Placement of a Corporate Finance Partner, Top 50, Birmingham
At Adlestrop Consulting, we believe the best placements come from long-term relationships built on trust, insight, and timing. This case study reflects exactly that.
We had been in regular conversation with a senior corporate finance professional for almost two decades, understanding their career ambitions and recognising that while they were open to change, it would only ever be for the right opportunity.
At the same time, a Top 50 accountancy firm approached us to help them appoint a Corporate Finance Partner to support their growth strategy and launch a new office in Birmingham.
The role required individual with both technical excellence and a strong market reputation.
Our candidate matched this profile perfectly. With a background at a Big 4 firm and extensive experience in corporate finance, they had been looking for a new challenge.
Process
“Charles has been discussing my career with me for almost 20 years. He’s always known I would only move for the right opportunity. He invests in relationships for the long term and isn’t looking for a quick turnaround.”
The opportunity stood out immediately. The chance to join as Corporate Finance Partner, contribute to the firm’s Midlands strategy, and be part of opening a new office made it a truly distinctive career move.
Throughout the process, clear communication and trust were key. With Charles’ specialist knowledge of the Midlands M&A market and whole-of-market insight, both the candidate and client could be confident that the appointment was the right fit.
“Charles knows the market better than anyone and is a true specialist in the Midlands M&A space.”
Review
Just two weeks into the role, the candidate’s reflections have been overwhelmingly positive:
“I feel energised. The team is fantastic, and the company has a great culture. It feels like a long-term home to me.”
For the client, the appointment has brought in a partner who not only strengthens their corporate finance offering but also plays a pivotal role in establishing their presence in Birmingham.
This placement is a clear example of how long-term relationships and deep market knowledge can align to deliver the very best outcome for both client and candidate.