Scottish accountancy heavyweight brings together 60 new starters as it nurtures next generation
“Investing in young people gives them the skills, confidence and opportunities they need to build careers they love” – Clare Dyer, chief people officer
Accounting and professional services firm AAB welcomed more than 60 graduates, apprentices and placements for its annual student induction as it continues to invest in the “next generation of talent”.
The two-day programme at Dalmahoy in Edinburgh brought together new starters from across the UK and Ireland.
Bosses said the induction played an important part in helping the firm’s newest colleagues understand AAB’s “culture, values and ambitions”, while giving them the chance to build relationships that will support them throughout their careers.
Derek Mair, now head of AAB’s north of Scotland region, joined the firm as a trainee in 1996 and has since progressed through audit partner and head of Aberdeen to his current role. Stuart Rose, who also joined as a trainee in Aberdeen, is now audit partner and head of the firm’s Edinburgh office. Both attended the latest induction event.
Clare Dyer, chief people officer at AAB, said: “Supporting and developing the next generation isn’t just something we do, it’s one of our core foundational values. Investing in young people gives them the skills, confidence and opportunities they need to build careers they love.
“It’s also a commitment shared across the wider AAB Group as we continue to create opportunities for future talent in every region where we operate.”
Backed by Goldman Sachs Alternatives, AAB now employs more than 1,800 people and generates some £200 million in revenue, having expanded through strategic acquisitions, investment and senior hires.
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