S&W appoints Birmingham tax partner

Professional services group S&W has strengthened its business tax team with the appointment of James Wright as partner in Birmingham.

James brings extensive experience advising UK and multinational businesses on tax matters including corporate structuring, international tax, transactions and compliance.

He said: “I’m delighted to be joining S&W at such an exciting time for the firm. 

“Throughout my career I’ve focused on helping businesses tackle their most significant tax challenges, from navigating international tax changes to supporting major transactions and restructuring. 

“S&W’s growth, ambition and collaborative culture really resonated with me, and I look forward to working with colleagues across the firm to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients.”

James joins the firm with a strong track record supporting organisations across multiple sectors, helping them navigate complex tax environments and align tax strategies with their wider business objectives.

Stephen Drew, regional managing partner at S&W, added: “James will be an invaluable addition to our growing presence in the Midlands. 

“His deep technical expertise and ability to work closely with clients on complex tax matters aligns perfectly with our ambition to strengthen the services we provide across the region. 

“I’m very much looking forward to working with James as he joins us in our Birmingham office.”

Mark Webb, head of business tax at S&W, added: “James is a fantastic addition to our rapidly expanding business tax team in Birmingham. 

“His depth of technical expertise, combined with his experience working with complex and high‑profile clients, strengthens our ability to support businesses across the UK and internationally. 

“We are thrilled to welcome him to S&W and look forward to the valuable contribution he will make to our clients and our continued growth.”

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