators and participants; interactive museums; touring art
exhibitions and stately homes such as Chatsworth House on the
doorstep. At night the bars, restaurants and clubs in the region
cater to all tastes and pockets - as the birthplace of the Arctic
Monkeys, Pulp, Def Leppard and the Human League, the Sheffield
region is steeped in music. Sheffieldis TheOutdoorCity
11. We have much to be proud of. Sheffield boasts world class
skills and knowledge in a range of established and emerging
sectors, all of which feed ongoing innovation and cement the citys
identity as a compelling place to do business. DLA is proud to have
its roots in Sheffield and remains committed to the region. There
is a wealth of entrepreneurial flair which highlights the diversity
of Sheffields offering and the spirit that sets us apart. Richard
May Managing Partner, DLA Piper Sheffield As a firm whose Sheffield
roots span two centuries, its tremendous to witness Sheffield City
Regions vibrant transformation and the subsequent opportunities it
has opened up. Proud to be playing an instrumental role in
realising the City Regions dynamic growth strategy, our talented
professional services sector values the importance of forging
mutually beneficial partnerships - and a true spirit of
collaboration exists in supporting major economic initiatives. Paul
Trudgill Managing Partner, hlw Keeble Hawson LLP Sheffield is a
good place to do business. There is a strong and growing
professional services industry serving regional, national and
international markets with some of the best facilities in the
country, including two high profile and well regarded universities
supplying us with a very strong talent pool. Sheffield is home to
several world leading organisations such as HSBC, Boeing,
Rolls-Royce and Aviva. The increasing diversity of the Sheffield
economy stands the city in good stead as we move forward. Irwin
Mitchell LLP Paul Firth, Regional Managing Partner Nabarro is a
major employer in Sheffield. We chose to expand our business here
as it gives us access to a rich talent pool through leading
universities. We retain our staff because of the attractive
lifestyle, a cultural and green city on the edge of the Peak
District. Sheffield is a very attractive base to do business.
Stephen Scott, Partner, Head of Sheffield Office, Nabarro LLP The
Sheffield City Region is vibrant, confident and business focused,
and is investing in skills, infrastructure, innovation and growth
to compete in the global economy. HS2, the Northern Powerhouse,
regional devolution, the expansion of the Advanced Manufacturing
Park and Enterprise Zones are just a few of the opportunities that
companies in the region will be able to take advantage of in the
near future. Sheffield is one of the best places in the UK to
invest in and do business. Martin McKervey, Partner, Nabarro LLP
and Private Sector Board Member of the Sheffield City Region LEP
@InvestSheffield Whoisalreadyhere?
NationalandinternationallawfirmshavebeencreatedandgrowninSheffield.IrwinMitchellis
head-quarteredinthecity,Nabarrogrewhere,DLAPiperstartedhereandisnowthelargestlaw
firmintheworld.Thecityisahotbedoflegalservices;recentnewentrantsincludeKennedys,
HillDickinson,andLuptonFawcett.Manylocalnichefirmsarestrong,plusthereisawealthof
patentattorneys,atestimonytothecitysinnovativebusinessbase.
12. Contactus MizanRouf InvestmentManager T:01142232353
M:07876853652 E:[email protected] KenNettleship
InvestmentManager T:01142232382 M:07810152410
E:[email protected] NikHamilton InvestmentTeamManager
T:01142232406 M:07554555749 E:[email protected]
T:@InvestSheffield E:[email protected]
W:welcometosheffield.co.uk/business Howwecanhelpyou
InvestSheffieldoffersafreeandextensivepackage
ofservices,adviceandassistanceforthosewishing
todobusinessinSheffield,someofthespecific
areasofsupportwecanofferare: Property Our comprehensive knowledge
of Sheffields commercial property market will enable us to help you
find the most suitable office or premises for your business.
Finance We can help you identify and access appropriate grants,
loans, or equity finance. Recruitment A unique HR consultancy
service to assist you in accessing the most cost effective local
sources of information and support. Accesstosupplychainsandnetworks
Help to identify and introduce you to the appropriate local and
national supply chain partners and networks relevant to your
business needs. Knowledgeandinnovation Access to our regional
knowledge base, which includes local Universities in addition to
many private sector research organisations. Relocationsupport A
tailored relocation service to support the requirements of key
personnel relocating to the city. AccessingCouncilServices Access
to the relevant local authority statutory services provided by the
council, including planning, environmental permits etc.
Ongoingsupport Once established in Sheffield, we will support the
ongoing growth of your business and work with you proactively to
develop further opportunities to invest within the city. We look
forward to meeting with you to discuss the opportunities North
Shoring provides for your business.