Harrold Jones Services (HJS), a respected provider of electrical, security, fire safety and Building Refurbishment services based in the Midlands, is proud to announce that it has joined Ventro Group, a leading UK building compliance provider. This strategic move enables HJS to offer customers access to a broader range of solutions while maintaining the high level of service and expertise they have come to expect.
The partnership brings together two companies with closely aligned values and a shared commitment to quality, innovation, and customer care. For HJS customers, this means continuity of service, enhanced access to nationwide resources, and the reassurance of working with a partner capable of supporting complex and evolving compliance needs.
Brian Rowley, Managing Director of HJS commented:
“Joining Ventro Group provides an incredible opportunity to enhance the service we provide to our customers who will benefit from the continuity of our dedicated team but also from Ventro’s extensive expertise, innovative systems and processes, and full suite of compliance services. This partnership ensures our customers and staff can rely on a company capable of supporting their evolving needs today and beyond.”
Harvey Melvin, CEO of Ventro Group, added:
“This acquisition is an exciting milestone for Ventro. This is a strategic acquisition for Ventro Group to expand on our existing electrical and security offering and further improving our industry leading expertise and experience. HJS’s commitment to quality means we can deliver even greater value to our clients, helping us achieve our goal of becoming the UK’s leading and most trusted building compliance partner.”
Ventro Group is a UK leader in fire safety and building compliance, delivering surveying, installation, maintenance, and compliance management services across a wide range of sectors. Founded in Plymouth and operating nationwide, Ventro is known for its commitment to innovation, quality, and customer service. The Group’s mission is to provide end-to-end compliance solutions that ensure buildings are safe, compliant, and future-ready. Through continued investment in technology, people, and partnerships, Ventro has established itself as a trusted name in the compliance industry.
For HJS customers, the partnership means continuity of service from familiar teams, while also gaining access to Ventro’s nationwide compliance expertise, technology, and processes. This ensures a more seamless, reliable, and comprehensive approach to building compliance, tailored to meet evolving needs. Ventro customers will also benefit from HJS’s specialist electrical, security and building refurbishment expertise, enhancing the overall service offering across the UK.
The acquisition marks an exciting next chapter for HJS and it’s customers, strengthening its ability to deliver innovative, high-quality building compliance solutions while ensuring customers receive the support, expertise, and reassurance they deserve.
Harrold Jones Services would like to express their sincere gratitude to their advisers for their valuable guidance and support throughout the process: HJS Legal team from K3: Khurshid Valli (Corporate Lawyer) Rachel Bailey (Corporate Solicitor) Cameron Minifie (Corporate Paralegal) HJS Finance and Tax team from Ballards: Hashim Hafeez (Corporate Finance), Peter Woodall (Associate Tax Partner) James Maynell (Partner) and Gina Gardner (Associate Director) HJS Broker team from KBS Corporate: Fabio Rambelli (Associate Director) and George Barnes (Associate Corporate Director)
Ventro Group would like to extend our sincere thanks to our advisors for their expert guidance and support throughout this process: Ventro Legal team from Michelmores: Angharad Doyle (Managing Associate), Henry Taylor (Partner) Ben Adams (Corporate Senior Associate), Rachael Lloyd (Partner), Cathy Bryant (Partner), Matthew Warren (Senior Associate), Philippa Kean (Corporate Paralegal) Ventro Finance and Tax team from Hazelwoods: Daniel Bond (Partner), Megan Lewis-Bourke (Partner), Jake Williams (Finance Senior Manager), Alexandra O’Neill(Senior Manager) Frazer Taylor (Corporate Finance Assistant)
As well as this Ventro would like to extend thanks to KLARs Legal Council throughout the acquisition which was provided by Weil Gotshal and Manges: Max Oppenheimer(Partner), Jack Gray (Lawyer), Melanie Yu (Associate), Holly Mackay (Associate), Jessica Lee (Associate), Ed Hyde (Council) and Kevin Donegan (Tax, Incentives Counsel)
Finally, a special thanks to the Ventro M&A team for their incredibly hard work in securing the acquisition for the group: Josh Furse (M&A Director), Tom Walters (M&A Group Development Executive), Nick Seychell (Corporate Finance and Reporting Manager) and Sasha Roberts (M&A Executive Assistant)
