Russ is a Chartered Tax Adviser with over 30 years experience gained at some of the biggest business advisory firms in the world. He leads a team which specialises in corporate tax and M&A transactions for clients based throughout the UK and across the world.
Russ has significant experience in advising UK and international groups on corporation tax compliance, transfer pricing and structuring to mitigate their global tax liabilities. His approach is to work closely with the group’s Directors to deliver commercial and pragmatic advice that supports their long term objectives. The Leeds based corporate advisory team also enjoys working with companies and their shareholders as they establish, grow and ultimately exit their business because of the varied nature of advice they need throughout. Russ has particular expertise in structuring shareholder ownership to maximise Business Asset Disposal Relief and advising companies, shareholders and private equity houses on M&A transactions, including refinancing, disposals and management buy-outs.