Candidates
Adlestrop Consulting is refreshingly different.
In the recruitment arena the concept of relationship building – particularly before any strong commitment to go on interview – is rare. We will not only respond rapidly to your enquiry (however speculative) but, of equal importance, we will happily provide bespoke information to those who have expressed an interest in acquiring further understanding and knowledge of the market, but may not have applied for a specific role. Obviously, if you have already made the decision to look at other opportunities, then Adlestrop Consulting is perfectly placed to help you achieve your objectives.
See how we have helped other candidates.
From the moment you contact us we will:
- Listen to, and hear, what you say.
- Treat you as an individual and provide bespoke advice, based on a strong understanding of the market, and the firms and organisations within it.
- Work with you in order to help you achieve your career aspirations.
- Take the time to discuss your short, medium, and long-term objectives and, if these are likely to be best met by looking at appropriate opportunities, then we will discuss these with you.
At Adlestrop Consulting we recognise the importance of being entrusted to advise you on your career. It is a responsibility that we take very seriously.
What type of positions do we handle?
Accountancy and Finance Opportunities
Our expertise in placing candidates ranges from Partner appointments through to Senior Manager. Within the last 12 months we have experienced particular success in the London and Midlands markets.
We work with professionals to shape their careers in Corporate Finance, Audit, Tax Advisory and Business Development.
Audit
Our accountancy and finance recruitment team have a wealth of experience in the audit recruitment market across the UK.
We handle audit opportunities for accountancy firms from the Big 4 through to Independents. We deal with roles spanning all levels of the audit market from entry level positions through to senior level hires.
We undertake retained assignments instructed by National and Regional Heads of Audit, helping them to make strategic hires across London, the Midlands and Bristol.
There has been a significant increase in the need for high quality auditors throughout the accountancy and finance markets in recent years.
We specialise in the following areas:
- Core Audit Jobs
- Financial Services Audit Jobs
- Public Sector Audit Jobs
- Internal Audit Jobs
Charles works closely with clients and candidates alike to ensure that we have the top talent in the market and the very best opportunities of offer.
We work with candidates to understand their personal and professional aspirations to provide them with tailored advice on their long-term career plan.
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What do candidates say about us?
“I would have no hesitation in recommending Adlestrop or using them again in future. Charles provided excellent service from the first meeting through to offer. The level of communication was excellent and I really valued the insight and perspective that Charles provided.”
Audit Partner, Large Independent, London
What do clients say about us?
“Adlestrop really understood what we were looking for to help grow our Birmingham business service offering. Adlestrop was able to recommend to us a highly skilled sales individual, and his appointment has proven to be very valuable to our future growth plans. Adlestrop does not mess around with wasting time sending lots of CV’s. Adlestrop focusses and waits for the most appropriate and relevant candidate for the role that we are looking for, thus saving our time and effort. I would highly recommend Adlestrop and we would definitely use them again when looking for senior roles ”
Audit and Transaction Partner, Top 20 Firm
Opportunities
Audit Partner, Top 10, Birmingham
We are working closely with an expanding Top 10 accountancy firm to appoint an Audit Partner to work alongside the newly appointed Office Managing Partner. This is an opportunity for an individual to build, grow and establish an Audit function in the Midlands.
Audit Director, Top 20, Birmingham
A Top 20 accountancy firm are in search of an Audit Director to work closely alongside the National Head of Audit. This individual will be supporting, managing and overseeing the delivery of an exciting client portfolio.
Audit Financial Services, Top 10, Bristol
We have a unique opportunity with a Top 10 accountancy firm in Bristol who are in search of an Audit professional with a background in Financial Services. This is a strategic hire for the firm as they seek to establish a stronger presence in this space across the South West region.
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Tax
Adlestrop Consulting work with an extensive network of accountancy firms across the UK to help build their tax teams.
Our work stems from instructions from Regional and National Heads of Tax across London, Midlands and Bristol.
We work with the Big 4 through to Independent accountancy firms on a wide range of job opportunities including:
- Corporate Tax Jobs
- VAT Jobs
- Transfer Pricing Jobs
- Personal Tax Jobs
- R&D Tax Jobs
- Private Tax Jobs
- Employment Tax Jobs
Our consultants work across all levels of the tax market from newly qualified accountants looking to make their first move post qualification through to Partner level appointments.
Making a career move in the Tax profession needs to be a considered decision based on market insights and subjective career advice.
Charles works closely with candidates to understand their personal and professional ambitions; helping you to keep abreast of the current climate in the tax market. This puts you in good stead to identify the right opportunity for you and your long-term career ambitions.
What do candidates say about us?
“Adlestrop recently placed me in a new role after taking the time to get to know me and what I wanted out of my career. They only put me forward for jobs that they thought were right for me and suited my skills and personality. After getting in touch with Adlestrop, initially after a recommendation, they were very patient while I then had to put my job search on hold for personal reasons, staying in touch without being pushy at all. The support provided whilst I was going for interviews and resigning from my current position was invaluable. I am looking forward to starting my new role but should I wish to move again in the future, I would not hesitate in contacting Adlestrop Consulting.”
Tax Senior, Top 20 Firm, Midlands
What do clients say about us?
“It was a pleasure working with the team at Adlestrop Consulting. They were recommended to me by a colleague, I warmed to them instantly and that gave me the confidence that potential candidates would be happy to engage with them. I’ve been trying to grow my team for some time with limited success and the team at Adlestrop took the time to get to know me, to understand what I was looking for in a candidate and to present me with a sensible plan of action which ultimately led to me hiring an excellent candidate. I remain grateful to them and would happily recommend their services to others.”
