Professional services consultancy plants its flag in city centre

Independent professional services consultancy, Barnett Waddingham (BW), has relocated to its new landmark base in Leeds.

The business, which has had one of its nine UK offices in Leeds since 1989, has moved its 180 plus workforce from Pinnacle in Albion Street to the new development in Leeds City Square – City Square House.

It will use the new Leeds HQ to strengthen its footprint across its offering of services including risk, insurance, investment, employee benefits as well as Self-Invested Pensions and Small Self-Administered Schemes.

The company says this working space will support talent retention and BW’s hybrid working policy while promoting employee wellbeing.

City Square House comprises grade A office accommodation over 12-storeys. Close to Leeds Railway Station and overlooking the remodelled City Square, BW’s new office occupies the entire 13,551 sq ft first floor.

Andrew Vaughan, senior partner, said: “Taking a long-term commitment on this exciting new workspace marks a pivotal milestone in our growth journey.

“We’re firmly embedded in the business community, and we are hugely excited to start the next chapter in this vibrant new space.

“BW is committed to investing in its people, and with a formidable team from across the breadth of our offering, we are now intent on increasing our profile in Leeds and the north of England, as we further our ambitious growth strategy.”

Chris Tagg, partner, said: “It was crucial to us to find a new home that aligned with our strong commitment to sustainability and wellbeing, as well as supporting our hybrid-working framework, Worksmart.

“The move to City Square House will bring unique benefits for our staff and clients.”

Ed Spencer, partner, added: “With a long history in Leeds, we have watched as the city centre has undergone vast changes, which are set to continue over the next decade.

“We are excited to be part of that wider regeneration of the city as we move to our new base in this landmark building. We look forward to welcoming our clients to our new office soon.”

BW advises on risk, pensions, investment, insurance, and employee benefit services. The consultancy acts as a partner for a range of clients in both the private and public sectors.