MHA enhances its Global Mobility offering with significant partner appointment

National accountancy and business advisory firm MHA, the UK member firm of Baker Tilly International, has strengthened its global mobility offering with the appointment of partner and head of global mobility James Smith.

Based in London but with a national role, James will lead the global mobility offering supporting businesses from a wide variety of sectors, but whose employees have an international aspect to their role.

With more than 13 years commercial experience, primarily within a number of the Big Four accountancy firms, James brings a wealth of experience. Having worked across some of the largest and most complex international mobility programmes, as well as with employers with a burgeoning international presence, he is able to advise on optimal people strategies and compliance obligations for all employers.

Rakesh Shaunak, managing partner and group chairman at MHA said: 

“As a firm we have a globally united ethos, meaning that we adapt to our clients ever evolving business needs with a local knowledge and global reach.

“James joins the firm with a fantastic pedigree in global mobility and his knowledge and expertise will be a huge asset to the firm and to the businesses with which we service.”

On his appointment, James said: 

“I’m incredibly excited to join MHA. Being a part of a firm that has experienced significant growth shows the ambitions that the firm possess which mirror my own.

“The global nature of my role, compliments that of MHA and their position within the Baker Tilly global network demonstrates that investment in specialist areas is key to their operation.

“The opportunity to work with a great team but also have the benefit of a large global network behind me is highly desirable as a global mobility specialist.

“I look forward to joining a dynamic and collaborative team and seeing what benefits this brings to my clients.”