UK professional services: companies to watch
100 UK companies in order of what public sources say they did between 1 Aug 2026 and 29 Oct 2026: funding, hires, launches, jobs, filings and mentions. Open any company to see the evidence and where it came from.
Top 10 1 to 10
- 1SLR Consultingslrconsulting.comScore 66
SLR Consulting is a global environmental and sustainability consultancy. It offers advisory, engineering and technical services, plus software products, to business, regulatory and government clients in several regions.
- 24 roles posted since 1 Aug, 3 at head-of level or above, 19 marked UK and 5 with no place (58 more listed abroad, not counted)
- Acquisition reported
- CTO appointment reported
- Named in 3 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Director appointed: Matthew Carl, Mr. Willies
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need finance system migration and data reconciliation tooling and services to fold acquired businesses into its Deltek Vantagepoint finance setup, suggested by a reported acquisition and an advert for a finance integration manager.strongFinance and accountingAn Australian acquisition was reported in August and the company is hiring a manager for its acquisition integration programme, with data migration, reconciliations and standard processes in the advert. This suggests it may look for outside tools or services to support migrations and reporting checks.Who would buy it: Head of Finance OperationsWhat could help: Data migration and reconciliation tools, Deltek-compatible consulting and implementation partners, finance reporting and consolidation software, process documentation and training toolsBased on: Acquisition reported, 4 Aug 2026; advert for Finance Integration & Systems Manager, posted 23 Oct 2026; role posted: Finance Integration & Systems Manager, 23 Oct 2026
- May need customer onboarding, training and product adoption software to support the growth of its Tyton ecological monitoring platform, suggested by the advert for a customer success lead.moderateCustomer success and supportThe advert describes a first customer success lead for Tyton, covering training, onboarding and feedback into the product as it expands from Australia to global use. A new customer success function may look for tooling to run it.Who would buy it: Head of Tyton / Digital Product LeadWhat could help: Customer success platforms, in-app guidance and training tools, product analytics, CRM and support desk softwareBased on: advert for Customer Success Lead - TytonAI/EI, posted 12 Oct 2026; Acquisition reported, 4 Aug 2026
- May need data, cloud and AI platform capability for its digital products after a data executive was named as chief technology officer.tentativeData and analyticsA reported CTO appointment in September and the AI-based Tyton platform suggest technology direction may be changing. Cloud analytics and imagery processing may call for outside platforms or partners.Who would buy it: Chief Technology OfficerWhat could help: Cloud data platforms, machine learning operations tooling, geospatial and imagery processing services, data engineering partnersBased on: CTO appointment reported, 17 Sep 2026; advert for Customer Success Lead - TytonAI/EI, posted 12 Oct 2026; its own homepage
The evidence (5)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemOn its own site, 4 Aug 2026: SLR acquires Hydrobiology
On its own site, 21 Oct 2026: SLR acquires Spectrum Ecology & Spatial
Reported by mergerloop.com.au on 12 Aug 2026: SLR Consulting Australia / Spectrum Ecology & Spatial and Millcrest Environmental Technology (WA-55034) — ACCC merger review - LeadershipCTO appointment reportedReport a problemReported by businesschief.com on 17 Sep 2026: SLR Consulting Names Data Executive as Newest CTO
- New directorDirector appointed: Matthew Carl, Mr. WilliesReport a problemCompanies House filing, 2 Oct 2026
- Hiring24 roles posted since 1 Aug, 3 at head-of level or above, 19 marked UK and 5 with no place (58 more listed abroad, not counted)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 28 Oct 2026
- AI assistantsNamed in 3 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK engineering consultancies and design firms are growing fastest?": 3 of 6
- 2Node4node4.co.ukScore 50
Node4 is a UK managed IT services provider. It sells cloud and hybrid hosting, networks and cybersecurity, ERP and CRM (Microsoft Dynamics 365) consulting, data and AI services and managed support to businesses.
- 13 roles posted since 1 Aug
- CEO appointment reported
- 1 public contract awarded, largest £556k
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need monitoring, incident management and change-governance tooling for its 24x7 Derby network operations centre, as the NOC team leader advert suggests.moderateIT and infrastructureThe advert describes a team leader running onshore and offshore NOC teams, with out-of-hours changes under strict governance. A seller of monitoring, ticketing or runbook automation could fit as it works to reduce incident demand.Who would buy it: Head of Network and Security PracticeWhat could help: Network monitoring and observability platforms, IT service management and ticketing software, runbook and change automation, shift scheduling toolsBased on: advert for NOC - Team Leader (Network and Security Practice), posted 21 Sep 2026; role posted: NOC - Team Leader (Network and Security Practice), 21 Sep 2026
- May need demand generation, content and events support, as it adds marketing and sales roles after a new CEO appointment.strongMarketing and brandA new chief executive was reported in September and the news talks of a next phase of growth. Since August it has posted a marketing executive and several business development, account manager and presales roles, which suggests a push on pipeline.Who would buy it: Marketing DirectorWhat could help: Marketing automation, intent data and lead generation services, content and event agencies, sales engagement and CRM toolsBased on: CEO appointment reported, 15 Sep 2026; TheBusinessDesk: Node4 appoints chief executive as it targets next phase of growth, 15 Sep 2026; role posted: Marketing Exec, 16 Oct 2026; advert for Marketing Exec, posted 16 Oct 2026; role posted: Business Development Executive, 28 Sep 2026; role posted: Business Development Manager, 22 Sep 2026; role posted: SMB New Business Development Manager, 1 Sep 2026
- May need presales, proposal and CRM tooling as it adds presales and account roles across networking and Business Central.moderateSales and revenue operationsThe hiring includes principal and Business Central presales consultants, corporate account managers and a business development manager. The adverts say presales builds the delivery pipeline and an engagement manager keeps the CRM updated, which suggests a need to manage a growing pipeline.Who would buy it: Chief Revenue OfficerWhat could help: CRM and sales enablement software, proposal and quoting tools, account planning and customer success platformsBased on: role posted: Principal Presales Consultant (Networking), 23 Sep 2026; advert for Principal Presales Consultant (Networking), posted 23 Sep 2026; role posted: BC Pre-Sales Consultant, 21 Sep 2026; role posted: Corporate Account Manager, 1 Sep 2026; role posted: Corporate Account Manager, 1 Sep 2026; advert for Engagement Manager, posted 14 Aug 2026
The evidence (4)
- LeadershipCEO appointment reportedReport a problemOn its own site, 15 Sep 2026: Node4 Announces Serge Lupas as CEO, Continuing Strategic Growth Journey
Reported by commsbusiness.co.uk on 15 Sep 2026: Comms Business - Node4 appoints new chief executive officer
Reported by itchanneloxygen.com on 15 Sep 2026: New Node4 CEO Pays Immediate Tribute To Neil Muller - Public contract1 public contract awarded, largest £556kReport a problemContracts Finder notice, 28 Sep 2026
- Hiring13 roles posted since 1 AugReport a problemIts jobs page, read 16 Oct 2026
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemTheBusinessDesk, 15 Sep 2026: Node4 appoints chief executive as it targets next phase of growth
- 3NoBlue2noblue2.comScore 47
NoBlue2 is a UK consultancy that implements and supports Oracle NetSuite and Microsoft Dynamics 365 cloud ERP and CRM software for businesses. It has recently acquired Viridian, a Pigment planning partner, to add planning and finance-function work.