Corporate Tax Partner, Top 10 Firm, South Coast
Opportunities
Private Client Tax Partner, Top 10, Birmingham
We have been exclusively retained by a Top 10 firm looking to add a senior tax professional to their Private Client offering in their Birmingham office. The role is centred on managing your own portfolio of clients with a mixture of consultancy and advisory work. Business development will also be a prime focus of the role too amongst both existing and new clients.
Corporate Tax Director, Top 10, Bristol
This established and market leading tax practice requires a proven Corporate Tax Director to work across Bristol and the South West. Managing a team of experienced professionals, you will be the focal point for all technical dealings with the clients and have responsibility for driving the continued growth of the division.
Corporate Tax Senior Manager, Top 10, Birmingham
A growing Top 10 accountancy firm is looking for a Corporate Tax Senior Manager to join their expanding Birmingham office. This individual will work closely with Partners and Directors to manage consultancy and advisory projects across a broad portfolio of organisations, SMEs and Owner Managed Businesses.
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Corporate Finance
Our team have an eclectic network of clients in the Corporate Finance market working with the firms that our candidates really desire.
We work with Corporate Finance and Advisory teams at firms including Big 4, Top 10 and Top 20 as well as a number of Boutique Corporate Finance Houses in London, the Midlands and Bristol.
The majority of our work in the Corporate Finance space are instructions from Regional and National Heads of Corporate Finance which stems from the depth of our client relationships which we pride ourselves on.
We have a proven track record in this fast paced environment working on retained assignments in the areas below:
- Private Equity Jobs
- Venture Capital Jobs
- Corporate Finance Jobs
- Transaction Services Jobs
- M&A Jobs
- Business Modelling Jobs
- Valuations Jobs
Charles works closely with clients and candidates alike to ensure that we have the top talent in the market and the very best opportunities of offer.
We work with candidates to understand their personal and professional aspirations to provide them with tailored advice on their long term career plans.
What do candidates say about us?
“I was extremely pleased with the service obtained from Adlestrop Consulting. Being pro-active and using their network, it took just 3 days for them to line up 4 interviews for me with key decision makers for roles that suited my criteria. As a result of Adlestrop’s tailored approach I was in new employment within 2 weeks of first submitting my CV. Overall, I highly recommend exclusively using Adlestrop Consulting.”
Corporate Finance Analyst, Corporate Finance Boutique, Birmingham
What do clients say about us?
“Adlestrop have stayed in touch over many years, even when I moved out of the region and showed an in interest in my business and its growth strategy. They are the ‘go to’ person for knowledge of candidates and employers and send candidates who would be right for the business, saving me time. In a way, their approach fits our deal approach – rifle shot rather than scatter gun.”
CF Partner, Large Independent Accountancy firm, Birmingham
Opportunities
Transaction Services Partner, Top 10, London
Our client is looking to appoint a Partner to lead their Transaction Services team within London. This exclusively retained opportunity will work closely with the National Head of Transaction Services to enhance the offering within the capital.
Corporate Finance Director, Top 10, Bristol
This is a role that will see this individual work in tandem with the recently appointed Corporate Finance Partner to establish the presence of firm and service line across Bristol and the South West region.
Corporate Finance Manager, Boutique, Birmingham
Working with a portfolio of entrepreneurial clients, this newly created role presents an exciting opportunity to join a growing Boutique firm in central Birmingham.
Recent Placements
Corporate Recovery
We have a wealth of experience in the Corporate Recovery space having placed candidates with Big 4 accountancy firms, alternative finance providers as well as into the banking sector.
Working closely with our clients to understand their market, the culture of their organisation and the calibre of the individuals they want to join their teams.
We have worked on assignments across the breadth of the service line.
- Insolvency
- Debt advisory
- Restructuring
- Business turnaround
What do candidates say about us?
“My experience with Adlestrop Consulting has been very positive. From the initial meeting discussing the options available through to accepting the offer, they were exceptionally professional, approachable and always available to answer any queries. Adlestrop understood early on the type of roles I was interested in and I would highly recommend them to new candidates.”
Restructuring Assistant Manager, Big 4
What do clients say about us?
“Adlestrop’s knowledge of the market is spot on. At every level of recruitment, the candidate selection produces an excellent short list, fully vetted with frank honest views of how the candidates come across. As specialists our time is never wasted by the candidates put forward by Adlestrop and the successful recruits fit our culture perfectly.”
Partner, Independent Firm
Opportunities
Corporate Recovery Partner, Top 10, Bristol
Our client is looking to appoint a senior individual to head up their Corporate Recovery team and establish a firm presence across the South West. This is a unique opportunity in a fast growing firm.
Corporate Recovery Manager, Boutique, London
Corporate Recovery Manager, Big 4, Birmingham
Job Opportunities
Our focus is on providing quality senior level career opportunities with professional services firms that you want to work for.
Concentrating on a small number of high calibre clients in the accountancy and finance sectors allows us to build in-depth working relationships thus providing you with opportunities to join the very best firms to further your career.
Below is a small selection of retained and exclusive career opportunities we are working on.
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Recent Placements
Our focus is the placement of high-calibre individuals in permanent positions throughout the UK within both the professional services sector and industry, banking and commerce.
Below is a small selection of our recent work.
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