HW Finance Q2 Market Insights
The UK finance recruitment market continued to navigate a cautious but resilient landscape throughout the second quarter of 2026. While ongoing economic uncertainty has encouraged many organisations to take a more measured approach to hiring, the demand for experienced finance professionals has remained strong, particularly for leaders who can drive transformation, commercial performance and long-term […]
Commerce and Industry Internal Audit Roundtable
Internal audit functions across commerce and industry are facing a perfect storm of new expectations, regulatory change and emerging technologies, all against a backdrop of tightening resources. To explore how audit leaders are responding, HW Finance and Forvis Mazars brought together senior internal auditors in Leeds to share insights on 2026 planning priorities, Provision 29, […]
Why Interim Commercial Finance Talent is Surging in 2026
Over the past six to nine months, we have seen a significant increase in demand for interim resource across commercial finance, projects and FP&A. What might appear to be short term cover is actually strategic hiring. In particular, we are seeing: A higher volume of interim Commercial Finance and FP&A professionals Project led appointments focused […]
Navigating upcoming umbrella company legislation: What finance contractors and clients need to know
IntroductionThe use of umbrella companies within contractor supply chains is changing significantly. These updates will affect both finance contractors and end clients who engage interim talent. With new legislation taking effect from 2026, it is important for both parties to understand what is changing, where risk will sit and how to prepare. What is […]
Financial Services Internal Audit Roundtable – Leeds, May 2025
Financial Services Internal Audit Roundtable – Leeds 2025 In May 2025, HW Finance and BDO LLP hosted our latest Financial Services Internal Audit Roundtable in Leeds. The event brought together senior professionals from across the financial services sector to exchange insights, experiences, and ideas on the challenges and opportunities shaping the internal audit landscape. The […]
Financial Services Internal Audit Roundtable – Manchester, May 2025
In May 2025, HW Finance and BDO LLP hosted our latest Financial Services Internal Audit Roundtable in Manchester. The event brought together senior professionals from across the financial services sector to share perspectives on the challenges and opportunities shaping the internal audit landscape. The discussion highlighted several key themes: Navigating the Regulatory Landscape Operational resilience remains […]
The role of the HR professional in 2025.
The new Labour UK government has wasted no time in unveiling significant reforms to employment rights which will affect workers rights across the UK. So how will this impact the HR strategies for businesses, and more importantly, impact the necessity of HR leads in implementing and communicating changes to policy on top of the emerging […]
Introducing HW Finance – the newest member of the HW Group.
HW Group – an executive search and interim management specialist which serves some of the world’s biggest brands – has launched a new finance division, enabling it to offer a full multi-disciplinary service. HW Finance, as the new business will be known, will be led by a four-strong team who have joined from the Leeds […]
Is 2025 poised to be “The Year of The NED?”
IPO’s and becoming an AIM listed organisation have been critical for investment in technology and fuelling growth for many businesses, especially those of medium size. Whilst 2024 has continued to see a significant reduction in IPO’s and AIM’s listings, 2025 looks poised to be a big year for activity. It seems 2025 looks poised to […]
How diverse is your diverse Non Exec Board?
How diverse is your diverse Non Exec Board? Elevating Board Performance through Comprehensive Diversity – Article written by Pascale Gara. UK listed companies are now mandated to disclose in their annual financial reports that: At least 40% of the board comprises women. At least one senior board position is held by a woman. At least […]