Paul qualified as a chartered accountant in 1974, became a partner in Morgan, Brown and Spofforth (MBS) in 1975 and then its senior partner in 1986. He has extensive corporate finance experience, having advised in his capacity as director and shareholder on the flotations of Inspirations plc and Capcon Holdings plc on the Unlisted Securities Market of the London Stock Exchange and Alternative Investment Market respectively. Inspirations plc subsequently transferred to the Official List. His responsibilities within the Group include business development, strategy and corporate finance.