An insurance broker, which gets stuck into charity work, has recruited four new members of staff.

P J Aiken, which is based in Dorchester, has seen an increase in its workload over the last two years, which staff say is a result to of hard work, determination and employing insurance experts.

To meet its increased demand, the insurance broker has had to add four new staff members to its team.

P J Aiken Insurance has built a loyal customer base over the years as a result of its excellent customer service to personal and commercial clients, but also through commitment to the local community and charity work.

Manager Donna Wilson said: “Customers are increasingly referring more and more family, friends and colleagues, which is wonderful for business. Some of our clients have been with us since our foundation, therefore we are seeing three generations placing their business with us.”

The broker has been involved in fundraising campaigns for Weldmar Hospice, Cancer Research, Wear it Pink Breast Cancer charity, Homeless charities and Tuck by Truck deliveries (a Weymouth social enterprise organised by Dorset Abilities Group). As well as this, it helps sponsor The Local Hero Awards which recognise inspirational carers for loved ones who have gone above and beyond in job roles.

Staff were out in Dorchester town centre during the Easter break with the P J Aiken Easter Bunny, to help spread some joy.

Donna added: “Awareness of our business name is strong thanks to our community work, business sponsorships, Chamber of Commerce involvement and charity events’ participation, all of which we enjoy immensely.”

P J Aiken Insurance provides policies for home, motor and travel cover, also commercial requirements, including bespoke options.

The average monthly renewal retention for the business is 90 per cent, above average for an insurance brokerage, whilst new client growth in the past year has topped 200 clients.

P J Aiken Insurance is part of the A-One Insurance Group, which operates throughout the South West from its headquarters at Ringwood and has six regional offices.