Azets in the North West announces senior appointment and regional promotions

Azets, the Top 10 UK Accountancy firm, has announced the appointment of Nadine Crosby as Private Client Tax Partner and the promotion of Martin Woodhall to Restructuring and Insolvency (R&I) Director.

As a qualified Certified Accountant and Chartered Tax Advisor, Nadine specialises in advising business owners and high-net-worth individuals on a wide range of private client tax matters.

With over 25 years’ experience, her expertise encompasses trust and estate planning, family investment companies, inheritance tax, and capital gains tax, often involving offshore elements. Nadine is frequently engaged in ad-hoc advisory projects, providing strategic guidance on family succession planning, business restructuring for entrepreneurs and wealth preservation.

Martin is a qualified Insolvency Practitioner and Chartered Accountant, specialising in formal insolvency and restructuring appointments within the SME market. With over 21 years’ experience, he advises corporates, lenders, and other stakeholders across a broad range of sectors affected by financial stress or distress. Martin works closely with business owners and finance providers to identify practical solutions that preserve value and support recovery. His experience spans solvent and insolvent liquidations, administrations, and restructuring projects, helping clients navigate complex financial challenges with clarity and confidence. He is recognised for his pragmatic approach and commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for all parties involved.

Other senior promotions include Lewis Parry and Vicky Pickering, both promoted to Tax Associate Director, as well as Adam Hilton-Mason and Adam Hooley, who have both been promoted to Audit Associate Director.

The firm has also welcomed back Rebecca Bolton, who has returned as a Senior Tax Advisory Manager. Rebecca brings 12 years of experience in corporate tax, with expertise across multiple industries and particular specialisms in restructuring, share schemes, and R&D.

Susanna Cassey, Regional Managing Partner at Azets, commented: “We’re delighted to announce Nadine’s appointment as Private Client Tax Partner and Martin’s promotion to R&I Director, alongside several other senior promotions across the region. In total, we promoted 34 people across our seven North West offices – a testament to our commitment to recognising and developing talent from within. Each individual has shown exceptional dedication, expertise, and ambition, and I’m proud to see their achievements celebrated. Our continued investment in our people reflects the growing demand for our services across both general and specialist areas, supporting our ongoing growth across the UK.”

Azets is an international business advisory group with regional offices in Burnley, Bolton, Lancaster, Manchester, Preston, Shrewsbury, St Asaph and Stockport.