BKL merges with Wilson Wright
The deal comes on the back of three successful BKL mergers in the past year: chartered accountants Landau Baker, virtual finance team specialists CFPro and chartered accountants Alan Heywood and Company
BKL has announced its merger with accountants, tax and business advisers Wilson Wright.
Having taken private equity investment in April 2023, BKL has been seeking partnerships with other like-minded, people-focused businesses. BKL and Wilson Wright have a long history of working together and have built a “strong relationship” over many years.
Based in the City of London, Wilson Wright’s origins go back over 130 years and many of its client relationships span decades.
Its client base is varied and spans technology, family offices, recruitment, e-commerce, retail, property, sport, and media. Traditionally an accounts, assurance and audit-focused firm, it has over the last decade developed a highly specialised tax offering covering high net worth private clients, transactional advice and tax dispute resolution.
As a result of this deal, the combined business will have two well-established bases in London: BKL’s office in north London and Wilson Wright’s office in central London. Together they have a team of over 400 people, including 39 partners, and a combined turnover of £46m.
The deal comes on the back of three successful BKL mergers in the past year: chartered accountants Landau Baker, virtual finance team specialists CFPro and chartered accountants Alan Heywood and Company.
Lee Brook, CEO of BKL, said: “It’s very exciting to share news of this new chapter for BKL and Wilson Wright. Our discussions, which were incredibly positive from the start, have confirmed how much we have in common: our supportive cultures, our values, the quality of our clients and the excellence of our teams.
“This is a significant next step for both our businesses. I’m looking forward to everything we’ll achieve together as we continue investing in our people and our clients.”
Adam Cramer, managing director at Wilson Wright, added: “At Wilson Wright we have been exploring the best way to continue to develop and future-proof our business so that we can further enhance our client offering. We have known BKL for many years, and we share their ambitions for the future. Their purpose, drive, and desire to ensure they remain a responsible employer resonate strongly with us.
“It became clear from an early stage in our discussions that our two organisations are very much aligned, and we are looking forward to coming together as one team. We are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead for both of our teams to learn from each other, develop a stronger offering and add increased value to our clients.”
