By vidhyamunnangi
Publication Date: 2025-11-19 11:46:00
Grant Thornton UK has revealed plans to recruit 160 new partners over the next two years, combining internal promotions with targeted external searches.
Grant Thornton UK currently has 280 partners and 40 partners have been appointed so far this year.
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To support its hiring plan, the firm is working with executive search firms Korn Ferry and Wilton & Bain.
A consulting firm has also been hired to refine the partner selection process and incorporate data-driven performance insights.
This development comes just over six months after the company finalized a transaction with Cinven.
The transaction marks a shift in Grant Thornton UK’s approach to its partnership model, moving away from traditional structures.
Recent months have seen increased investment in both talent and technology across the business, including data and digital skills training designed for staff at all levels.
Grant Thornton UK also introduced new employee reward schemes such as an Employee Benefits Trust and an additional bonus earlier this year.
The revised partnership model features a combination of short-term and long-term incentive rewards. According to the company, this approach results in compensation for partners that is typically 50% above market rates.
The model is complemented by incorporation and development programs designed for new members.
Attention is also being paid to hiring at the director level.
Malcolm Gomersall, CEO of Grant Thornton UK, said: “2025 has been a transformative year for our business as we reimagine what the multi-disciplinary professional services partnership of the future should look like – combining equity ownership with external investment from Cinven to unlock unprecedented competitiveness.
“We have an exceptionally ambitious growth plan and know that our strong brand, unique operating model and industry-leading quality will continue to drive our momentum in the years ahead.”
