EIGHT graduates have joined the Poole office of Mazars.

They are among 30 welcomed by the international accounting, tax and advisory firm at its offices across the south as part of its national September intake.

Fourteen went to the Sutton office and eight to Bristol.

Elisabeth Maxwell, south region managing partner for Mazars, said: “As we embark on a new financial year at Mazars, we are pleased to be joined by 30 new graduates in the south region, which demonstrates our commitment to growth and the recruitment of fresh young talent.

“We truly value our graduates and want their time with us to really count. We offer a range of career opportunities including the chance to work with a truly diverse mix of interesting clients, across different services areas and potential international assignments.”

Nationally, Mazars’ September intake is 170, made up of graduates, school leavers and industrial placements, across 14 of its 19 offices.