Audit Partner

Meraki Talent; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Meraki Talent is searching for an Audit Partner for a Chartered Accountancy Firm, based in Edinburgh or Glasgow. The role centers on building out the audit function, scaling the team and client base, and shaping the audit strategy in a collaborative, people‑centric culture.

You will lead growth across commercial, corporate and third sector audit niches while maintaining a strong firm culture and ensuring training and best practices for junior staff as the practice expands.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow the dedicated audit department in line with the firm's ambitious growth plans.
• Lead the development of the commercial, corporate and third sector audit niche, building on existing marketing momentum.
• Shape the audit strategy and formalise the audit function.
• Maintain and strengthen firm culture during rapid growth and potential acquisitions.

Job description

Meraki Talent have been exclusively engaged by an ambitious, growing, Chartered Accountancy Firm company to identify an Audit Partner based either in Edinburgh or Glasgow.

Long term plan:

The firms long term plan is to build out their audit function and capitalise on their current market presence across the Central Belt.

A large part of the role will revolve around:

• Building out the client base via strategic business development efforts
• Building a team around you to deliver on projects
• Creating a collaborative and welcoming environment

Culture is crucial to the partner group, they are eager to maintain a people orientated and collaborative culture, one where all are encouraged to fail through learning along their journeys together, and work together on training and best practice for junior staff members.

Key responsibilities:

• Build and grow the dedicated audit department in line with the firm's ambitious growth plans.
• Lead the development of the commercial, corporate and third sector audit niche, building on existing marketing momentum.
• Shape the audit strategy and formalise the audit function.
• Maintain and strengthen firm culture during rapid growth and potential acquisitions.

What is in it for you?

• Competitive base salary – A generous and market-leading salary that reflects your experience and the value you bring to the practice.
• Opportunity to build and shape the audit function – A rare chance to play a pivotal role in developing and scaling the firm's audit offering, with real autonomy and influence.