The Croydon-based direct marketing business, which was formed in 2004 with a £20m investment in a state-of-the-art facility, this month launched its Leeds sales office, headed up by regional sales director Gary Wild.

Wild, who was previously with paper group James McNaughton, will be supported by two staff.

David Laybourne, Real Digital's managing director, said the new office would serve existing clients in the North of England, as well as attract new business.

"This is the beginning of an investment strategy in the region," he said. "In addition, we will consider additional regional offices in the UK when appropriate."

The opening of the Leeds office came as Real Digital recorded a record monthly turnover of £1.2m.

Laybourne said the company was performing well in the recession as businesses were re-examining marketing strategies.