Specialist professional services recruitment firm Ambition has appointed Lorraine Twist as Director of Professional Services Accounting & Consulting firms. In this position she will lead teams across Audit, Advisory, Consulting & Tax in the UK & Europe.
Lorraine joins from Hays, bringing a strong track record in professional services fee earning recruitment.
“I’m delighted to be joining Ambition at such an exciting time for the business,” Lorraine said. “Professional Services is a sector I’m genuinely passionate about, and one where I’ve had the privilege of building long-term relationships with both clients and candidates.
“Leading and developing high-performing teams has been a consistent highlight of my career,” she added. “I enjoy helping people achieve their potential, supporting clients with their growth ambitions, and creating career opportunities that make a real difference. I thrive in growth-focused businesses where collaboration, innovation and exceptional client service are at the heart of what we do.”
She adds that she was drawn to Ambition by its high-quality reputation, people-first culture, and the opportunity to contribute to the next phase of the business’s growth. “I’m excited to be working alongside such a talented and supportive team, building on the firm’s strong foundations and continuing to deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients, candidates and colleagues. I’m looking forward to getting started,” she said.
Matthew Gardner, Managing Director at Ambition, said: “Securing someone of Lorraine’s calibre is a significant addition to our UK team at such an exciting time, following a record-breaking 18 months for the business. We have seen our clients’ people and growth challenges become increasingly complex, nuanced, and varied, creating a growing demand for deeper expertise and more tailored recruitment and talent solutions.”
