Associate Partner

Hybrid (North Yorkshire – Harrogate Area)

£65k + Bonus + Benefits

Are you a Senior Client Manager ready to step up, or a seasoned Partner looking for a new challenge in a progressive, client-centric environment?

We’re exclusively recruiting an Associate Partner for a growing and forward-thinking accountancy practice with a company wide 4 day working week. This is a strategic leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives on client relationships, values integrity, and wants to make a real impact.

Why This Role?

You’ll play a pivotal part in shaping the future of the practice, leading complex client engagements, mentoring high-performing teams, and contributing to the overall growth of the business. This is more than a client-facing role—it’s an opportunity to influence direction, drive commercial success, and help define what great looks like.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Acting as a trusted advisor to a portfolio of key clients, ensuring excellent service delivery across accounting, audit, and advisory
• Leading and inspiring a team of finance professionals, ensuring development, motivation, and high standards
• Driving business development—attending networking events, identifying new opportunities, and contributing to strategic growth
• Taking ownership of multiple engagements, ensuring high quality, compliance, and value-add for clients
• Playing an active role in the leadership team—shaping internal processes, mentoring colleagues, and influencing future strategy

What You’ll Bring:

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with extensive experience in a practice environment
• A proven track record of managing and growing client relationships across sectors
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify new revenue streams and drive business performance
• Experience of leading teams and managing complex engagements to a high standard
• A collaborative leadership style with a genuine desire to support others to succeed

What’s On Offer:

• A clear pathway to Partner level and a seat at the leadership table
• A culture where your voice counts, your work is valued, and your future is supported
• A flexible working environment and commitment to professional development
• Competitive salary + bonus structure, alongside long-term progression prospects

This is a rare opportunity to join a modern practice where you can truly shape your future and that of your clients. If you’re ambitious, values-led, and ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.