Central Functions

Central Functions are the backbone of Ad Valorem, bringing together teams across IT & Project Management, Business Development, Business Support, and Internal Finance. These teams keep the firm running smoothly, support our colleagues, and help drive our growth. From managing technology and delivering projects, to supporting clients and colleagues behind the scenes, generating new opportunities, and ensuring our finances remain strong, Central Functions play a vital role in enabling the whole business to succeed. If you enjoy variety, collaboration, and making a real impact across an organisation, a career in one of our Central Functions teams could be the perfect fit.

Meet the Experts

The Central Functions teams are a collaborative group of specialists who work closely with colleagues across the entire firm. Whether supporting technology and projects, driving business development, providing administrative support, or managing internal finance, they play a key role in keeping the business running smoothly. The teams are approachable, proactive, and always looking for better ways to support colleagues and improve how the firm operates. Knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and hands on learning are central to the culture, creating a great environment to develop both professional and practical skills.

Nikki Adams

Joint Managing Director

Neil Woolmer

Group Operations Director

Luke Adams

Acquisitions and Growth Director

Sophie Wright

Head of Sales

Vicky Carr

Group Financial Controller

Charlotte Martland Assoc.CIPD

Head of HR and Business Support

Matthew Walters

IT Operations Manager

How You Can Grow Here

A career within Central Functions at Ad Valorem offers variety, responsibility, and clear opportunities for progression. Whether your interests lie in Business Support and administration, Business Development and marketing, IT and Project Management, or Internal Finance, there are many ways to build your expertise and grow your career.

Each area plays an important role in supporting the wider firm. From keeping the business organised and running efficiently, to helping drive growth, delivering technology projects, and managing the firm’s finances, these teams contribute directly to the success of both our people and our clients. As you develop your skills and experience, there are opportunities to take on greater responsibility, broaden your knowledge, and progress within the business.

A Day in the Life

A typical day within our Central Functions teams is varied and collaborative. You might start by supporting colleagues with day to day operational needs, coordinating projects, or helping manage internal processes. As the day progresses, you could be working on business development activities, assisting with financial tasks, improving systems, or helping organise key administrative support for the wider firm.

No two days are the same. Each role contributes in a different way to keeping the business running smoothly, supporting colleagues, and helping Ad Valorem continue to grow.

“IT here is about more than fixing problems — it’s about helping the whole business work better. The variety of work and the trust you’re given make it a really rewarding team to be part of.”

Matthew Walters IT Operations Manager