The partners of Grant Thornton UK LLP and RSM Robson Rhodes LLP have agreed to merge to create a combined accounting and business advisory group in the UK.
The new firm will operate as Grant Thornton UK LLP, with the merger expected to complete on 1 July.
The merger establishes Grant Thornton UK LLP as the UK’s fifth largest accounting and business advisory group based on fee income (approximately 375 million), with more than 300 partners and 4,400 staff and operating from 33 locations.
“RSM Robson Rhodes represents a perfect fit for Grant Thornton, boosting the firm’s expertise and reputation in financial services, property & construction, health and education and public sector work,” said Michael Cleary, CEO of the newly merged business.