EY names new Midlands tax partner

Global tax, assurance, transaction and advisory services firm EY has appointed a new Midlands-based partner.

James Keane becomes partner in the company’s tax team and will work across the East and West Midlands.

Working with the firm’s global compliance and reporting (GCR) team, Keane will advise clients on tax transformation and automation.

Keane, who previously held a similar role with another Big 4 firm, joins EY’s growing leadership team at its Midlands regional practice, which employs over 900 people. 

He said: “I am delighted to join EY’s GCR tax team in the Midlands.

“I’m passionate about helping clients to understand how digital technologies can transform their tax compliance to become a more seamless and efficient process, as well as enabling our clients to react faster to regulatory changes.

“EY’s focus on exceptional client service including its commitment to bringing market-leading transformative technology to its clients is what has drawn me to the firm. I am looking forward to being part of the team and supporting its fast-paced expansion.”

Linda Marston-Weston, head of tax at EY in the Midlands, added: “Our Midlands tax practice continues to grow in all areas and it’s wonderful to welcome onboard James who will strengthen our compliance and transformation offering to clients in the region. We continue to recruit across all levels and specialisms and we will soon be announcing further senior appointments as part of our ongoing expansion of our thriving Midlands tax team.”