Businesses from across the capital can now submit entries for the prestigious London & South East Finance Awards, hosted by leading recruitment firm Robert Walters.

Following the success of its sister awards in the North West and West Midlands – the ceremony has now moved to the capital & it’s surrounding areas. The one-of-a-kind accolade recognising the work and achievements of the region’s top finance professionals and businesses

Featuring categories which span across industries from Retail, Media & Publishing to Leisure, Hospitality and Tech.

The awards will recognise the work of young professionals just making waves in their careers in the Rising Star of the Year category – to the consistent dedication and hard-work of more seasoned professionals in the Finance Leader and Senior Finance Leader categories.

The deadline for entries is Friday 14 July 2023. The judging period will take place between Monday 4 September & Friday 15th September – where applicants will be judged by a panel of the awards’ executive partners and a regional industry expert guest judge.

Tom Mullin, Director of Robert Walters London, comments:

“Thanks to the resounding success of its sister awards in the North West and West Midlands, the year of the London & the South East Finance Awards has arrived. I cannot wait to see the breadth of incredible work from finance professionals working across different sectors.

“With just over two months remaining for entries, it’s important for professionals to shine a light on the superstars of their businesses.”

Abdul Goffar, Director of ACCA UK comments:

“ACCA are proud to be partnering with Robert Walters, HSBC & CFGI for the first year of the London & South East Finance Awards! It gives us a unique chance to celebrate outstanding finance professionals who are going above and beyond for their companies and teams.

“We cannot wait to hear all about the brilliant finance teams and individuals powering the capital’s finance industry.”

Matt Osborne, Head of Corporate Banking at HSBC comments:
“HSBC are delighted to be supporting the first instalment of the London Finance Awards. We welcome any opportunity to acknowledge the tireless work of our local finance community, especially in their efforts across different industries.
“I look forward to reviewing the applications of the capital’s finest financial talent.”

Greg Taylor, Partner at CFGI comments:
“The last few years for any industry have been turbulent to say the least, but thanks to the steadfast work of finance professions, teams and leaders – there is much to be celebrated and now is the time to do it!
“The awards should be an essential event in the diary of finance professionals across London and we look forward to being a part of it.”

The ceremony – hosted in partnership with ACCA, HSBC & CFGI – will take place on Thursday 2 November at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House London and will see over 1,000 professionals from the region gather to celebrate the outstanding achievements of the region’s business and finance community.