Ensors becomes part of Azets
Azets is pleased to announce that Ensors, one of East Anglia’s oldest and most respected firms of chartered accountants, has joined the Group, marking Azets’ entry into a new UK region and an exciting new chapter for both firms, their people and their clients.
The deal brings together two of the UK’s leading accounting and business advisory firms, with a shared focus on people, long-term client relationships and sustainable growth.
Established more than 130 years ago, Ensors has grown into a regional leader with over 300 colleagues across six offices in Bury St Edmunds, Cambridge, Huntingdon, Ipswich, Norwich and Saxmundham. The firm provides a full range of services including audit, tax, corporate finance, business recovery and forensic accounting.
As part of Azets, Ensors’ clients will continue to receive the same trusted advice and high-quality service from the same teams they know and trust – now with the added benefit of broader access to specialist expertise, new service lines, and the scale of an international group.
For Azets, the acquisition establishes a strong presence in East Anglia and creates a new regional platform for future growth, including further investment, recruitment, and M&A in the area.
Colleagues across Ensors will benefit from Azets’ investment in people, technology and infrastructure, creating new opportunities for development and enabling even stronger service delivery for clients.
Ensors will have its own dedicated regional leadership team, led by David Scrivener as regional managing director, East. Ensors will continue to trade under its current brand endorsed as ‘part of Azets’ for approximately 12 months, during a phased integration period.
David Scrivener commented: “This is a proud and exciting moment for Ensors. We’ve built a strong and trusted business by focusing on our people, our clients, and our communities. Joining Azets marks the next phase of our growth, enabling us to offer even more to the clients we serve and the people we employ.”
“We’ve found a like-minded partner in Azets – one that shares our values, our ambition, and our commitment to delivering high-quality, personalised advice. We look forward to what we can achieve together.”
Peter Gallanagh, UK chief executive officer at Azets, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Ensors to Azets. The firm has an outstanding reputation in East Anglia, a talented team, and a strong track record of growth. This marks an important milestone as we expand into a new region of the UK, and we’re excited about the opportunities it creates for our clients and our people. Culturally and strategically, the fit is excellent and together, we are well placed to invest, grow, and build on the success of both firms.”
Legal advice was provided to Azets by Shoosmiths LLP, with Greene & Greene Solicitors advising Ensors.