Azets recruits new corporate finance associate director in Yorkshire
International accountancy and business advisory group Azets has strengthened its Corporate Finance team in Yorkshire with the appointment of Ben Hick as associate director in its Leeds office.
Ben joins Azets with a decade’ experience at PwC and KPMG Corporate Finance advising privately owned and private equity businesses across a variety of sectors including business services, industrials and technology, media and telecoms (TMT).
His most recent role was as corporate development director at a large private equity (PE) backed business supporting its national and international expansion plans.
Ben’s expertise includes advice about private equity investment and trade exits, cross-border deals, carve-outs and growth capital raises.
He will support a range of businesses at different points in their journey, in Yorkshire, nationwide and cross-border.
UK head of Corporate Finance Lee Humble said: “Ben will further strengthen the expertise and depth of our team so we can continue to provide best in class service.
“He joins after an exceptional year for our team in 2025, which has seen us recognised in the North East, Yorkshire and nationally as one of the leading providers of Corporate Finance advice and support, and will be the first of many hires we make this year as we look expand the team to fulfil growing demand.
“I am confident that he will make a major contribution to another great year ahead as we continue to support clients in multiple industries, across the UK and internationally.”
Ben, who is based in Azets’ Leeds office, is the firm’s first Corporate Finance team hire of 2026.
In 2025, four new partners joined and there were 18 promotions. New hires included Iffy Hussein as a Corporate Finance Partner in Azets’ Leeds office, who will be working alongside Ben.
Ben said: “I am thrilled to be joining a formidable corporate finance team with such an excellent reputation.
“With its national strength and local focus, Azets has a reputation for delivering high quality advice and building long-lasting relationships. I look forward to working with the team and playing my part in providing that support while contributing to the continued growth of Azets.”