Professional services group S&W has appointed Alexandra Bray as partner in the business tax team at its Bristol office.

Bray brings more than 15 years’ industry experience and returns to S&W after spending four-and-a-half years at KPMG.

Before her initial spell with the practice, she also held a role at PricewaterhouseCoopers.

During her career she has advised a wide range of businesses on financial, commercial and transactional tax issues, working with leadership teams on complex matters.

S&W said Bray’s appointment is part of a broader phase of investment in its senior team in Bristol.

S&W Bristol business tax head and partner Katherine Colledge said: “It is fantastic to have Alexandra on board and I am very much looking forward to working with her again.

“She has a genuinely client-focused approach that aligns perfectly with us at S&W, and her energy and experience will be a real asset to the team as we continue to strengthen our presence in the South West.”

In January, Graham Charlton joined as a partner in private client tax services, and this month Dan Goodall arrived as a consulting partner.

The office has also seen internal promotions, with consulting specialist Lynne Blakey and corporate finance specialist Sabial Hanif both promoted to partner.

Bray’s arrival continues the expansion of S&W’s business tax team. She will focus on building the company’s business tax presence in the South West, working with regional and national colleagues to develop market relationships and provide strategic advice to clients.

Bray said: “I am delighted to be re-joining S&W at such an exciting point in its growth journey.

“The firm has an exceptional reputation for supporting ambitious businesses, and I look forward to working with clients across Bristol and the South West to deliver commercially grounded advice and support businesses as they navigate pivotal moments in their growth journey.”