- 6 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, about 14 per 100 staff (8 in all)
- Acquisition reported
- Staff rose from 38 to 43 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need integration support for the Viridian acquisition, such as professional services and tooling to bring two firms' systems, contracts and processes together, after the September 2026 deal and the separate Viridian hiring.moderateStrategy, M&A and integrationThe acquisition of Viridian was reported in September 2026, and Viridian-branded sales and consulting roles have followed. Running two practices side by side may call for shared systems and processes.Who would buy it: Chief Executive OfficerWhat could help: Post-merger integration advisory, PSA and CRM consolidation, shared finance and reporting tooling, brand and website migration servicesBased on: Acquisition reported, 16 Sep 2026; role posted: Pigment Consultant (Viridian), 22 Oct 2026; role posted: Business Development Executive (Viridian), 7 Oct 2026; its own homepage
- May need sales enablement and outbound prospecting tools, as it is hiring a business development executive and a senior ERP sales executive and the adverts mention CRM hygiene, MEDDICC qualification and automated outreach.moderateSales and revenue operationsTwo sales roles posted in October 2026 describe a structured pipeline, forecasting and high-volume calling supported by automated email and LinkedIn sequences. That suggests demand for data, sequencing and forecasting tools as the sales team grows.Who would buy it: Head of SalesWhat could help: Sales engagement and dialler software, contact data providers, CRM and forecasting add-ons, sales methodology trainingBased on: advert for Senior Sales Executive, posted 15 Oct 2026; advert for Business Development Executive (Viridian), posted 7 Oct 2026; role posted: Senior Sales Executive, 15 Oct 2026; role posted: Business Development Executive (Viridian), 7 Oct 2026
- May need recruitment and onboarding services, as it has posted six UK roles since August 2026, plus two Spain-based roles, and staff grew 13% in 2025.tentativeHR, people and payrollA run of consultant, architect and sales hires across the UK and Spain, together with a recent acquisition, suggests a heavy hiring load for a team of about 43. Certification and training for new consultants also appears in the adverts.Who would buy it: Head of PeopleWhat could help: Specialist technology recruitment agencies, applicant tracking and onboarding software, technical certification and training providersBased on: 6 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, about 14 per 100 staff (8 in all), 22 Oct 2026; Staff rose from 38 to 43 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts, 31 Dec 2025; role posted: Solution Architect (NetSuite), 8 Oct 2026; role posted: Senior NetSuite Consultant, 17 Sep 2026; advert for Pigment Consultant (Viridian), posted 22 Oct 2026
The evidence (3)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemOn its own site, 16 Sep 2026: NoBlue2 acquires Viridian
On its own site, 16 Sep 2026: NoBlue2 adquiere Viridian
Reported by viridianepm.com on 16 Sep 2026: Viridian joins NoBlue2 · Press release
Reported by fpecapital.com on 17 Sep 2026: NoBlue2 acquires Viridian to expand its EPM and Office of the CFO offering
and 2 more sources - Hiring6 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, about 14 per 100 staff (8 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 22 Oct 2026
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 38 to 43 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 43, against 38 the year before
- 4S&Wswgroup.comScore 42
S&W is a UK professional services group offering advisory, tax, audit and accountancy, forensics and related services to businesses and private clients. It also runs an intellectual property research business called ClearViewIP.
- Named in 12 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- 51 roles posted since 1 Aug, 2 at head-of level or above, 38 marked UK and 13 with no place (4 more listed abroad, not counted)
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need AI and data platform tooling, such as cloud, data engineering and model evaluation services, for its ClearViewIP intelligence platform, as a recent senior architect advert describes building it from the ground up.strongAI and automationThe advert describes moving IP research from expert-led work to an AI-first platform on Azure and Databricks, and a separate IP advert asks for experience with AI tools. This suggests spending on the platform's technical layers.Who would buy it: Head of ClearViewIP Workbench ProgrammeWhat could help: Cloud and data platform services, MLOps and model evaluation tooling, front-end and API development tools, secure Azure deployment services, patent and technical document data sourcesBased on: advert for Principal Architect, posted 20 Oct 2026; advert for Intellectual Property Associate Director - Next Generation Nicotine Products, posted 23 Oct 2026; role posted: Principal Architect, 20 Oct 2026
- May need product management, vendor management and workflow tools for the roughly 40 audit and outsourcing applications, as a product manager role was advertised to run that portfolio.moderateIT and infrastructureThe advert says the role will triage demand, manage vendors and build business cases, and names Microsoft 365 and Power Platform. This suggests a push to get more value from existing software and to add AI-enabled tools.Who would buy it: Senior Digital Manager, Digital Technology SolutionsWhat could help: Audit and assurance software, Power Platform and Microsoft 365 adoption services, software asset and vendor management tools, AI-enabled audit toolingBased on: advert for ABS Product Manager, posted 6 Aug 2026
- May need reward and benefits platforms and advisory services, as it advertised a Reward Business Partner and is recruiting a large intake of graduates and school leavers for September 2027.tentativeHR, people and payrollThe firm has posted many graduate and school leaver programmes across the UK and Ireland alongside a reward role. This suggests a need for early-careers recruitment, onboarding and pay benchmarking tools.Who would buy it: Chief People OfficerWhat could help: Graduate recruitment and assessment platforms, onboarding and learning tools, reward benchmarking data, benefits administration softwareBased on: role posted: Reward Business Partner, 20 Oct 2026; 51 roles posted since 1 Aug, 2 at head-of level or above, 38 marked UK and 13 with no…, 23 Oct 2026; role posted: School Leaver Programme, Accountancy - Southampton (Sept 2027), 23 Oct 2026; role posted: Graduate Programme, Audit - Dublin (Sept 2027), 14 Oct 2026
The evidence (2)
- Hiring51 roles posted since 1 Aug, 2 at head-of level or above, 38 marked UK and 13 with no place (4 more listed abroad, not counted)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 23 Oct 2026
- AI assistantsNamed in 12 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK professional services firms are growing fastest right now?": 6 of 6
"Which UK accountancy and advisory firms are expanding fastest?": 3 of 6
"What are the fastest-growing professional services firms outside London, in places like Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds and Bristol?": 2 of 6
"Which British professional services firms have raised significant investment or made acquisitions in the last few months?": 1 of 6
- 5Lawfrontlawfront.comScore 39
- Acquisition reported
- CEO appointment reported
- Named in 3 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (4)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemReported by The Law Society Gazette on 8 Sep 2026: Private equity-backed Lawfront adds two more law firms as regional centres FJG and Farleys bulk up
On its own site, 8 Sep 2026: Lawfront Bolsters Growth with Two Firm Acquisitions l Lawfront
On its own site, 16 Oct 2026: Lawfront Reports 73% Annual revenue Growth
Reported by law360.com on 8 Sep 2026: Lawfront's FJG, Farleys Add 2 Firms To Continue Growth Push
and 1 more source - LeadershipCEO appointment reportedReport a problemOn its own site, 27 Aug 2026: Lawfront Appoints New Chief Executive Officer
- MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemThe Lawyer, 14 Aug 2026: Lawfront doubles war chest in refinancing round
The Law Society Gazette, 8 Sep 2026: Private equity-backed Lawfront adds two more law firms as regional centres FJG and Farleys bulk up - AI assistantsNamed in 3 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which British professional services firms have raised significant investment or made acquisitions in the last few months?": 2 of 6
"Which UK professional services firms should I watch in 2026?": 1 of 6
- 6Interpathinterpath.comScore 38
- 28 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, 7 at head-of level or above (70 in all)
- Named in 7 of 60 AI-assistant answers
The evidence (2)
- Hiring28 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, 7 at head-of level or above (70 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 26 Oct 2026
- AI assistantsNamed in 7 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK professional services firms are growing fastest right now?": 3 of 6
"Which British professional services firms have raised significant investment or made acquisitions in the last few months?": 2 of 6
"Which UK accountancy and advisory firms are expanding fastest?": 2 of 6
- 7TXPtxp.co.ukScore 32
TXP is a UK technology and digital transformation consultancy that provides consulting, software development, cloud, data and AI, security and resourcing services to businesses and organisations. It is private equity-backed and works on legacy modernisation and application engineering.
