Steve Denison to be new senior partner for PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP in the North

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) has announced that Steve Denison will be taking over as senior partner of its Northern practice with effect from 1 July. He will succeed Ron McMillan who is taking on the role of the territory senior partner of PwC in the Middle East.

Steve has been with PwC for 23 years and has spent the majority of his career working within the Northern business community. He joined the firm in Liverpool in 1985 before moving to Leeds in 1989. Steve became a partner in 1997 and has been leading PwC’s assurance practice in the region since 2006, delivering a wide range of audit, risk assurance and transaction services to the public and private sector. He remains the audit partner for a diverse portfolio of clients in the region from some of the largest listed companies to local entrepreneurial businesses.

44 year old Steve lives in Leeds, is married to Kath and they have 3 children. His interests outside of work include most sports, particularly football, golf and skiing. Commenting on his appointment Steve said:

“I have spent my career working with companies across the North and am passionate about taking on this role.

While these are difficult times, there are many well-managed and successful businesses in our region and we need to continue to work together in order to ride out the economic downturn. Some businesses will need to take tough decisions in the months ahead and it is important that they stay focused on maintaining a clear business strategy. In doing so, they can significantly enhance their chances of emerging from the downturn in a strong position.

PwC is No. 1 in the North and our focus remains on growth and continuing to deliver excellent client service. We are committed to ensure we deploy the full breadth of our expertise to the benefit of all our clients irrespective of their size.”

PwC provides audit, tax and business advisory support to clients across the full spectrum of industry from large multinationals to early stage start-ups. Dedicated teams also provide specialist expertise in corporate finance, performance improvement consulting and human resources services. PwC is the largest professional services firm in the North with six offices across the region – Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool, Newcastle, Hull and Sheffield.

Ron McMillan comments:

"The last nine years have been a real highlight of my career with PwC. It has been a period of unprecedented growth, which is a tribute to the hard work of all our people.

“I am delighted to hand over the regional leadership to Steve – he has grown our assurance practice and now has the opportunity to bring his considerable skills to bear in his new role.

Contact details
Email: Steve Denison
Tel: +44 (0) 113 288 2255