Blog - March 2026

  • The Pre-Bonus Movement: Why Top Performers Move Before Payouts

    Posted on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 by Sally Morrison — 1 comment

    The Pre-Bonus Movement: Why Top Performers Move Before Payouts As we move into April and the Easter break approaches, there’s a noticeable shift across the accountancy recruitment market. Lighter evenings, bank holidays, holiday plans starting to form… and, for many professionals, a rare moment to pause and reflect. And with that reflection often comes a big question: “Do I really want to be here ...

  • Counteroffers: Should You Accept or Walk Away?

    Posted on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 by Sally Morrison — 1 comment

    Understanding the long-term impact of counteroffers in accountancy careers It’s one of the most emotionally charged moments in any professional’s career. You’ve accepted a new opportunity - perhaps an Audit & Accounts Manager role in Eastbourne - and after careful consideration, you’ve made the decision to resign. Then it happens. Your current employer presents a counteroffer. More money. A ...

  • Retained Search Success: Why Timing Matters in Senior Hiring

    Posted on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 by Sally Morrison — 1 comment

    Retained Search Success: Why Timing Matters in Senior Hiring Senior hiring rarely happens at the moment a vacancy appears. In fact, the most successful leadership hires often begin long before a role formally exists. Over the past few months, we’ve been reminded just how important timing can be when securing senior talent - particularly within specialist areas like tax leadership. One recent ...

  • Why March Is a Strategic Month for Hiring in Accountancy Practice

    Posted on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 by Sally Morrison — 4 comments

    March is one of the most underestimated months in the recruitment calendar. On the surface, it feels transitional. Teams are busy. Year-end is approaching. Delivery takes priority. Recruitment often feels like something that can wait until April. But interestingly, March is rarely quiet in the talent market. In fact, it’s often when some of the most important hiring decisions are quietly forming ...