Shaw Gibbs bolsters presence with Alliotts merger

Shaw Gibbs, the accountants and business advisory group, has merged with Alliotts LLP, boosting its presence in London and Surrey and resulting in a practice of almost 500 people.

The two companies joining forces will lead to offices in Oxford, Basingstoke, Bristol, Farnham, Guildford, Liss, London, Sutton, Teddington, Thame, Northampton, and Winchester.

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Shaw Gibbs said it would "propel the firm within the market, with the expectation that we will reach top 30 status in the next 12-18 months".

Alliotts has 14 partners and 100 people offering a full range of accountancy services. Its specialist teams also advise on business strategy and corporate finance. A strong media team and China Desk are amongst its niche offerings.

“Joining forces with Shaw Gibbs allows us access to greater investment in technology and to a broader and deeper pool of specialist talent. We have a shared ethos of providing highly personalised quality advice and services to clients," said Stephen Meredith, chairperson for Alliotts

Peter O’Connell, CEO for Shaw Gibbs added: "Alliotts ‘finesse-led’ approach is clear in the way that they run their business, their approach to ESG and, the great emphasis they place on understanding their clients individual and business needs.

"By joining forces with Alliotts, we are bringing together two firms with a shared vision of delivering exceptional service and treating our people, our stakeholders and each other with respect. They bring an impressive experienced senior team to the Shaw Gibbs Group, and I look forward to working with them."