- 12 roles posted since 1 Aug, 2 at head-of level or above
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need a group finance data platform and reporting tools, as the Head of FP&A advert describes building a Microsoft Fabric and Power BI environment fed by seven business systems.moderateData and analyticsThe advert asks for one governed data layer joining HubSpot, Bullhorn, Kantata, InTime, Omnia, HiBob and Sage Intacct, with forecasting models on top. That suggests the company may look for integration, data quality and planning tools.Who would buy it: Group Chief Financial OfficerWhat could help: Data integration and connector tools, data quality and lineage software, forecasting and planning platforms, Power BI and Fabric implementation servicesBased on: advert for Head of FP&A, posted 27 Oct 2026; role posted: Head of FP&A, 27 Oct 2026; 12 roles posted since 1 Aug, 2 at head-of level or above, 27 Oct 2026
- May need finance systems and process tools to bring acquired businesses into one close and reporting process, as the Finance Operations Manager advert focuses on this.moderateFinance and accountingThe advert asks for group-wide month-end close, general ledger integrity and integrating acquired businesses into finance systems. A second finance leadership role followed in October, so the finance function appears to be scaling.Who would buy it: Group Financial ControllerWhat could help: Close management and reconciliation software, accounts payable automation, consolidation tools, Sage Intacct add-ons and integration servicesBased on: advert for Finance Operations Manager, posted 9 Sep 2026; role posted: Finance Operations Manager, 9 Sep 2026; role posted: Head of FP&A, 27 Oct 2026
- May need partner-management and sales pipeline tools to support a new director leading growth in project services through vendors and channel partners.tentativeSales and revenue operationsThe Business Development Director advert covers major customer wins, partner ecosystems and new verticals. That suggests the company may invest in partner programmes and pipeline tools for this line.Who would buy it: Chief Commercial OfficerWhat could help: Partner relationship management software, sales intelligence data, proposal and bid tools, lead generation servicesBased on: advert for Business Development Director - Project Services, posted 1 Oct 2026; role posted: Business Development Director, 1 Oct 2026
The evidence (1)
- Hiring12 roles posted since 1 Aug, 2 at head-of level or aboveReport a problemIts jobs page, read 27 Oct 2026
- 8HSL Compliancehslcompliance.comScore 32
HSL Compliance is a UK compliance group, founded in 1976 and based in Herefordshire, with 19 offices across the UK and Ireland and over 650 staff. It provides water, fire, air, asbestos, environmental, training and workplace safety services to public and private sector customers.
- 21 roles posted since 1 Aug, 4 at head-of level or above
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need operations, scheduling and contract-to-invoice software to support a new central operations function across its Air, Fire and Asbestos divisions.moderateOperations and supply chainThe advert for a head of internal operations describes building a central structure for contract set-up, planning, scheduling and revenue assurance, with systems requirements and reporting dashboards still to be defined. That suggests the tooling may be chosen or replaced as the function is built.Who would buy it: Managing Director, Air, Fire & AsbestosWhat could help: Field service management and scheduling software, contract mobilisation and billing tools, operational reporting and dashboard platforms, and asset register systemsBased on: advert for Head of Internal Operations - Secondment, posted 15 Oct 2026; role posted: Head of Internal Operations, 15 Oct 2026; 21 roles posted since 1 Aug, 4 at head-of level or above, 26 Oct 2026
- May need M&A integration support, covering due diligence, TUPE and systems integration, as the hiring suggests more acquisitions in air, fire and asbestos.moderateStrategy, M&A and integrationSeveral senior adverts refer to integrating acquired businesses, evaluating acquisition pipelines and building an operating model for future acquisitions. An HR advert also mentions due diligence spreadsheets and TUPE letters, and the finance advert mentions a private equity-backed environment with acquisitions.Who would buy it: Managing Director, Air, Fire & AsbestosWhat could help: Due diligence and TUPE advisory services, integration and data migration tooling, and virtual data room and deal workflow softwareBased on: advert for Head of Internal Operations - Secondment, posted 15 Oct 2026; advert for Business Development Director (Air, Fire & Asbestos) - Secondment, posted 15 Oct 2026; advert for Director of Fire - Secondment, posted 15 Oct 2026; advert for Senior Management Accountant, posted 6 Oct 2026; advert for HR Administrator - Fixed Term Contract, posted 12 Aug 2026
- May need CRM, pipeline and tender management tools, as the business development director advert asks for CRM discipline, pipeline tracking and forecasting.tentativeSales and revenue operationsThe advert for the secondment sets out CRM governance, conversion metrics, account planning and cross-selling as priorities. That suggests the sales stack for the air, fire and asbestos divisions may be reviewed.Who would buy it: Business Development Director, Air, Fire & AsbestosWhat could help: CRM platforms, tender and bid management software, sales forecasting and account planning tools, and sales commission softwareBased on: advert for Business Development Director (Air, Fire & Asbestos) - Secondment, posted 15 Oct 2026; role posted: Business Development Director (Air, Fire & Asbestos), 15 Oct 2026
The evidence (1)
- Hiring21 roles posted since 1 Aug, 4 at head-of level or aboveReport a problemIts jobs page, read 26 Oct 2026
- 9Hippohippodigital.co.ukScore 29
Hippo is a digital transformation consultancy that combines strategy, research, design, data and engineering to build digital services. Its work covers healthcare, government, private and third sector clients, including through public procurement frameworks.
