Built Around People. Connected by Purpose.

ETL GLOBAL UK is more than a group of specialist firms, we are a community of professionals shaping the way we work, grow, and support each other. Our teams collaborate across disciplines and offices, sharing knowledge and expertise to deliver meaningful client outcomes.

We invest in long-term careers, mentoring, and professional development, creating an environment where people can thrive, take ownership of their work, and make a real impact. Our strength lies in our people, their skills, ambition, and commitment unite us as a group and drive everything we do.

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Our Story

Built With Purpose

ETL Group was founded on a clear principle: specialist firms and their people thrive when they are supported, connected, and trusted. From the very beginning, our aim has been to build a sustainable group where expertise is valued, individuality is respected, and careers can flourish over time.

Today, our journey is driven by the people who join us and the shared values that guide our growth, both locally and across the international group of ETL GLOBAL.

Foundation of what would become the wider ETL Group

ETL develops into one of Germany’s leading SME-focused advisory firms, specialising in accounting, tax, and legal services

Expansion into the UK, with the first UK firms joining the Group

Launch of ETL GLOBAL as the Group’s international platform marks the beginning of a coordinated global expansion

Establishment of the first UK legal firm, turning the UK into a fully multi-disciplinary professional services platform

Introduction of centralised services in the UK, designed to enhance support, efficiency, and value delivery across partner firms

Significant international scaling achieved:

  • Presence in 50+ countries
  • 1,000+ offices globally
  • Annual revenues exceed €1 billion

ETL Global UK enters the Top 20 UK accountancy rankings (Top 50+50) for the first time

Continued global expansion and investment:

  • Presence grows to 60+ countries
  • Group expands to 1,600+ offices worldwide

Ongoing growth across the UK through new firms, services, and acquisitions

Independent, But Never Isolated

Being part of ETL Group means working in close-knit teams while benefiting from the strength of a wider group. Each local firm retains its identity and autonomy, while collaboration, shared knowledge, and support connect us across locations, disciplines, and countries. 

For our people, this creates a rare balance: independence with opportunityfamiliarity with room to grow. 

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How We Work

Values You’ll See Every Day

Our values aren’t just words, they guide how we work, grow, and deliver for clients. Collaboration, integrity, growth, innovation, and purpose are reflected in cross‑firm teamwork, mentoring, and ethical practice, creating a culture where colleagues are supported, challenged, and recognised.

icon for Collaboration – Colleagues across firms, disciplines, and offices work together to solve complex client challenges and learn from each other.
Collaboration – Colleagues across firms, disciplines, and offices work together to solve complex client challenges and learn from each other.
icon for Growth – Structured mentoring, professional qualifications, and clear pathways from trainee to partner.
Growth – Structured mentoring, professional qualifications, and clear pathways from trainee to partner.
icon for Opportunity – Exposure to international clients, cross-border projects, and diverse sectors to build experience.
Opportunity – Exposure to international clients, cross-border projects, and diverse sectors to build experience.
icon for Recognition – Achievements are acknowledged, supporting long-term career growth.
Recognition – Achievements are acknowledged, supporting long-term career growth.
Looking Ahead

Growing Thoughtfully

ETL Group continues to evolve, welcoming new firms, strengthening expertise, and expanding opportunities across the UK and internationally through ETL GLOBAL.

Our growth is always guided by our values, ensuring we remain:

  • People-focused – supporting careers and development
  • Connected – fostering collaboration across firms and countries
  • Sustainable – building a group that thrives over the long term
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Explore opportunities across the group

We are always looking for talented legal professionals who value quality, collaboration, and long term career development. Explore current opportunities within ETL GLOBAL UK firms and discover where your legal career could take you.