What makes UNW a great place to work?
When we ask our team members what makes UNW a great place to work, time and time again they say it’s the people that they work with.
Supportive, friendly, progressive, flexible, inclusive, welcoming, approachable, ambitious, caring and fun are just some of the words they use to describe UNW’s culture.
And it’s that unique culture, built on hard work and a commitment to providing the very best service to our clients that sets us apart from others and attracts some of the brightest and most experienced talent to UNW.
Based in the very heart of Newcastle city centre, we are committed to creating a thriving environment in which everyone feels valued and proud of their work. No gimmicks, just strong support and genuine opportunities to develop.
We are currently creating career opportunities across all areas of our business – Audit & Assurance, Tax, Corporate Finance and Accounting Services – at all levels, so if you are looking for a change from the norm, then please view our current vacancies here or email recruitment@unw.co.uk.
Life at UNW...
From Trainee to the Top in Ten Years
UNW are delighted to announce the promotion of Peter Sym to partner in our Audit and Assurance department.
Annual Firm Away Day 2025
We brought the whole firm together at Kingston Park Stadium for our annual away day – a chance to connect, reflect on our purpose, celebrate achievements, and enjoy some healthy competition.
Smulders Site Visit
Recently, members of our Audit Team had the opportunity to tour the impressive Wallsend site of our client Smulders and gain a closer look at their work in offshore wind and steel construction.
UNW Hiking Club
Colleagues from across the firm took part in the second outing of our UNW Hiking Club, braving the rain together and enjoying a great day outdoors.
Sam Johnson Memorial Charity Cup & Fun Day 2024
On Saturday 20th July 2024, we held the third Sam Johnson Memorial Charity Cup & Fun Day in memory of our friend and colleague. And what an amazing day it was!
Wizard of Oz-themed Employment Taxes update
Our latest Wizard of Oz themed Employment Taxes event at The Catalyst was a shoe clicking hit, with over 100 clients and contacts enjoying the event.
Tolley’s Taxation Awards 2025
UNW’s Employment Taxes Team was named ‘Best Employment Tax Team’ at the prestigious Tolley’s Taxation Awards 2025 – the second national award win for the team in recent years.
UNW Curry Club
Colleagues from across the firm came together at Mowgli Street Food for an evening of great food at our quarterly Curry Club social event.
Charity of the Year 2025/26
We’re proud to be supporting HospiceCare North Northumberland as our Charity of the Year – helping them continue to provide vital end-of-life, dementia, and bereavement care to communities across the region.
Lydia Soare
Lydia joined UNW in February 2022 as Accounts Senior in our Accounting Services department
James McGill
James joined UNW's graduate programme in 2018 as part of the Audit & Assurance department, becoming a fully qualified chartered accountant in 2021.
Shonali Anthony Pillai
Shonali joined UNW’s apprenticeship programme in September 2019 and is currently working towards the completion of her AAT qualification.
Anne Hallowell
Anne Hallowell joined UNW in 2013, growing the firm’s charity sector expertise before being promoted to partner in 2018.
Emily Crawford
Emily joined UNW's graduate programme in 2019 and recently ranked an incredible 14th place in the world in the ICAEW Professional Annual International Order of Merit.
Ben Robison
Ben joined UNW in September 2016 as a Tax Apprentice, after choosing the apprenticeship route rather than starting University.
