BHP has recognised the strength of talent, potential and dedication within its business by promoting more than 70 people as part of its continued growth drive.
The 71 promotions* across the leading independent accountancy firm feature five director appointments including the creation of a new audit quality director role.
More than 30 of the firm’s trainees have also advanced to the next level of their Association of Taxation Technicians (ATT) qualification.
The new directors include Aaron Lowery, from the Leeds office, who becomes a corporate finance director; and Amanda Townsend, Charles Evers and Julie Hahn, from the Sheffield office, who become Head of Audit Operations, director transaction services and director of digital finance respectively.
Claire Hodgkinson, who is located within BHP’s Chesterfield office, is the new director, taking up the new role of audit quality director, which will see her focus on ensuring quality and innovation throughout the audit process and team.
BHP has also promoted colleagues from across its service lines including six senior managers, three managers, five assistant managers, a financial planner and a brand creative design lead; recognising the important role all its people and areas of the business play in successfully supporting clients and colleagues.
Karen Arch, chief people officer at BHP, said: “People are a business’s biggest strength and at BHP we believe in creating an environment where everyone can not only thrive, but feel empowered to deliver work which makes a real difference to clients.
“As a result of this approach, we are able to nurture and grow the right talent who are able to offer trusted advice, now and in the future, to organisations and businesses who are navigating our ever-changing economy.”
Lisa Leighton, joint CEO at BHP, said: “2025 has been a landmark year for BHP. We have continued to grow, supporting more businesses and organisations than ever with expert advice, relocated our Sheffield team to a new city-centre office, and welcomed a record number of new trainees. It’s important that we always remember what is enabling this success, and that is our people.
“We are thrilled to see 71 colleagues’ hard work and effort recognised by these deserved promotions. I look forward to working with all of them as we continue to deliver a real impact in our business and on behalf of our clients, enabling us all to thrive in the current ever-evolving business landscape.”
