Business Details
17 Years
experience
Specialist Recruitment for Accountancy, Legal & Finance Roles
Established in 2009, William Scott Associates is a specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated to connecting top-tier talent with opportunities in accountancy, legal, and commercial finance sectors. Our direct search methodology and extensive global network enable us to identify and attract high-calibre professionals, from newly qualified to director level, across the UK, North America, Australia, and Europe.We prioritise integrity, transparency, and client satisfaction, offering tailored services that align with the unique needs of both candidates and employers. Our team's deep industry expertise and commitment to ethical practices have solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in executive and professional recruitment.
Services
Accountancy Recruitment
Legal Recruitment
Commercial Finance Recruitment
CV Advisory Service
International Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We utilise a direct search approach to identify high-calibre candidates globally.
- Our team has over 18 years of executive recruitment expertise in finance and legal sectors.
- We serve clients across 4 continents, including Big 4 firms and tech innovators.
- Our CV advisory service optimises applications for applicant tracking systems.
- We maintain long-term relationships with clients in niche sectors like biotech and cloud technology.
Services
Accountancy Recruitment
We specialise in placing accountancy professionals in external audit, internal audit, corporate finance, and IT audit roles across top UK firms and Big 4 practices in Australia. Our candidates range from newly qualified to director level, supported by a direct search approach that ensures access to elite talent pools. Clients benefit from our sector-specific expertise and understanding of evolving regulatory landscapes.
Legal Recruitment
Our legal recruitment division sources candidates for private practice and in-house roles, including senior associates, patent attorneys, and legal counsel positions. We serve UK-based commerce and industry clients, offering tailored solutions that align with organisational needs. Our consultants leverage deep market knowledge to match legal professionals with opportunities that suit their expertise and career goals.
Commercial Finance Recruitment
We recruit qualified accountants for commercial finance roles from finance manager to finance director level across technology, financial services, and pharmaceutical sectors. Our consultants combine technical and commercial insights to identify leaders who drive financial strategy and operational success. Clients include biotech firms, telecom providers, and cloud technology companies seeking strategic financial expertise.
CV Advisory Service
Our CV advisory service ensures applications meet industry standards and pass applicant tracking systems. We refine content structure, keyword relevance, and presentation to highlight candidates' strengths. Priced at 49 for experienced hires, this service enhances visibility to top employers while offering optional LinkedIn profile optimisation for an additional 15.
International Recruitment
We facilitate international placements in accountancy and finance roles across Australia, Europe, and North America. Our network supports candidates seeking opportunities with global firms, including Big 4 audit teams in Melbourne and Brisbane. Clients gain access to cross-border talent pipelines, with expertise in navigating visa requirements and regional market dynamics.
People
Leo Ketchin
Director
Leo founded William Scott Associates in 2009 after 18 years in executive recruitment, including roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers and Robert Walters plc. He specialises in senior finance and legal placements across financial services, technology, and business services sectors.
Rebecca Moore
Senior Consultant
Rebecca combines chartered accounting experience from PwC with industry expertise as a former Financial Controller at Costa Coffee. She advises on commercial finance roles, leveraging technical knowledge and leadership in team development and systems implementation.
Elizabeth Tabor
Project Manager
Elizabeth manages office operations and candidate placements, drawing on nine years at Citywire Financial Publishers. She specialises in placing accountancy professionals into top UK and European audit firms, with expertise in relationship management and candidate development.
Questions
What sectors do you specialise in?
We focus on accountancy, legal, and commercial finance roles across technology, financial services, biotech, and professional services sectors.
Do you operate internationally?
Yes, we place candidates in the UK, North America, Australia, and Europe, with specialist teams in Big 4 audit firms and global corporations.
How does your CV advisory service work?
We review and optimise CVs for applicant tracking systems, ensuring keyword relevance and professional presentation to enhance interview prospects.
What experience levels do you cater to?
We recruit from newly qualified professionals up to director-level executives across all our specialisms.
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