Description
Salary: £80,000 - £110,000 (DOE)
Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a highly respected firm of Chartered Accountants in Birmingham in their search for an experienced Business Services Director. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm offering flexible working, a company pension, and much more! The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of the firm’s Business Services division, leading a talented team, driving business development, and supporting client success across a diverse portfolio.
As a trusted name in accountancy practice recruitment, Crowe Watson Recruitment takes pride in connecting exceptional talent with outstanding firms. We understand the importance of culture fit and professional growth, and this opportunity offers both — a supportive, ambitious environment where your leadership, technical expertise, and business development skills will make a real impact.
This role would suit a qualified and experienced accounting professional with a proven background in business advisory, compliance, and client growth within a practice setting. You will be instrumental in delivering high-quality service, managing key client relationships, identifying new opportunities, and contributing to the strategic development of the firm. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.
Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the Business Services team, ensuring the highest standards of client service
Drive business development initiatives, identifying and converting opportunities to expand the client base
Provide strategic financial and business advice to clients, supporting their growth and success
Manage and grow an existing client portfolio, building strong long-term relationships
Contribute to the strategic planning and development of the firm
Requirements
ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with extensive post-qualification experience
At least seven years' experience working within a UK Practice environment
Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
Strong commercial acumen and experience advising and developing owner-managed businesses
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client relationship management skills
Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a highly respected firm of Chartered Accountants in Birmingham in their search for an experienced Business Services Director. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm offering flexible working, a company pension, and much more! The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of the firm’s Business Services division, leading a talented team, driving business development, and supporting client success across a diverse portfolio.
As a trusted name in accountancy practice recruitment, Crowe Watson Recruitment takes pride in connecting exceptional talent with outstanding firms. We understand the importance of culture fit and professional growth, and this opportunity offers both — a supportive, ambitious environment where your leadership, technical expertise, and business development skills will make a real impact.
This role would suit a qualified and experienced accounting professional with a proven background in business advisory, compliance, and client growth within a practice setting. You will be instrumental in delivering high-quality service, managing key client relationships, identifying new opportunities, and contributing to the strategic development of the firm. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.
Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the Business Services team, ensuring the highest standards of client service
Drive business development initiatives, identifying and converting opportunities to expand the client base
Provide strategic financial and business advice to clients, supporting their growth and success
Manage and grow an existing client portfolio, building strong long-term relationships
Contribute to the strategic planning and development of the firm
Requirements
ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with extensive post-qualification experience
At least seven years' experience working within a UK Practice environment
Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
Strong commercial acumen and experience advising and developing owner-managed businesses
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client relationship management skills