- 1 public contract awarded, largest £959k
- New office: 900-strong digital consultancy expands to new Liverpool office
- Staff rose from 418 to 481 in the year to Mar 2026, in its Companies House accounts
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need fit-out, furniture, IT equipment and workplace services for its new Liverpool office, as reported in October 2026.strongProperty, offices and facilitiesThree separate reports describe a new Liverpool office as part of a Northern expansion. A new site may need setting up and running for a growing team.Who would buy it: Head of Operations or FacilitiesWhat could help: Office fit-out and furniture, managed workplace services, network and AV installation, laptops and end-user device supplyBased on: 900-strong digital consultancy expands to new Liverpool office, 13 Oct 2026; Consultancy.uk: Hippo expands Northern footprint with new office in Liverpool, 28 Oct 2026; TheBusinessDesk: Tech consultancy Hippo opens Liverpool office as part of Northern…, 18 Oct 2026
- May need recruitment platforms, onboarding and HR systems to support headcount growth, with staff up 15% to 481 and a new Northern office.moderateHR, people and payrollHeadcount rose from 418 to 481 in the year to March 2026, and a new office suggests more hiring in a new regional market. Larger teams across more sites may need better tools to hire, onboard and manage people.Who would buy it: Head of PeopleWhat could help: Applicant tracking and recruitment marketing, onboarding and HR software, payroll and benefits platforms, learning and development toolsBased on: Staff rose from 418 to 481 in the year to Mar 2026, in its Companies House accounts, 31 Mar 2026; 900-strong digital consultancy expands to new Liverpool office, 13 Oct 2026; TheBusinessDesk: Tech consultancy Hippo opens Liverpool office as part of Northern…, 18 Oct 2026
- May need project delivery, resource planning and bid management tools after a public contract win of up to £959k and growth in headcount.tentativeOperations and supply chainA public sector contract awarded in September 2026 and a larger team suggest more delivery work to schedule and staff. Consultancies of this kind often rely on tooling to plan resources and track delivery.Who would buy it: Chief Operating OfficerWhat could help: Resource planning and professional services automation software, tender and bid management tools, time and billing systemsBased on: 1 public contract awarded, largest £959k, 25 Sep 2026; Staff rose from 418 to 481 in the year to Mar 2026, in its Companies House accounts, 31 Mar 2026
The evidence (4)
- Public contract1 public contract awarded, largest £959kReport a problemContracts Finder notice, 25 Sep 2026
- New office900-strong digital consultancy expands to new Liverpool officeReport a problemReported by TheBusinessDesk on 18 Oct 2026: Tech consultancy Hippo opens Liverpool office as part of Northern expansion
Reported by Consultancy.uk on 28 Oct 2026: Hippo expands Northern footprint with new office in Liverpool
On its own site, 19 Oct 2026: Hippo expands Northern footprint with new office in Liverpool
Reported by prolificnorth.co.uk on 13 Oct 2026 - Staff numbersStaff rose from 418 to 481 in the year to Mar 2026, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Mar 2026: average staff 481, against 418 the year before
- MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemTheBusinessDesk, 18 Oct 2026: Tech consultancy Hippo opens Liverpool office as part of Northern expansion
Consultancy.uk, 28 Oct 2026: Hippo expands Northern footprint with new office in Liverpool
- 10Ison Harrison Solicitorsisonharrison.co.ukScore 28
Ison Harrison Solicitors is a law firm based in Leeds that offers personal and business legal services across Yorkshire and the North of England. It describes itself as 100% owned by its employees.
- Acquisition reported
- New office: Number 10 in the North: What Could the Autumn Budget 2026 Mean for Manchester Businesses?
- Staff rose from 326 to 390 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
What it may be in the market for
Our reading of the evidence above, not something the company has said.
- May need integration of case management, document and client-portal systems after the reported acquisition, given staff growth of 20% in 2025.moderateIT and infrastructureA reported acquisition in August 2026 may mean bringing another firm's files, matters and users onto shared systems. Headcount rose from 326 to 390 in 2025, which suggests the firm's systems are being stretched.Who would buy it: Head of ITWhat could help: Legal case management software, data migration services, document management, identity and access management, and managed IT support.Based on: Acquisition reported, 24 Aug 2026; Staff rose from 326 to 390 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts, 31 Dec 2025
- May need HR, payroll and employee-ownership administration tools as headcount grows and acquired staff join an employee-owned firm.moderateHR, people and payrollThe firm is fully employee-owned and grew staff by 20% in 2025. A reported acquisition may add more people who need onboarding into the ownership structure and shared HR processes.Who would buy it: Head of PeopleWhat could help: HRIS and payroll software, employee share and ownership administration, engagement survey tools, and onboarding and learning platforms.Based on: its own homepage; Staff rose from 326 to 390 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts, 31 Dec 2025; Acquisition reported, 24 Aug 2026
- May need content and marketing tools to promote services to businesses in the North, given its published commentary aimed at Manchester businesses.tentativeMarketing and brandThe firm publishes legal guides, videos, podcasts and budget commentary aimed at Manchester businesses, which suggests a push beyond Leeds. This may call for more content and lead-tracking support.Who would buy it: Head of MarketingWhat could help: Content production, video and podcast services, SEO and marketing automation software, and CRM for lead tracking.Based on: Number 10 in the North: What Could the Autumn Budget 2026 Mean for Manchester Businesses?, 22 Oct 2026; its own homepage
The evidence (3)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemOn its own site, 24 Aug 2026: Dootsons Solicitors Is Now Part of Ison Harrison
On its own site, 28 Sep 2026: Ison Harrison Boosts North West Presence with Acquisition of Dootsons Solicitors - New officeNumber 10 in the North: What Could the Autumn Budget 2026 Mean for Manchester Businesses?Report a problemOn its own site, 22 Oct 2026
On its own site, 29 Oct 2026: Manchester listed among the company's offices on its own site - Staff numbersStaff rose from 326 to 390 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 390, against 326 the year before
Strong momentum 11 to 30
- 11Wireless Logicwirelesslogic.comScore 28
Wireless Logic provides IoT connectivity, including SIM and eSIM products, running on its own mobile core network for connected devices. It sells to businesses in many countries, and has grown through group companies such as Matooma and Mobius Networks.
- Acquisition reported
- 3 roles posted since 1 Aug, 2 marked UK and 1 with no place (4 more listed abroad, not counted)
The evidence (2)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemOn its own site, 11 Aug 2026: Arqia, a Wireless Logic company, acquire Algar Telecom's IoT business
On its own site, 11 Aug 2026: Wireless Logic-Gruppe übernimmt das IoT-Geschäft von Algar Telecom in Brasilien
On its own site, 11 Aug 2026: Arqia, una empresa de Wireless Logic, adquiere el negocio de IoT de Algar Telecom
On its own site, 11 Aug 2026: Arqia, een dochteronderneming van Wireless Logic, neemt de IoT-activiteiten van Algar Telecom over
and 3 more sources - Hiring3 roles posted since 1 Aug, 2 marked UK and 1 with no place (4 more listed abroad, not counted)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 30 Sep 2026
- 12Fletchers Solicitorsfletcherssolicitors.co.ukScore 28
Fletchers Solicitors is a specialist law firm acting for people with serious personal injury and medical negligence claims, including birth injury, road traffic and workplace accidents. It also offers rehabilitation and wellbeing support alongside its legal work.
