KPMG invests in Birmingham with more than 120 promotions

Business advisory firm, KPMG, has promoted 128 people within its Birmingham office, including 17 new directors, as the firm continues to invest in its largest UK presence outside of the capital.

The new directors are Bethan Jackson-Baker, Dan Burrows, Delight Nyoni, Dzena Hidovic-Rowe, Emma Joynson, Emma Wilkinson, Jenna Ostrowksi, Joseph Finn, Murtaza Hinganghatwala, Paritosh Dagar, Raj Cheema, Rajinder Rai, Rebecca Moult, Sarah Bragg, Stuart Pilgrim, Thomas Swain and Tom Haddon.

Also included in the latest round of promotions are 32 senior managers, 42 managers and 64 assistant managers.

The Birmingham office is home to more than 40 partners and 1,300 staff providing audit, tax and advisory services to business and organisations of all sizes.

Across the Midlands region, which includes KPMG 's Nottingham office, the firm has made 153 promotions in total.

Karl Edge (pictured), Midlands regional chair and Birmingham office senior partner at KPMG, said: “It 's fantastic to see so many of our people recognised for their hard work, dedication and expertise. This investment demonstrates KPMG 's commitment to the Midlands region and it 's also testament to the incredible talent we have locally.

“The last 18 months have brought along both challenges and opportunities and I 'm really proud of how our people have adapted and continued to provide quality advice and tailored solutions to our clients.

“As the focus on economic recovery and growth continues, I know we 're in a great place to invest in our people, help our clients achieve their ambitions and to support our local communities. ”