Succession
Our coverage on Succession focuses on leadership transitions, partner exits, and long-term planning strategies within UK accountancy firms. Accountancy Today reports on succession planning frameworks, governance updates, generational handovers, and the operational impact of retiring partners or directors. We also explore the role of M&A, talent development, and equity restructuring in ensuring continuity. Tailored for managing partners, directors, and firm owners, our insights support effective succession strategies that safeguard client relationships and business stability.
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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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7 JulyAccounting Firms
Northern Accountants expands into HR with new sister brand
Leeds-headquartered Northern Accountants has launched a sister brand, Northern HR, as the firm advances its goal to become a top 100 UK practice. The new venture will be led by HR business partner Paula Ingham, a former consultancy owner with around 30 years’ experience. A long-standing chartered member of the…
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2 JulyPeople Moves
PKF Francis Clark promotes record 13 new directors
PKF Francis Clark has promoted 13 new directors across its tax, audit, business advisory, corporate finance, marketing and people teams – the largest number in the firm’s history. The promotions span the accountancy firm’s offices in Exeter, Torquay, Truro, Salisbury and Poole, and reflect what chief executive Paul Crocker described…
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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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13 JunePeople Moves
Greaves West and Ayre makes two partner promotions
Berwick-based firm, Greaves West and Ayre, has announced the promotions of Joseph Findlay and Matthew Taylor to partner roles, marking a joint milestone for the pair who joined in 2019. Findlay holds an integrated master’s degree in civil engineering from Heriot-Watt University and qualified as a chartered accountant with the…
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12 JunePeople Moves
KPMG to kick-off process to elect its next global chair
KPMG is preparing to launch an election process to appoint its next global chair, with succession plans expected to be announced in the first half of 2026, according to Sky News. UK chief executive Jon Holt is considered a strong internal candidate to succeed Thomas. Holt, who took over the…
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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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22 MayPeople Moves
Wright Vigar promotes 14 across firm
Wright Vigar has announced 14 internal promotions across its offices, including the promotion of Nathan Bowles to associate director.Bowles joined the firm in 2010 when he joined as a tax consultant from Moore Stephens in Manchester. Wright Vigar said that he has since become a “cornerstone” of its tax advisory…
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