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Location: Smailes Goldie Watson North Yorkshire Offices
Company: Smailes Goldie
Roles: 1 full time – permanent position available
Full Time: 36.25 hours per week
Salary: Dependent on Experience starting from £70,000 up to £100,000
The Opportunity
At Smailes Goldie, we are proud of our heritage, our strong local relationships, and the way we support our clients and each other. We believe in building long-term partnerships, offering practical advice, and creating an environment where people can thrive.
We are now looking for a Director to take ownership of our Smailes Goldie Watson offices, someone who shares our values, leads with integrity, and is passionate about delivering a high-quality, personal service.
This is a key leadership role for a general practice specialist who enjoys working closely with clients, developing people, and contributing to the continued success of a collaborative and forward-thinking firm.
The Role
- Take overall responsibility for the Smailes Goldie Watson offices, ensuring strong performance while maintaining our supportive and inclusive culture.
- Develop trusted, long-standing relationships with clients, understanding their businesses and supporting their ambitions.
- Provide clear, practical advice across accounts, tax, and business matters.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team where individuals feel valued, supported, and encouraged to grow.
- Foster a collaborative working environment, both within the sites and across the wider firm.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of Smailes Goldie, helping shape our future while respecting our values and heritage.
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About You
- ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified (or equivalent).
- A well-rounded general practitioner with strong experience across accounts, tax, and advisory.
- Someone who takes pride in building genuine, long-term client relationships.
- A people-focused leader who is approachable, supportive, and leads by example.
- Commercially aware, with a balanced approach to client service and business success.
- Aligned with our values: Professional, Proud, Passionate and in doing the right thing.
Business Development & Growth
- Build and strengthen relationships with local professional contacts—including solicitors, banks, and land agents across North Yorkshire—to generate new work across accounts, audit, payroll, and tax services.
- Take an active role in networking and representing the firm within the local business community.
- Develop relationships with smaller accountancy firms to introduce and promote Smailes Goldie’s advisory offering (working closely with internal specialists).
- Contribute to the growth of the Smailes Goldie Watson sites, with a focus on sustainable, relationship-led business development.
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Why Join Us?
- A leadership role with real autonomy and influence.
- A firm that genuinely values its people and relationships.
- A collaborative, supportive leadership team.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
How To Apply
If you are looking for a role where you can build relationships, lead a team, and make a meaningful impact within a firm that values people as much as performance, we would love to hear from you.
Send your CV and a cover letter to donnabrasier@smailesgoldie.co.uk
Deadline for applications: Friday 17th July 2026
Smailes Goldie is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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