- Acquisition reported
- Named in 2 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 3 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (3)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemReported by TheBusinessDesk on 21 Aug 2026: Manchester law firm Fletchers Group makes fourth acquisition in five months
On its own site, 21 Aug 2026: Moore Barlow teams to join Fletchers Group - MentionsNamed by 3 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemTheBusinessDesk, 21 Aug 2026: Manchester law firm Fletchers Group makes fourth acquisition in five months
The Law Society Gazette, 7 Oct 2026: Private equity-backed Fletchers reports 156% profit jump
Insider Media, 8 Oct 2026: Fletchers Solicitors reports growth for year buoyed by string of acquisitions - AI assistantsNamed in 2 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK professional services firms are growing fastest right now?": 2 of 6
- 13Nuvonuvo.co.ukScore 27
- Acquisition reported
- Named in 3 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (3)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemReported by Insider Media on 29 Sep 2026: New legal business launches with acquisition of corporate law firm - “an exciting new chapter for our team and our clients”
Reported by TheBusinessDesk on 9 Oct 2026: Nuvo Group adds Newcastle firm in latest accountancy buy-and-build deal
Reported by news-journal.co.uk on 28 Sep 2026: Nuvo strengthens Vision 2030 strategy with acquisition of AG Corporate Law – Mansfield, Ashfield & Sherwood News Journal
Reported by solicitorsjournal.com on 4 Oct 2026: Nuvo expands with AG Corporate Law acquisition
and 1 more source - MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 29 Sep 2026: New legal business launches with acquisition of corporate law firm - “an exciting new chapter for our team and our clients”
TheBusinessDesk, 9 Oct 2026: Nuvo Group adds Newcastle firm in latest accountancy buy-and-build deal - AI assistantsNamed in 3 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which British professional services firms have raised significant investment or made acquisitions in the last few months?": 3 of 6
- 14Affiniaaffinia.co.ukScore 27
- Acquisition reported
- Named in 3 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (3)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemReported by AccountingWEB on 6 Aug 2026: Affinia buys Wilson Partners in landmark PE deal
Reported by Insider Media on 20 Aug 2026: Affinia swoops for latest accountancy firm - supports 1,200 clients in and around Essex
On its own site, 6 Aug 2026: Welcoming Wilson Partners to Affinia | East & South East
On its own site, 24 Aug 2026: Nokes & Co joins Affinia! | East & South East
and 3 more sources - MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemAccountingWEB, 6 Aug 2026: Affinia buys Wilson Partners in landmark PE deal
Insider Media, 19 Aug 2026: Affinia makes senior appointments in East of England - including firm’s first employment tax director
Insider Media, 20 Aug 2026: Affinia swoops for latest accountancy firm - supports 1,200 clients in and around Essex - AI assistantsNamed in 3 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK accountancy and advisory firms are expanding fastest?": 3 of 6
- 15Clarus Networksclarus-networks.comScore 27
- CRO appointment reported
- Staff rose from 47 to 69 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (3)
- LeadershipCRO appointment reportedReport a problemReported by Insider Media on 1 Sep 2026: Clarus Networks appoints chief revenue officer
On its own site, 25 Aug 2026: Clarus appoints Stuart Castell as Chief Revenue Officer
Reported by edinburghchamber.co.uk on 1 Sep 2026: Clarus Networks Group appoints Stuart Castell as Chief Revenue Officer - Staff numbersStaff rose from 47 to 69 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 69, against 47 the year before
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 1 Sep 2026: Clarus Networks appoints chief revenue officer
- 16Technimovetechnimove.comScore 25
- 10 roles posted since 1 Aug, 2 at head-of level or above, 7 marked UK and 3 with no place (2 more listed abroad, not counted)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring10 roles posted since 1 Aug, 2 at head-of level or above, 7 marked UK and 3 with no place (2 more listed abroad, not counted)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 28 Oct 2026
- 17Red Badgerred-badger.comScore 25
- 13 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (16 in all)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring13 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (16 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 19 Oct 2026
- 18UBDS Digitalubdsdigital.comScore 25
- 14 roles posted since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- Hiring14 roles posted since 1 AugReport a problemIts jobs page, read 16 Oct 2026
- 19Neptune Northneptunenorth.co.ukScore 25
- 12 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, about 43 per 100 staff (14 in all)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring12 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, about 43 per 100 staff (14 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 14 Oct 2026
- 20bk plusbkplus.co.ukScore 24
- Took control of JOSHUA LEIGH & CO LIMITED, JOSHUA LEIGH & CO AUDIT LIMITED, SEPHTON & COMPANY LLP, HAVARD & ASSOCIATES (ATC) LIMITED
- Named in 4 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (3)
- AcquisitionTook control of JOSHUA LEIGH & CO LIMITED, JOSHUA LEIGH & CO AUDIT LIMITED, SEPHTON & COMPANY LLP, HAVARD & ASSOCIATES (ATC) LIMITEDReport a problemOn its own site, 7 Sep 2026: Joshua Leigh & Co join bk plus
On its own site, 1 Oct 2026: bk plus welcomes Havard & Associates
On its own site, 7 Oct 2026: bk plus acquires Solihull-based Sephton Accountants
Companies House filing, 4 Sep 2026
and 6 more sources - MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 20 Oct 2026: New head of employment tax at bk plus
- AI assistantsNamed in 4 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK accountancy and advisory firms are expanding fastest?": 3 of 6
"Which British professional services firms have raised significant investment or made acquisitions in the last few months?": 1 of 6
- 21KP Lawkpl.co.ukScore 24
- 9 roles posted since 1 Aug, about 7 per 100 staff
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- Hiring9 roles posted since 1 Aug, about 7 per 100 staffReport a problemIts jobs page, read 26 Oct 2026
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemThe Law Society Gazette, 19 Aug 2026: New lawyers step in to lead rugby brain injury group claim as players wait on court strike-out decision
The Law Society Gazette, 18 Sep 2026: Lawyer in the news: Lucy Traynor, senior associate at KP Law, London
- 22de Novo Solutionsde-novo-solutions.comScore 24
- Named in 8 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- CEO appointment reported
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (3)
- LeadershipCEO appointment reportedReport a problemReported by executive-moves.com on 17 Sep 2026: Lynette Slater Appointed CEO of de Novo Solutions as Founder Sweeny Steps Into Executive Chair Role
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 28 Oct 2026: Welsh tech firm targets growth with HSBC UK backing - “This funding allows us to accelerate investment in our technology”
- AI assistantsNamed in 8 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK management and technology consultancies are growing fastest?": 6 of 6
"Which UK professional services firms are growing fastest right now?": 2 of 6
- 23Charcoalbluecharcoalblue.comScore 23
- 6 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (8 in all)
- Director appointed: Ian Edward Stickland
The evidence (2)
- New directorDirector appointed: Ian Edward SticklandReport a problemCompanies House filing, 30 Sep 2026
- Hiring6 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (8 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 23 Oct 2026
- 24Validus Risk Managementvalidusrm.comScore 22
- 4 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, about 3 per 100 staff (7 in all)
- Staff rose from 88 to 116 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (2)
- Hiring4 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, about 3 per 100 staff (7 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 27 Oct 2026
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 88 to 116 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 116, against 88 the year before
- 25DJHdjh.co.ukScore 22
- Named in 7 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Acquisition reported
The evidence (2)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemOn its own site, 22 Oct 2026: Welcoming TWP to our group, our largest partnership to date
