What our clients say
"Our clients are typically fast growing and successful organisations who are seeking to maximise their growth. By working with Smith & Williamson, who are strongly focused on entrepreneurial and growth businesses, we are partnering with one of the leading firms in the market. Together, we will make more businesses aware of the opportunities for increased efficiency and profitability that our model for international expansion can provide."
Neal Gandhi, CEO of Quickstart Global
"I work with Smith & Williamson because of their enthusiasm, energy and expertise. For an entrepreneur, they offer far more than just accountancy and tax advice; it's really refreshing to see accountants adding real value and going out of their way to help their clients grow."
Mike Southon, Financial Times columnist and co-author of 'The Beermat Entrepreneur' and other best-selling business books
"We appointed Smith & Williamson last year and we have been incredibly impressed with the level of support we have received. They are not just a firm of accountants but an extension of our business, interested in the success and growth of our company. While our business grows it is crucial that our accountants can grow with us and I have no doubt that Smith & Williamson will be able to meet every one of our future demands."
Piers Daniell, CEO, Fluidata
"Smith & Williamson have developed a clear understanding of our business and financial needs over many years. As well as providing us with audit and corporate tax services, they have also advised on key strategic planning issues when required.”
David Sproxton, Executive Chairman, Aardman Animations Ltd
“We appointed Smith & Williamson in place of our former “Big 4” firm. The experience has been enlightening and the service exemplary. There is simply no comparison.”
Richard Williams, Managing Director, Azure Property Investments SA
"We were impressed by the professionalism and creativity of the team. We could not have done the deal without them."
Martin Hunt, Chief Executive, Blue Diamond
"They put up a strong team and we were delighted with the level of support and commitment and especially the quality of the advice. They focused on our needs, showed a good understanding of our objectives and provided value for money."
Brian Gosschalk, CEO, MORI
"The team listened to us. They understood the sector. Their approach was proactive and innovative, taking account of our specific needs. They reduced our time commitment and achieved a successful outcome for all shareholders. We were very pleased with their performance"
John Hemphill, CEO of SPC
"Without them we would not have had a deal - they made it happen."
Trevor Piggott, Chairman, UK Lift Company
"The team at Smith & Williamson has provided invaluable advice throughout our relationship. We look forward to continuing to work with them."
Bob Cole, Managing Director of Holloway White Allom
"Brian Livingston, Amanda Phillips and their team at Smith & Williamson provided clear strategic advice, had an excellent relationship with the company and achieved the tight timetable. Simply put, they did what they said they would."
Nick Burtt, Managing Director, Valvecare Engineering Limited
"It is always refreshing at the early stage of a relationship with new advisers to find that they have clearly understood your objectives, your company and the industry that you work in."
Jonathan Butterfield, Managing Director of Re-Think Group plc
"I doubt if anyone other than Smith & Williamson, and their M&A International colleagues, could have delivered this transaction. They are one of the few corporate finance houses that specialise in the mid-market with truly international capabilities."
David Raff, Partner, DLA Piper regarding Smith & Williamson's role in the re-financing of Babel Media Limited
