Audit Director / Partner Designate – London – £140,000-£180,000 + bonus + clear equity pathway

Location: London | Hybrid Working
Salary: Highly Competitive + Equity Potential + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Audit Senior Manager ready to take the next step into Director level? Perhaps you're already operating as an Audit Director seeking a clearer route to Partnership, or an established Partner looking for a fresh platform with ambitious growth plans.

We are working exclusively with a highly respected, top-tier professional services firm that continues to invest heavily in its audit offering and leadership team. Due to sustained growth and a strong pipeline of opportunities, the firm is seeking an exceptional audit leader to play a key role in shaping the future of the practice.

This is a genuine career-defining opportunity offering a clear pathway to Partnership for the right individual.

The Opportunity

You will inherit a substantial and diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from entrepreneurial owner-managed businesses through to large corporates, international groups, charities and complex organisations. Beyond portfolio management, you will have the opportunity to influence strategy, drive business development initiatives and help shape the next phase of the firm's growth.

The firm is particularly interested in individuals who enjoy building relationships, developing teams and identifying opportunities to add value beyond compliance-led services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a significant audit portfolio and act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders.
• Oversee the delivery of high-quality audit and assurance engagements.
• Develop and strengthen existing client relationships while identifying new opportunities.
• Support and contribute to business development and networking activities.
• Mentor, develop and inspire managers and future leaders within the team.
• Work closely with senior leadership to influence strategic direction and growth plans.
• Drive operational excellence, quality standards and regulatory compliance.

About You

We are keen to speak with:

• Audit Senior Managers seeking their first Director appointment.
• Audit Directors looking for a stronger platform and a credible route to Partnership.
• Existing Audit Partners interested in joining a growing and ambitious firm.

You will ideally possess:

• ACA or ACCA qualification (or equivalent).
• Significant experience within a UK accountancy practice environment.
• Strong technical audit and assurance expertise.
• A commercial mindset with the ability to build and develop client relationships.
• Experience managing substantial client portfolios and leading high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A track record of contributing to business growth, client retention or business development activities.

What's on Offer?

• Clear and realistic pathway to Partnership.
• Access to an impressive and varied client portfolio.
• Significant autonomy and influence within the business.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Strong investment in leadership development.
• Highly competitive remuneration package with equity potential.
• Opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking leadership team.

If you are considering your next move and want to explore a genuine Audit Director or Partner opportunity within a progressive and highly regarded firm, we would welcome a confidential discussion.