KPMG set to launch Sheffield hub
ACCOUNTANCY firm KPMG has announced plans to create a client hub in Sheffield city centre.
As part of Yorkshire-wide expansion plans the audit and tax advisory firm has signed a lease on space in The Balance on Pinfold Street.
Chris Hearld, KPMG’s north region chairman, said:”We prize a significant and growing client base in Sheffield and the wider South Yorkshire economy.
“Our team spends a great deal of time with the region’s clients at their premises and our hub will complement this, giving us a focal point in the city centre for meetings, for networking with other city professionals and a landing place for global KPMG specialists visiting to work with South Yorkshire organisations.”
KPMG partner Adrian Stone will chair the new client hub, which opens later this year and will be led by director Philippa Sanderson, who joined the firm in 2011 from PwC.
Mr Hearld added: “This senior pairing sees colleagues with close ties to the region dedicating themselves to clients in this market. Adrian is returning to his Sheffield roots after completing national audit leadership roles in London whilst Philippa has worked in this region for over a decade, with an established reputation as a leading tax professional.
Philippa Sanderson commented: “These are exciting times for South Yorkshire, with announcements of growth, investment and empowerment for the local economy making frequent appearances.
“As those of us who work in this diverse economy know; from its heritage steel and engineering businesses to the innovation and knowledge based organisations which stem from vibrant universities, it is a substantial contributor to the potential of the Northern Powerhouse.”
KPMG was advised by the Sheffield office of Knight Frank.
