EY has appointed Ben Morphet as its new financial services leader for the Midlands in the UK.
Birmingham-based Morphet succeeds Martina Neary, who has moved into the role of UK and Ireland Financial Services Clients and Industries leader.
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In his new post, Morphet will be responsible for further expanding the regional financial services team and EY’s offering for companies based in, or operating from, the Midlands.
Neary said: “I am delighted to see Ben step into this role. He has been instrumental in growing our financial services team in the region and has a strong track record, with a real commitment to the Midlands.
“I know that, under Ben’s leadership, the Financial Services team will continue to grow from strength to strength, and I look forward to supporting him with that continued growth.”
Morphet, who joined EY in 2004, has spent 18 years working in financial services. As a partner focused on audit and assurance, he primarily works with large life insurance groups, general insurers and pension schemes.
He has led sizeable external audits as well as a range of assurance engagements, and in recent years has been closely involved in developing the company’s Midlands financial services practice.
The team delivers services across assurance, tax, technology, and business and risk consulting to clients in banking and capital markets, insurance, and wealth and asset management.
Morphet said: “The Midlands is an incredibly important part of the UK financial services landscape, with a diverse mix of established institutions and fast-growing businesses.
“The region also has a fantastic talent pool, with leading universities and a growing professional services community. I am excited to work with our teams, clients and broader stakeholders as we help them navigate the landscape ahead.”
