Accountancy and business advisory firm BDO has announced the promotion of 75 people across the South West region.<\/p>\n
This includes the appointment of John Critchley-Roper as a business services and outsourcing partner at the firm\u2019s Bristol office.<\/p>\n
In total, the firm has promoted over 2,200 people across its UK offices, including 29 newly promoted partners across its Audit, Tax, Consulting, Risk & Outsourcing, and Deals business areas effective from 1 November 2026.<\/p>\n
Critchley-Roper, who joined BDO as a graduate in 2006, has worked his way up through the ranks, spending the last 10 years in the Business Services & Outsourcing team. He focuses primarily on international and high-growth businesses, helping to lead on the development of BDO\u2019s Global Business Services offering. He supports clients to enter new markets and build scalable finance operations, bringing together accounting, payroll, tax compliance and reporting across multiple countries. A key part of his role is simplifying international growth for finance leaders by providing one coordinated relationship across BDO’s international network, while helping them retain control and visibility as their businesses expand.<\/p>\n
He said: \u201cI\u2019m thrilled to be joining BDO\u2019s partner team and look forward to growing our business, while continuing to help clients enter new markets and navigate the complexities of operating internationally.\u201d<\/p>\n
The firm\u2019s commitment to regional growth this year also includes the appointment of Owen Burn as tax partner to lead the South West and Thames Valley VAT practice, with Sandra Thompson also relocating from the firm\u2019s London office to take up a partner position in the region\u2019s audit team.<\/p>\n
Andrea Bishop, regional managing partner at BDO in the South West and Thames Valley, commented: \u201cWe are a people-powered business, with a strong commitment to attracting, developing, engaging and retaining talented individuals, by giving them the opportunity to learn, grow and unlock their potential.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs we continue to grow as a firm, we remain committed to helping people succeed within an inclusive and supportive environment. The latest round of promotions reflect that focus and I want to congratulate each and every individual on their achievements this year.\u201d<\/p>\n
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