- AI assistantsNamed in 7 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which British professional services firms have raised significant investment or made acquisitions in the last few months?": 6 of 6
"Which UK professional services firms should I watch in 2026?": 1 of 6
- 26Appviaappvia.ioScore 21
- 1 public contract awarded, largest £2.0m
- Staff rose from 34 to 48 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (2)
- Public contract1 public contract awarded, largest £2.0mReport a problemContracts Finder notice, 24 Aug 2026
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 34 to 48 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 48, against 34 the year before
- 27Utilize Plcutilize.co.ukScore 21
- Acquisition reported
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemReported by Insider Media on 20 Oct 2026: Sage reseller joins tech group - expects to end year with more than 150 staff
Reported by iteuropa.com on 19 Oct 2026: Utilize makes another acquisition with Sage specialist
Reported by computerweekly.com on 20 Oct 2026: Utilize buys again to strengthen Sage channel position - MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 20 Oct 2026: Sage reseller joins tech group - expects to end year with more than 150 staff
- 28CIL Strategy Consultantscil.comScore 21
- Acquisition reported
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemReported by Consultancy.uk on 13 Aug 2026: Pearson Ham joins CIL Strategy Consultants to boost pricing capability
On its own site, 13 Aug 2026: CIL Strategy Consultants acquires Pearson Ham
On its own site, 13 Aug 2026: CIL Strategy Consultants has acquired the business and assets of Pearson Ham Consulting - MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemConsultancy.uk, 13 Aug 2026: Pearson Ham joins CIL Strategy Consultants to boost pricing capability
- 29ASK4ask4.comScore 21
- Acquisition reported
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemReported by Insider Media on 7 Aug 2026: “Landmark moment” as acquisitive ASK4 snaps up hospitality and serviced living sector specialist
On its own site, 5 Aug 2026: ASK4 expands into hospitality and strengthens European footprint with acquisition of IMS connect
On its own site, 5 Aug 2026: ASK4 expandiert in die Hotellerie und stärkt seine Präsenz in Europa durch die Übernahme von IMS connect
On its own site, 5 Aug 2026: ASK4 udvider sin forretning inden for hotel- og restaurationsbranchen og styrker sin tilstedeværelse i Europa med overtagelsen af IMS connect
and 7 more sources - MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 7 Aug 2026: “Landmark moment” as acquisitive ASK4 snaps up hospitality and serviced living sector specialist
- 30HGFhgf.comScore 20
- Acquisition reported
- Director appointed: Richard Wylie
The evidence (2)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemOn its own site, 2 Oct 2026: PRESS RELEASE - HGF strengthens French Presence with Acquisition of Cabinet Marconnect
On its own site, 2 Oct 2026: PRESSEMITTEILUNG: HGF stärkt Präsenz in Frankreich durch Übernahme von Cabinet Marconnet - New directorDirector appointed: Richard WylieReport a problemCompanies House filing, 24 Sep 2026
Building 31 to 60
- 31Pacepace-xl.comScore 19
- Named in 8 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- 1 public contract awarded, largest £4.0m
The evidence (2)
- Public contract1 public contract awarded, largest £4.0mReport a problemContracts Finder notice, 13 Aug 2026
- AI assistantsNamed in 8 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK management and technology consultancies are growing fastest?": 5 of 6
"Which UK professional services firms are growing fastest right now?": 3 of 6
- 32ClearRouteclearroute.ioScore 19
- 7 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (9 in all)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring7 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (9 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 28 Oct 2026
- 33Scale Factory (formerly Ten10)scalefactory.comScore 19
- 9 roles posted since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- Hiring9 roles posted since 1 AugReport a problemIts jobs page, read 27 Oct 2026
- 34Plexalplexal.comScore 19
- 6 roles posted since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- Hiring6 roles posted since 1 AugReport a problemIts jobs page, read 23 Oct 2026
- 35Informed Solutionsinformed.comScore 19
- 10 roles posted since 1 Aug, about 9 per 100 staff
The evidence (1)
- Hiring10 roles posted since 1 Aug, about 9 per 100 staffReport a problemIts jobs page, read 21 Oct 2026
- 36Transparitytransparity.comScore 19
- 9 roles posted since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- Hiring9 roles posted since 1 AugReport a problemIts jobs page, read 21 Oct 2026
- 37Options Technologyoptions-it.comScore 19
- 10 roles posted since 1 Aug, 7 marked UK and 3 with no place (14 more listed abroad, not counted)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring10 roles posted since 1 Aug, 7 marked UK and 3 with no place (14 more listed abroad, not counted)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 19 Oct 2026
- 38G3g3.coScore 19
- 4 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, 2 at head-of level or above (7 in all)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring4 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, 2 at head-of level or above (7 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 14 Oct 2026
- 39Scrumconnect Consultingscrumconnect.comScore 17
- 1 public contract awarded, largest £5.0m
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- Public contract1 public contract awarded, largest £5.0mReport a problemContracts Finder notice, 3 Sep 2026
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemTheBusinessDesk, 6 Aug 2026: Digital consultancy opens Edinburgh office
- 40Sullivan & Stanleysullivanstanley.comScore 17
- CCO appointment reported
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- LeadershipCCO appointment reportedReport a problemReported by Consultancy.uk on 13 Aug 2026: Dan Ridler joins Sullivan & Stanley as chief customer officer
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemConsultancy.uk, 13 Aug 2026: Dan Ridler joins Sullivan & Stanley as chief customer officer
- 41Greenwoodsgreenwoods.co.ukScore 16
- Director appointed: Ruth Ellen Stafford
- Director appointed: Rebecca Austin
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (3)
- New directorDirector appointed: Ruth Ellen StaffordReport a problemCompanies House filing, 30 Sep 2026
- New directorDirector appointed: Rebecca AustinReport a problemCompanies House filing, 21 Oct 2026
- MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemThe Law Society Gazette, 19 Aug 2026: Firm hire: Greenwoods Legal Services strengthens residential real estate team in Cambridge
Insider Media, 2 Sep 2026: Greenwoods appoints head of employment - “obvious how much the firm wants to grow”
- 42Ansons Lawansons.lawScore 16
- Director appointed: Emma Louise Rowley
- Director appointed: Jason Martin Alcock
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (3)
- New directorDirector appointed: Emma Louise RowleyReport a problemCompanies House filing, 19 Oct 2026
- New directorDirector appointed: Jason Martin AlcockReport a problemCompanies House filing, 20 Oct 2026
- MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 19 Oct 2026: Ansons Law brings in Crowe’s longest-serving partner to advise on growth
TheBusinessDesk, 19 Oct 2026: Crowe’s longest-serving partner joins Ansons Law as board adviser
- 43Advancing Analyticsadvancinganalytics.co.ukScore 16
- Staff rose from 61 to 78 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
- 2 roles posted since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- Hiring2 roles posted since 1 AugReport a problemIts jobs page, read 28 Oct 2026
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 61 to 78 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 78, against 61 the year before
- 44SCG Connectedscgconnected.co.ukScore 16
- 1 public contract awarded, largest £303k
- Director appointed: Matthew John Overd
- Director appointed: Daryl James Pile
The evidence (3)
- Public contract1 public contract awarded, largest £303kReport a problemContracts Finder notice, 30 Sep 2026
- New directorDirector appointed: Matthew John OverdReport a problemCompanies House filing, 14 Oct 2026
- New directorDirector appointed: Daryl James PileReport a problemCompanies House filing, 16 Oct 2026
- 45Aspire Technology Solutionsaspirets.comScore 16
- Acquisition reported
The evidence (1)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemOn its own site, 6 Oct 2026: Aspire Expands into North West with Fourth Acquisition Since 2024
Reported by business-live.co.uk on 6 Oct 2026: Aspire buys Sentis Managed Solutions to expand into North West
