Job Title: Strategic Accountancy Partner Location: Aylesbury Employment Type: Full-Time Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Partner to join a well-established accountancy practice. This is a senior leadership role requiring strategic vision, strong client relationship management and a strong commercial mindset. As a Partner that successful candidate must hold a current practising certificate and will play a critical role in shaping the future of the practice, delivering exceptional service to our clients, and developing the internal team. Key Responsibilities: * Strategic Growth Planning: Develop and implement business development strategies aligned with the firm’s long-term goals, focusing on market penetration and revenue growth. * Commercial Expansion: Identify, evaluate, and execute growth opportunities across service lines (audit, tax, advisory, etc.) and industry verticals. * Client Relationship Management: Cultivate and manage senior-level relationships with prospects and existing clients to drive client retention and account expansion. * Market Intelligence: Conduct competitive analysis and market research to inform strategic decisions and positioning in emerging markets. * Proposal Management: Oversee the development of winning proposals, pitches, and RFP responses tailored to prospective clients' needs. * Financial Oversight: Monitor financial performance, contribute to budget setting and ensure the practice achieves its profitability goals * Team Leadership and Development: Provide mentorship and leadership to managers and staff. Attract, develop and retain high quality talent. * Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure all client work is compliant with the relevant regulatory and professional standards * Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Promote and Implement improvements to systems, processes, and service delivery for greater efficiency and client satisfaction Requirements * Substantial experience at senior manager, director, or partner level within a professional accountancy practice. * Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. * Proven ability to manage a client portfolio and deliver a high standard of service. * Commercially focused with a track record of business development. * In-depth knowledge of compliance, tax, and accounting regulations * Experience of working with SMEs and owner manager businesses. * Proven track record of driving revenue growth and securing high-value clients. * Strong financial acumen and understanding of accounting services. * Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. * Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset and data-driven approach. Desirable: * ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience. * Holds a valid practising certificate (mandatory). What We Offer: * Opportunity to shape and lead strategic growth initiatives * Professional development and advancement opportunities * Salary 60 -80k basic * High percentage Profit Share * Car allowance