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08. 07. 2025
Finance Director Placement for Growing Consultancy Firm
A £6M UK consultancy appointed its first in-house Finance Director to lead strategic finance and support growth. We delivered the hire in 6 weeks through targeted executive search, ensuring cultural fit, commercial acumen, and credibility with senior consultants.
08. 07. 2025
UK firms lose taste for US investment, Deloitte survey shows
British CFOs are turning away from US investment, with sentiment plunging from +59% to +2% since late 2024, amid uncertainty over Trump’s tariff policies. The UK and India are now top destinations, reflecting rising domestic confidence and risk appetite.
02. 07. 2025
UK accountants more optimistic about AI than global counterparts
UK accountants are leading globally in AI adoption, with 90% expecting a major impact on their profession. More UK firms have AI strategies and tools in place, driving faster transformation, improved efficiency, and competitive advantage in the tax sector.
01. 07. 2025
The CFO Skill Set No One’s Talking About: Crisis Fluency
Crisis fluency is emerging as a vital CFO skill. Beyond resilience, today’s finance leaders must anticipate disruption, lead under pressure, and guide cross-functional teams through uncertainty — making this capability essential for strategic success in a rapidly evolving business landscape.
26. 06. 2025
Surge in demand for accountancy commerce & industry roles
Accountancy hiring in commerce and industry has surged by 17% in 2025 — the strongest rebound in over a decade. Regional hotspots and demand for ESG, AI, and hybrid-ready talent are driving growth, while financial services vacancies are set to fall.
24. 06. 2025
Industrial strategy: four changes to boost professional services
The UK’s new Industrial Strategy outlines reforms to boost professional services, including accountancy. Key changes focus on AI adoption, audit reform, sustainability reporting, skills development, and regional growth hubs—aiming to make the UK the world’s most trusted advisory sector by 2035.