Average Audit Partner salary in the UK

This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded Audit Partner to join a respected independent firm known for its entrepreneurial culture, hands on leadership, and strong commitment to quality. You'll drive audit growth, build market presence, strengthen client relationships, and provide strategic leadership across a national or regional audit function.Client DetailsOur client is a well established independent accountancy practice recognised for delivering high quality audit, advisory, and compliance services to a broad range of entrepreneurial and owner managed businesses. They combine the capability of a national firm with the agility and personal touch of an independent practice, offering a supportive, relationship driven culture backed by approachable partners, modern systems, and strong technical infrastructure.DescriptionYou'll play a strategic leadership role in driving the growth and development of the audit practice, working closely with partners and senior stakeholders to shape market strategy and deliver high quality audit services. The position involves business development, market engagement, leadership of high value client relationships, oversight of audit quality, and the ongoing development of a strong audit team.Your focus will be on expanding the audit portfolio, elevating the firm's market profile, and ensuring excellence in client delivery while fostering a collaborative, high performing culture.Key Responsibilities* Lead, grow, and develop the audit function, setting the strategic direction for future expansion* Drive business development, building and converting a strong pipeline of new opportunities* Strengthen and manage senior level relationships with clients and intermediaries* Provide high quality technical insight and commercial guidance across a varied client portfolio* Collaborate with fellow partners to support firm wide strategy, culture, and growth* Champion audit quality, risk management, and compliance with professional standards* Mentor and develop team members, fostering progression and excellence* Represent the firm at networking and market facing events to enhance brand visibilityProfile* ACA/ACCA qualified with extensive experience in Audit & Assurance* Proven track record at Partner, Director, or equivalent senior level* Strong business development capability and confidence in a market facing role* Excellent communicator with the ability to build trusted senior level relationships* Commercially astute, strategic, and able to influence firm wide direction* Passionate about developing people and building high performing teams* Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive leadership style, and collaborative approachJob Offer* Highly competitive remuneration package with equity or profit sharing potential* Flexible working options* Clear strategic influence and leadership responsibility across the audit function* Supportive, entrepreneurial culture with hands on partners* Regular progression and performance reviews* Pension scheme and enhanced benefits* Modern office environment with a friendly, collaborative team culture* Opportunities to shape service lines, drive business growth, and build a national presence

We’re seeking an accomplished Audit Partner to join our clients leadership team in Leeds and drive the next stage of their Audit practice’s growth. This strategic, market-facing leadership role is designed for a dynamic professional who thrives on building lasting business relationships, developing market presence, and identifying and converting new opportunities. Open to applications from Senior Managers, Directors and Partners.Day-to-day of the role:Lead, develop, and grow the Audit function nationally, setting the strategic direction for future expansion.Build and nurture senior-level relationships with clients, prospects, and intermediaries to drive top-line growth.Actively engage the market to identify and convert new business opportunities.Deliver exceptional service and commercial insight across a diverse client base.Collaborate with the Partner group to contribute to firm-wide leadership, culture, and strategy.Mentor and develop high-performing teams, fostering excellence and progression.Required Skills & Qualifications:ACA/ACCA qualified, with a minimum of 10 years’ progressive experience in Audit & Assurance, including at least 5 years at Partner or equivalent level.A strong track record in business development and client relationship management.Outstanding communication, presentation, and leadership skills.A strategic mindset, commercial acumen, and genuine passion for growth.An entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to inspire and lead teams nationally.What’s in it for you?Equity/Profit Sharing Potential - A true partnership opportunity for the right individual.Growth Platform - Be part of a high-performing leadership team with clear ambitions to double in size, supported by investment and a strong strategic plan.Strategic Leadership - Full scope to shape the Audit service line nationally and influence firm-wide growth.Collaborative Culture - Work alongside approachable, entrepreneurial leaders who value innovation, integrity, and teamwork.National Reach, Local Spirit - Enjoy the best of both worlds: the scale and resources of a national firm, with the agility and culture of an independent practice.Award-Winning Reputation This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic, forward-thinking firm at an exciting stage of its growth journey. As Audit Partner, you’ll have the platform and influence to shape the direction of our clients Audit practice, build lasting client impact, and play a defining role in the firm’s continued growth.

Audit Partner – ScotlandiMultiply is engaged with a respected and fast-growing Accountancy firm, enjoying an exciting phase of strategic growth. To support this momentum, they are looking to welcome an inspiring senior leader who can shape and elevate their Audit presence across Scotland. This is a senior leadership position, ideal for an experienced Audit Director ready to step up, or an established Audit Partner deeply connected to the Scottish market. The successful candidate will bring both credibility and ambition, alongside the drive to build and grow a thriving audit portfolio, supported by a committed senior leadership team.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the growth agenda by designing and delivering an effective client acquisition and business development strategy.Accelerate the firm’s market footprint by driving expansion of the audit practice and strengthening its competitive position.Develop the next generation of leaders, mentoring and coaching senior audit professionals and fostering a robust talent pipeline.Champion a high-performance culture, reinforcing accountability, integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement across the function.The CandidateExtensive experience in senior external audit roles within practice or professional services.Strong technical expertise with confidence in advising on complex and high-profile audit matters.A proven ability to influence audit quality, methodology, and best practice.A track record of successfully developing teams and scaling an audit portfolio through strong relationship-building and commercial insightThe RoleA leadership role with the autonomy to shape the future of the audit practice and work closely with the senior leadership team on strategic direction.Rewards and recognition are aligned directly to impact and contribution.The platform of a growing, ambitious firm committed to investment and expansion.An entrepreneurial environment where your decisions will have a clear, visible influence on the firm’s success.iMultiply is committed to diversity and will promote diversity for all employees, workers and applicants. iMultiply will treat everyone equally and will not discriminate on the grounds of an individual's 'protected characteristic’. If you like the look of this vacancy and think you could perform the role, but, you don't think you meet all the requirements, please DO APPLY for this opportunity. Data shows that certain groups, mainly women and people from Black and Minority communities, are less likely to apply for jobs where they don't meet 100% of role requirements. iMultiply would encourage you to apply for roles where there is room for development and growth. For further information and a confidential chat, please contact Gareth Spowart.