Business advisor recruits ex-Jaguar chief as special consultant

Midlands accountancy and business advisory firm Smith Cooper has recruited the former managing director of Jaguar UK as a specialist consultant.

Geoff Cousins spent 25 years with the vehicle manufacturer before quitting to pursue other interests.

He is now a visiting professor at the University of South Wales, a non-executive director of sports and automotive agency, Performance Communications as well as managing director of his own business consultancy. As a business consultant, he supports SME’s looking to achieve substantial growth ambitions.

Darren Hodson, corporate finance partner at Smith Cooper, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Geoff on board. As a firm, we continue to see an increase in automotive transactions, and our clients continue to value our compelling offering of dedicated, experienced professionals and sector specialisms. It seemed only natural to support this industry expansion by inviting Geoff on board.”

Mr Cousins will therefore play a pivotal role in assisting the firm with its Automotive transactions.

“His high calibre industry expertise will prove invaluable in assisting both Smith Cooper and our clients, assuring we continue to deliver the highest quality service,” added Mr Hodson.