- 46Flotek Group Limitedflotek.ioScore 16
- Took control of COMVISTA NETWORKS LIMITED
The evidence (1)
- AcquisitionTook control of COMVISTA NETWORKS LIMITEDReport a problemOn its own site, 1 Oct 2026: Flotek Acquires Comvista Networks
Companies House filing, 1 Oct 2026
- 47Focus Groupfocusgroup.co.ukScore 16
- Acquisition reported
The evidence (1)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemOn its own site, 25 Sep 2026: Customer Stories | Focus Group expands IT managed services for SMEs with Prime Networks acquisition
Reported by technologyreseller.uk on 9 Sep 2026: Focus Group expands IT managed services for SMEs with Prime Networks acquisition
Reported by channelinsider.com on 11 Sep 2026: Focus Group Acquires UK MSP Prime Networks
- 48TC Grouptc-group.comScore 16
- Took control of TC PENINSULA LIMITED
The evidence (1)
- AcquisitionTook control of TC PENINSULA LIMITEDReport a problemOn its own site, 24 Aug 2026: TC GROUP MERGES WITH PRYDIS ACCOUNTS
Companies House filing, 22 Aug 2026
- 49Celnor Groupcelnor.comScore 16
- Acquisition reported
The evidence (1)
- AcquisitionAcquisition reportedReport a problemOn its own site, 19 Aug 2026: ECL joins Celnor Group’s Safety & Compliance Division
On its own site, 15 Oct 2026: Safety Solutions Group joins Celnor Group’s Risk Management Division
On its own site, 26 Oct 2026: Celnor Group expands North American footprint with Engineering and Testing Services Inc
Reported by ecl.world on 19 Aug 2026: ECL Joins Celnor Group to Support Future Growth
and 2 more sources
- 50Redsquidredsquid.co.ukScore 16
- Took control of ARK HOLDINGS (SPALDING) LIMITED
The evidence (1)
- AcquisitionTook control of ARK HOLDINGS (SPALDING) LIMITEDReport a problemOn its own site, 17 Aug 2026: Redsquid acquires ARK ICT
Companies House filing, 13 Aug 2026
Reported by itchanneloxygen.com on 17 Aug 2026: Redsquid Squirts Ink On Another Biggish Acquisition As It Chases £250m
Reported by comms-dealer.com on 17 Aug 2026: Comms Dealer - Redsquid swoops on ARK ICT with latest acquisition
and 3 more sources
- 51Waterstonswaterstons.comScore 14
- 1 public contract awarded, largest £191k
- 6 roles posted since 1 Aug, about 2 per 100 staff
The evidence (2)
- Public contract1 public contract awarded, largest £191kReport a problemContracts Finder notice, 7 Aug 2026
- Hiring6 roles posted since 1 Aug, about 2 per 100 staffReport a problemIts jobs page, read 20 Oct 2026
- 52The Networking People (TNP)tnp.net.ukScore 14
- 3 public contracts awarded, largest £279k
- Staff rose from 54 to 60 in the year to Mar 2026, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (2)
- Public contract3 public contracts awarded, largest £279kReport a problemContracts Finder notice, 5 Oct 2026
Contracts Finder notice, 5 Oct 2026
Contracts Finder notice, 14 Oct 2026 - Staff numbersStaff rose from 54 to 60 in the year to Mar 2026, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Mar 2026: average staff 60, against 54 the year before
- 53Techarytechary.comScore 14
- 4 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (7 in all)
- Named in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answers
The evidence (2)
- Hiring4 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (7 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 6 Oct 2026
- AI assistantsNamed in 1 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK management and technology consultancies are growing fastest?": 1 of 6
- 54Elite Law Solicitorselitelawsolicitors.co.ukScore 13
- Staff rose from 59 to 79 in the year to Feb 2026, in its Companies House accounts
- Director appointed: Jane Louise Sheffield
The evidence (2)
- New directorDirector appointed: Jane Louise SheffieldReport a problemCompanies House filing, 22 Oct 2026
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 59 to 79 in the year to Feb 2026, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 28 Feb 2026: average staff 79, against 59 the year before
- 55Xeinadinxeinadin.comScore 13
- Named in 9 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemAccountingWEB, 13 Aug 2026: Xeinadin targets £300m as CEO rejects 'collapsed' sale claims
- AI assistantsNamed in 9 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK accountancy and advisory firms are expanding fastest?": 6 of 6
"Which UK professional services firms should I watch in 2026?": 3 of 6
- 56Aptia Groupaptia-group.comScore 13
- 5 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (7 in all)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring5 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (7 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 28 Oct 2026
- 57PMCpmccommerce.comScore 13
- 3 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (14 in all)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring3 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (14 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 27 Oct 2026
- 58proSapientprosapient.comScore 13
- 7 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, about 3 per 100 staff (15 in all)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring7 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, about 3 per 100 staff (15 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 26 Oct 2026
- 59T-Techttech.co.ukScore 13
- 3 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (6 in all)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring3 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (6 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 26 Oct 2026
- 60Datatonicdatatonic.comScore 13
- 7 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, about 3 per 100 staff (10 in all)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring7 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, about 3 per 100 staff (10 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 20 Oct 2026
On the radar 61 to 100
- 61Alpha FMCalphafmc.comScore 13
- 3 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (4 in all)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring3 UK roles posted since 1 Aug (4 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 2 Oct 2026
- 62Cloudscalercloudscaler.comScore 13
- 1 role posted since 1 Aug, about 3 per 100 staff
The evidence (1)
- Hiring1 role posted since 1 Aug, about 3 per 100 staffReport a problemIts jobs page, read 14 Sep 2026
- 63Burgh Thorpe Solicitorsburghthorpe.co.ukScore 13
- Staff rose from 12 to 27 in the year to Jan 2026, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 12 to 27 in the year to Jan 2026, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Jan 2026: average staff 27, against 12 the year before
- 64Sigma Labssigmalabs.co.ukScore 13
- Staff rose from 75 to 122 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 75 to 122 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 122, against 75 the year before
- 65Ventureventuresystemsgroup.comScore 13
- Staff rose from 11 to 32 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 11 to 32 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 32, against 11 the year before
- 66Ziiplineziipline.comScore 13
- Staff rose from 29 to 56 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 29 to 56 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 56, against 29 the year before
- 67Cura Terraecura-terrae.comScore 12
- Launch reported: Cura Terrae launches new marine and coastal division
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- LaunchCura Terrae launches new marine and coastal divisionReport a problemReported by TheBusinessDesk on 14 Aug 2026
On its own site, 14 Aug 2026: Cura Terrae launches new Marine and Coastal division
Reported by yorkshirepost.co.uk on 14 Aug 2026: Cura Terrae launches new Marine and Coastal division to support sustainable development and nature recovery
Reported by ess-expo.co.uk on 14 Aug 2026: Cura Terrae launches new Marine and Coastal division to support sustainable development and nature recovery - MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemTheBusinessDesk, 14 Aug 2026: Cura Terrae launches new marine and coastal division
Insider Media, 18 Aug 2026: Cura Terrae launches new division to support clients in marine and coastal environments
- 68arch.lawarch.lawScore 12
- CRO appointment reported
The evidence (1)
- LeadershipCRO appointment reportedReport a problemOn its own site, 28 Sep 2026: Dan Lowndes appointed as CRO of arch.law
On its own site, 28 Sep 2026: arch.law appoints Chief Revenue Officer to accelerate structured growth strategy
- 69Academia the Technology Groupacademia.co.ukScore 12
- 7 public contracts awarded, largest £1.3m
The evidence (1)
- Public contract7 public contracts awarded, largest £1.3mReport a problemContracts Finder notice, 19 Aug 2026
Contracts Finder notice, 11 Sep 2026
Contracts Finder notice, 17 Sep 2026
Contracts Finder notice, 17 Sep 2026
and 3 more sources
