MHA, an independent UK member of Baker Tilly International, has appointed Murray Watt as partner and head of operations.

In this position, Watt will work with the CEO and senior leadership to implement MHA’s growth, transformation and operational priorities.

MHA group chairman and CEO Rakesh Shaunak said: “Murray brings a rare combination of strategic clarity and operational discipline.

“His experience driving growth and transformation initiatives across global markets will be invaluable as we continue to build a scalable, innovative firm that delivers exceptional outcomes for our people and clients.”

Watt has spent more than 12 years within the Baker Tilly network.

As regional director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) at Baker Tilly International, he worked with member companies to design and execute region‑specific strategies, helping convert strategic goals into measurable outcomes.

He also served as enterprise strategy director at Baker Tilly US, where he worked with C‑suite executives and senior leaders to shape and deliver strategy at the overall company and individual business unit levels.

Watt said: “I am thrilled to be joining MHA at such an exciting time. With a clear strategy and bold ambition for the future, there is enormous opportunity to build on the strong foundations already in place.

“I am looking forward to partnering with Rakesh and the wider leadership team to drive disciplined, focused execution across our most important transformation and growth priorities.”

MHA provides audit, tax, consulting and advisory services.

In December 2025, the company agreed to acquire Moore Stephens and Moore Stephens Consulting, collectively known as MS UAE, for $9.8m (£7.24m).