Shabnam Ali-Khan: My career and passion for diversity within law

The legal system is increasingly embracing the value of diverse perspectives, which helps to ensure fairness and justice for all. Shabnam Ali-Khan from Russell-Cooke discusses her background, career and passions within the legal world. Please could you tell us a little bit about your current position? I am Shabnam Ali-Khan, Partner in the Enfranchisement team…

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Residential Property 2022: In review and a look to what lies ahead

By Charlie Davidson, Associate Solicitor in the property department at Bishop & Sewell LLP. Charlie sits down with Stuart Whiter, Associate Portfolio Director at AJ Chambers. He explains first-hand how residential property fared in a 2022 review. Bishop & Sewell is an all-service law firm based in central London. With a particular focus on real…

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Q&A with Steven Burgess, Director at Scrutton Bland

In early January, Steven Burgess, Director at Scrutton Bland, sat down with Scott Golding, Associate Portfolio Director at AJ Chambers. Steven discusses his career to date and the benefits of working at a leading Accountancy firm. Hi Steven, who are you and what do you do? I’m a Director at Scrutton Bland in our audit…

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The benefits of Employee Owned Trusts: Doyle Clayton

In this insightful article, Peter Doyle, CEO of Doyle Clayton, sits down with Shannon Aldis, Recruitment Consultant at AJ Chambers. He explains the benefits of having an Employee Owned Trust and how it creates a sense of togetherness. Please could you give us a bit of background on Doyle Clayton? Founded in 1997, Doyle Clayton…

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Becoming Partner while starting a family: Anne Dwyer, Kreston Reeves

Anne Dwyer, Partner and Head of Audit in London at Kreston Reeves, sat down with Adam Munro, Associate Portfolio Director at AJ Chambers. Anne explains how becoming a Partner at the same time as starting a family can be achievable and successful. Leading an Audit team I am Anne Dwyer, Partner at Kreston Reeves. Leading…

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Accountants share the stories to their success

The 35 Under 35 Accountancy Age winners give their insights into how the industry is evolving, as well as sharing their top tips on how to excel in a competitive environment. Accountancy Age’s 35 under 35 seeks to highlight the rising stars of the accountancy profession, featuring those who have made great professional contributions to the field…

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Company innovation needed to qualify for R&D tax credits

Research & Development Tax Credits allow companies to claim a reduction in their Corporation Tax. For SMEs this reduction can be quite significant. R&D goes on in pretty much every successful company at some point, regardless of its size or sector. Companies must strive for the power of innovation. But where does innovation come from,…

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Leading at Ensors Chartered Accountants

We speak with Zoe Plowman, Associate Partner, about being in a leading position at a respected firms of Chartered Accountants. She reflects on her own career path to bring you more guidance on starting out in this exciting profession. Zoe starter her career with Ensors in 1998. This was after joining the firm as a Student…

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Working at Ensors Chartered Accountants

Previously we detailed how you can join the firm at an entry level by utilising their trainee pathways. In this follow up we talked with Ben Jorge-Luis. Assistant Manager of the Business Services team at Ensor’s Ipswich office. About career progression, working culture, and what you can expect on a regular basis after joining the…

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Training at Ensors Chartered Accountants

“Making you more than just a number”. Ensors Chartered Accountants have a long standing history as one of East Anglia’s most respected firms of Chartered Accountants. For over 130 years, Ensors has been one of the region’s most trusted service providers within the accountancy sector. What is it like to train there? Even now, amidst a…

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