- 70Excello Lawexcellolaw.co.ukScore 12
- CFO appointment reported
The evidence (1)
- LeadershipCFO appointment reportedReport a problemOn its own site, 9 Sep 2026: Excello grows business services in step with lawyer growth, with CFO appointment and senior promotions
- 71The Citation Groupthecitationgroup.comScore 12
- CTDO appointment reported
The evidence (1)
- LeadershipCTDO appointment reportedReport a problemOn its own site, 7 Sep 2026: The Citation Group welcomes new Chief Technology and Data Officer - thecitationgroup.com
- 72Channel 3 Consultingchannel3consulting.co.ukScore 11
- 1 public contract awarded, largest £400k
- Staff rose from 75 to 77 in the year to Mar 2026, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (2)
- Public contract1 public contract awarded, largest £400kReport a problemContracts Finder notice, 9 Sep 2026
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 75 to 77 in the year to Mar 2026, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Mar 2026: average staff 77, against 75 the year before
- 73Safer Spheresafersphere.co.ukScore 10
- Staff rose from 51 to 75 in the year to Apr 2026, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 51 to 75 in the year to Apr 2026, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 30 Apr 2026: average staff 75, against 51 the year before
- 74Mitra AImitrai.comScore 10
- Staff rose from 216 to 283 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 216 to 283 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 283, against 216 the year before
- 75Tecknuovotecknuovo.comScore 10
- Staff rose from 44 to 56 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 44 to 56 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 56, against 44 the year before
- 76Principle Oneprincipleone.co.ukScore 10
- Staff rose from 76 to 97 in the year to Nov 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 76 to 97 in the year to Nov 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 30 Nov 2025: average staff 97, against 76 the year before
- 77Squarclesquarcle.aiScore 9
- Named in 6 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Director appointed: Robert Malcolm Ladell
The evidence (2)
- New directorDirector appointed: Robert Malcolm LadellReport a problemCompanies House filing, 12 Oct 2026
- AI assistantsNamed in 6 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which British professional services firms have raised significant investment or made acquisitions in the last few months?": 3 of 6
"Which UK management and technology consultancies are growing fastest?": 3 of 6
- 78Gravitagravita.comScore 9
- Named in 6 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Director appointed: Lisa Jane Mayhew
The evidence (2)
- New directorDirector appointed: Lisa Jane MayhewReport a problemCompanies House filing, 4 Aug 2026
- AI assistantsNamed in 6 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK professional services firms are growing fastest right now?": 3 of 6
"Which UK accountancy and advisory firms are expanding fastest?": 2 of 6
"What are the fastest-growing professional services firms outside London, in places like Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds and Bristol?": 1 of 6
- 79Ardentardent-management.comScore 8
- Named by 2 news or web sources since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 2 news or web sources in the windowReport a problemTheBusinessDesk, 3 Aug 2026: Birmingham infrastructure firm Ardent appoints first marketing leader
Insider Media, 4 Aug 2026: Ardent welcomes new head of marketing and communications
- 80Herd Consultingherd.consultingScore 8
- 1 public contract awarded, largest £286k
The evidence (1)
- Public contract1 public contract awarded, largest £286kReport a problemContracts Finder notice, 28 Oct 2026
- 81Mozaicmozaic.netScore 8
- 1 public contract awarded, largest £738k
The evidence (1)
- Public contract1 public contract awarded, largest £738kReport a problemContracts Finder notice, 13 Oct 2026
- 82CPC Project Servicescpcprojectservices.comScore 8
- 3 public contracts awarded, largest £634k
The evidence (1)
- Public contract3 public contracts awarded, largest £634kReport a problemContracts Finder notice, 25 Sep 2026
Contracts Finder notice, 6 Oct 2026
Contracts Finder notice, 6 Oct 2026
- 83ANS Groupans.co.ukScore 8
- 3 public contracts awarded, largest £707k
The evidence (1)
- Public contract3 public contracts awarded, largest £707kReport a problemContracts Finder notice, 28 Aug 2026
Contracts Finder notice, 15 Sep 2026
Contracts Finder notice, 27 Oct 2026
- 84Watson Ramsbottomwatsonramsbottom.comScore 8
- Director appointed: Benjamin Daniel Ashworth-George
- Director appointed: Emma Louise Walker
The evidence (2)
- New directorDirector appointed: Benjamin Daniel Ashworth-GeorgeReport a problemCompanies House filing, 20 Aug 2026
- New directorDirector appointed: Emma Louise WalkerReport a problemCompanies House filing, 20 Aug 2026
- 85FBC Manby Bowdlerfbcmb.co.ukScore 7
- Named in 2 of 60 AI-assistant answers
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (2)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 24 Sep 2026: String of promotions at PE-backed law firm FBC Manby Bowdler
- AI assistantsNamed in 2 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which British professional services firms have raised significant investment or made acquisitions in the last few months?": 2 of 6
- 86BREbregroup.comScore 6
- 2 roles posted since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- Hiring2 roles posted since 1 AugReport a problemIts jobs page, read 27 Oct 2026
- 87Sibyllinesibylline.comScore 6
- 6 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, about 1 per 100 staff (13 in all)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring6 UK roles posted since 1 Aug, about 1 per 100 staff (13 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 27 Oct 2026
- 88IMPOWER Consultingimpower.co.ukScore 6
- 1 role posted since 1 Aug, about 1 per 100 staff
The evidence (1)
- Hiring1 role posted since 1 Aug, about 1 per 100 staffReport a problemIts jobs page, read 19 Oct 2026
- 89BBGCbbgcservices.comScore 6
- 1 UK role posted since 1 Aug (12 in all)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring1 UK role posted since 1 Aug (12 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 4 Oct 2026
- 90DCA Design Internationaldca-design.comScore 6
- 1 role posted since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- Hiring1 role posted since 1 AugReport a problemIts jobs page, read 1 Oct 2026
- 91Global Commissioningglobal-cxm.comScore 6
- 1 UK role posted since 1 Aug (13 in all)
The evidence (1)
- Hiring1 UK role posted since 1 Aug (13 in all)Report a problemIts jobs page, read 25 Sep 2026
- 92Griffiths Waitegriffiths-waite.co.ukScore 6
- Staff rose from 46 to 51 in the year to Jun 2026, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 46 to 51 in the year to Jun 2026, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 30 Jun 2026: average staff 51, against 46 the year before
- 93Brindle & Green Environmental Consultantsbrindlegreen.co.ukScore 6
- Staff rose from 48 to 59 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accounts
The evidence (1)
- Staff numbersStaff rose from 48 to 59 in the year to Dec 2025, in its Companies House accountsReport a problemCompanies House accounts for the year to 31 Dec 2025: average staff 59, against 48 the year before
- 9442BR Barristers42br.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemLegal Cheek, 3 Aug 2026: 42BR Barristers and 4 Brick Court complete merger to form new mega-set
- 95Ballards LLPballardsllp.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 21 Oct 2026: Ballards welcomes new audit and accounts director
- 96Flint Globalflint-global.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemCity AM, 7 Oct 2026: Flint and FGS weighed deal for Mandelson's Global Counsel
- 97Quodquod.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemInsider Media, 17 Sep 2026: Powerhouse Perspective: Richard Frudd
- 98Route 101 Ltd.route101.comScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemThe Telegraph, 3 Sep 2026: Land Registry spends £2.3m to help staff work from home
- 99TerraQuestterraquest.co.ukScore 5
- Named by 1 news or web source since 1 Aug
The evidence (1)
- MentionsNamed by 1 news or web source in the windowReport a problemArchitects' Journal, 3 Aug 2026: Number of units in new housing schemes is up 50%, planning data shows
- 100Leonard Curtisleonardcurtis.co.ukScore 4
- Named in 5 of 60 AI-assistant answers
The evidence (1)
- AI assistantsNamed in 5 of 60 AI-assistant answersReport a problem"Which UK professional services firms are growing fastest right now?": 3 of 6
"Which UK accountancy and advisory firms are expanding fastest?": 2 of 6
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