Big four financial services firm EY has appointed a new Midlands managing partner.
Adrian Roberts has taken over the post from Simon O'Neill who has been in the role since 2017 but has recently taken on a new post as deputy assurance service line leader.
Mr Roberts joined EY as a graduate of University of Birmingham in 1997 and was admitted to the partnership in 2009.
He has held various leadership positions including head of audit quality for the 海角视频&I and partner sponsor for EY's Entrepreneur Of The Year programme in the Midlands.
He also has broad international experience, gained from both a secondment in Seattle and through his audit partner roles on global accounts.
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Mr Roberts has deep experience of working with private and mid-market companies across a range of industries.
His appointment comes as the firm's Birmingham office prepares to relocate next year to a new home on the Paradise estate, after spending 20 years at One Colmore Square.
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He said: "I'm incredibly proud to have been appointed to this role to lead our business in the Midlands.
"We have exceptional talent across the region, with over 1,200 colleagues and 55 partners based in our Birmingham office.
"With the help of this team, I'm confident that we will continue to grow the business, create fulfilling careers for our people and provide exceptional service to our clients.
"I'm also looking forward to the move to our new office in 2026 at Three Chamberlain Square.
"This is testament to our continued investment in the region and will place EY at the heart of the Midlands business community for years to come.
"Finally, I'd like to take this opportunity to thank Simon for his leadership over the past eight years, during a period which has seen EY achieve significant growth and make a positive contribution across the region."
Mr O'Neill added: "As an EY 'lifer', Adrian brings a remarkable blend of expertise, dedication and vision to the role of Midlands managing partner.
"Under Adrian's leadership, I have no doubt that our Midlands' practice will continue to go from strength to strength."