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Wilson Partners, a Berkshire-based accountancy firm, has expanded into the North West with the acquisition of a company based in Nantwich. The acquisition of Afford Bond, for an undisclosed sum, takes Wilson Partners’ revenues to around £50 million.
In addition to growing Wilson Partners’ revenues, the deal also increases the company’s total staff headcount to around 460 and adds new offices in Nantwich, Manchester and Wilmslow to its growing UK footprint.
Wilson Partners has already built strong coverage across the South of England, with the latest acquisition described as representing a critical milestone in its national growth strategy as it seeks to move into the North West market.
Afford Bond, which has roots dating back to the 1920s, was described by Wilson Partners’ Allan Wilson as “a highly respected firm with a proud history and a strong presence in the North West.”
Wilson continued: “This acquisition marks our first move northwards and is a significant step in the evolution of Wilson Partners as a national firm. We share a common focus on quality, client service and long term relationships, which makes this a very natural fit.”
Wilson Partners, which is based in Maidenhead, has experienced rapid growth over recent years, combining targeted acquisitions with organic growth to build a business with broad advisory capabilities and strong regional roots.
Founded in 2008, the company secured backing to finance its push to establish itself as a top 20 firm in 2021. Since then, it has completed 11 acquisitions, increasing its revenue more than tenfold.
Wilson Partners now has locations in Cambridge, Exeter, Maidenhead, Manchester, Nantwich, Newton Abbott, Oakham, Plymouth, Reading, Sevenoaks, Stellenbosch, Tonbridge, Wilmslow and Woking, serving a nationwide base of SMEs, private individuals and private equity investors.
Adam Wardle, Wilson Partners’ Head of M&A, said: “Reaching c.£50m in revenue is an important milestone, but our focus has always been on building a firm with the right people, culture and capabilities. Expanding into the North West with Afford Bond is a significant step in our journey and strengthens our ability to support clients across the UK.”
Post-acquisition, Afford Bond will continue to operate from its existing offices, with the current leadership team remaining in place, ensuring continuity for clients and staff.
Afford Bond director, Peter O’Malley, said: “Afford Bond has been part of the North West business community for nearly a century, so it was important for us to join a firm that genuinely respects our history, our people and our clients.”
“Wilson Partners shares those values and brings the scale and ambition that will allow us to continue to grow while maintaining the service our clients expect.”
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