Ambition appoints Lorraine Twist as Director of Professional Services - Accounting & Consulting firms

​Ambition is delighted to announce the appointment of Lorraine Twist as Director of Professional Services - Accounting & Consulting firms, leading 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.

Commenting on her appointment, Lorraine said:

"I'm delighted to be joining Ambition at such an exciting time for the business. 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. 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.

"What drew me to Ambition was its high-quality reputation, its 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."

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Matthew Gardner, Managing Director at Ambition, said:

“Securing someone of Lorraine’s calibre is a significant addition to our team at such an exciting time, following a record-breaking 18 months for the UK business.

We have seen our clients' people and growth ambitions become increasingly complex, nuanced, and varied, creating a growing demand for deeper expertise and more tailored recruitment and talent solutions.

Lorraine’s appointment underscores our commitment to partnering closely with clients to shape innovative talent strategies, unlock opportunities within specialist markets and deliver solutions that drive sustainable growth and competitive advantage. Her leadership will play a pivotal role in ensuring we continue to evolve alongside our clients and remain at the forefront of the industry.” ​

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