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Grant Thornton trailblazer shortlisted for prestigious Asian Jewel award

Deepak Malhotra, director within the Entrepreneurial Services team at Grant Thornton has been shortlisted for the prestigious Lloyds TSB Asian Jewel Awards under the 'Professional Excellence' category.  The category aims to celebrate the success and achievements of British Asian professionals working within legal, finance and management professions.

Anuj Chande, Head of South Asia Group at Grant Thornton comments, "Deepak has been shortlisted by his clients and peers in recognition of his continued contribution to the growth of Grant Thornton's South Asia Group. He has worked hard to develop practical solutions for clients and they value his dedication and commitment to often very complex projects.  The Asian Jewel Awards are recognised as marks of excellence within the South Asian business community.  Deepak being shortlisted is testimony to his rapid progression within the team."

Malhotra is one of the few tax specialists within a large firm to specifically advise individuals of South Asian origin and has significant experience in dealing with their complex domicile issues. 

"I am delighted to have been shortlisted for such a prestigious award. I feel very privileged to be in a position where I can support and advise successful entrepreneurs on their tax affairs,” says Malhotra.

Malhotra joined Grant Thornton in 2006 as part of the London Private Client team.  He quickly developed his career within the firm and was appointed director in January 2009 after being in the tax profession for only six years.  He currently is head of Grant Thornton's South Asia Group Private Client team and advises some of the wealthiest Asian families in the UK and the Indian diaspora.  At 33 years old, he is the youngest head of a department within the South Asia Group.

The awards ceremony will take place on 7th November 2009 at the Hilton Park Lane, London.