Evolution and Growth for Oxfordshire’s Wellers
Simon Smith takes the helm as Managing Partner
Oxfordshire-based accountancy firm, Wellers, today announced a series of exciting promotions and leadership changes as part of a strategic evolution for the business.
With a remarkable 40-year tenure at Wellers, Simon Smith embodies the firm’s spirit of teamwork and dedication to service.
Simon’s leadership of Wellers’ Banbury office has yielded exceptional results for clients over the years, and he will leverage his extensive experience to guide Wellers through a rapidly changing marketplace.
Simon comments: “I’m thrilled to take on the role of Managing Partner at Wellers. We have achieved a lot in recent years by expanding our client base and adopting new technologies to further enhance our client service delivery. Our personal approach is critical to delivering bespoke advice and services to help and support our clients and I look forward to driving Wellers forward during my tenure as Managing Partner.
“As part of this, I’m excited to announce that we are hiring for several new trainee positions to support our growth. Having joined Wellers as a trainee myself, I know what a great culture we have to nurture and grow new talent and look forward to welcoming the next generation at our firm.”
Wellers Expresses Gratitude to Christina Nawrocki
The firm extends its appreciation to Christina Nawrocki for her outstanding leadership as Managing Partner. Under her guidance, Wellers continued to grow and thrive, promoting new Partners and Associates and establishing a more collaborative decision-making structure. Christina remains a Partner and key figure at Wellers, ensuring a smooth transition and continued contribution to the firm’s future.
Christina comments: “’It has been an incredible opportunity, and a real honour to lead our firm. Having started at Wellers as a graduate trainee and ending up responsible for the firm, it doesn’t get much better than that as far as career progression and life goals go! I have always loved Wellers, and truly believe in the longevity, the potential, and the values of our firm under Simon’s stewardship.”
Promotions to Partner and Associate
Alongside a change in leadership, Wellers is delighted to also announce the promotion of Tom Biggs and Ralph Hearn to Partner, and Mike Webb and Doug Saunders to Associate, respectively. This well-deserved recognition reflects their hard work, dedication, and commitment to the firm’s values.
Together these promotions will strengthen Wellers’ specialities across tax and estate planning, strategic planning, and corporate finance to deliver a for their clients.
Simon concludes: “I’m delighted that my first major announcement as Managing Partner is to appoint Tom and Ralph to Partnership and Mike and Doug to the position of Associate. These promotions are truly well-deserved and are a testament to their contributions to their clients and the firm. I look forward to seeing their careers continue to flourish.”
Alongside exciting promotions, Wellers is now recruiting trainees. Find out how to start your Wellers career.
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