Succession Planning
Succession planning is a critical focus for accountancy firms navigating partner retirements, leadership transitions, and long-term strategic continuity. Our coverage explores best practices, governance models, and talent pipeline strategies shaping the future of accountancy practices in the UK. From partner succession in mid-tier and Top 10 firms to advisory insights on firm valuations and internal promotions, we provide in-depth reporting that supports firms, directors, and partners in building sustainable leadership frameworks.
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Jul- 2025 -9 JulyPeople Moves
Xeinadin promotes 10 new partners across UK and Ireland
Professional services group Xeinadin has promoted 10 senior professionals to partner, bringing its total number of partners to more than 200 across nine regional hubs. The promotions reflect the firm’s focus on developing its in-house talent and strengthening its strategic advisory services for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly in…
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9 JulyPeople Moves
Former PwC partner joins Cooper Parry to lead tax consulting arm
Cooper Parry has appointed former PwC partner Adam Waller as head of tax consulting. Based in Manchester, Waller will lead Cooper Parry’s national tax advisory team, overseeing strategic work across business tax, private client, and transaction tax. He brings more than 25 years of tax experience, including 14 at PwC,…
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Jun- 2025 -27 JunePeople Moves
HWB appoints tax specialist as senior manager
Hampshire accountancy firm, HWB, has announced the appointment of tax expert Steven Martin to the role of senior tax manager, bringing more than 17 years of professional experience. Martin previously held senior roles at Dorset-based Ward Goodman and at BDO. His specialisms include tax advice for individuals, trusts, estates and…
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10 JuneBusiness
Buzzacott advises Mentmore Capital on Rowleys acquisition
Accountancy firm Buzzacott has advised investment firm Mentmore Capital on its acquisition of contract hire and fleet management provider Rowleys of Northwich. The deal marks a succession transition at the Cheshire-based company, with founders Richard and Paul Rowley stepping back from day-to-day operations. Mentmore founders Xan Lowe and Benny Melville…
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May- 2025 -22 MayNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 22/5/2025
Deloitte UK will reduce bonuses, promotions, and average pay rises for its consulting arm after a year of lower-than-expected profits, though slightly higher than the previous year. According to a staff memo, consulting underperformed significantly, prompting a 20% average bonus cut. Audit also missed targets, while tax, legal, and deals…
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7 MayBusiness
DJH acquires Beswicks Legal’s private wealth business
Stoke-on-onTrent based accountancy company DJH has doubled the size of its estate planning division with the acquisition of Beswicks Legal’s private wealth business. The acquisition will see DJH clients have access to expertise in wills and trusts to succession planning, tax advice, probate and powers of attorney. Relocation to Festival…
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Apr- 2025 -17 AprilPeople Moves
Johnston Carmichael appoints new head of financial services
Johnston Carmichael has announced the appointment of Bryan Shepka as its new head of its financial services sector team. He takes over from Ewen Fleming, who led the firm’s growth in the financial services sector over the last six years. Shepka joined Johnston Carmichael in 2023 as audit partner, bringing…
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10 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 10/04/2025
Moore Global has named Nick Ong-Seng as chair of its ethics committee, marking his role as the first non-executive director to also serve on its Global Quality and Standards Board. Ong-Seng, currently global head of governance at Amazon, brings extensive financial leadership experience, including senior roles at Bear Stearns, J.P.…
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10 AprilPeople Moves
Equiom makes two director appointments in Guernsey
Equiom Guernsey has announced the appointment of Alison Parry to the role of executive director of client services and Emily Trebert as associate director of client services. The new additions to Equiom’s leadership structure bring a wealth of expertise to the firm, and “further strengthens its position as a trusted…
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Mar- 2025 -4 MarchPeople Moves
Albert Goodman bolsters Taunton team with two new directors
South West-based accountancy firm AlbertGoodman has appointed Abi Kingsbury and Mark Thomspon as directors to its Taunton headquarters. Chartered accountant and tax advisor Kingsbury joins Albert Goodman as a director in the Farms and Estates team after eight years with a top 10 UK accountancy firm, amid growing concerns over…
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