Associate Director within the Business Services division of a highly reputable Accountancy firm Your new company I am currently working with a highly renowned and long-standing Accountancy Firm in Manchester City Centre who are keen to appoint an Associate Director within the Business Services division. This firm services multi-generation family businesses, as well as clients across a variety of industries and varied in company size. This is an opportunity to join a highly successful and long-standing department, who have a portfolio ready to hand over, as well as being part of the firm's future succession plans. Your new role You will join an experienced Director team who have all amassed an excellent tenure with the firm. You will support the Director team in the managing and delivery of their portfolio, as well as supporting the Business Services team on a daily basis and the development of advisory skills. You will be part of the future succession planning of an independent firm who are looking to find their next generation of Partners. What you'll need to succeed You will need to display the attributes of a future leader, and lead from the front both internally and externally. You will have excellent management skills, and the ability to support and mentor the wider Business Services team. You will be able to recognise opportunities to up-sell to clients, whilst ensuring client service is at the forefront of your delivery. In future, you will have the ability to develop business, network and win new business for the firm, and have a direct impact on your own / the wider team's portfolio. What you'll get in return You will have the opportunity to work for a market-leading advisory firm, who prioritise their staff work-life balance. There will be both hybrid working available, and flexible working hours. 35 hour working week. Ongoing technical and personal development programmes throughout your career. Connection to a wider international network of accountancy firms. Free parking is available on site. Generous holiday allowance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Natasha at Hays Public Practice on 0161 237 3388. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4570405