Mike’s Top Tips for thriving at Aztec and finding a career that you love
Despite the scale and speed of Aztec’s growth, Mike believes the heart of the business has never changed.
“Our values were never just words. They’ve been lived from day one, carried forward by the people we hire and the expectations we set.”
That consistency has kept him here for 20 years. But it’s the quality of the work, and the calibre of the people doing it, that he finds most exceptional.
He believes the breadth of roles and the responsibilities entrusted to teams at Aztec cultivate genuine fund experts, much like the Big Four nurture top-tier accountants. Development is never limited by narrow roles or “being part of a machine.” Instead, they gain real depth of expertise – something clients (and even competitors) genuinely value.
He sees it every day. Our teams routinely close multi‑million‑dollar funds with scores of investors, under tight deadlines, while dealing directly with highly skilled investment professionals and lawyers. In these high-pressure environments, Aztec employees are not only respected but also relied upon as vital contributors to the process.
This is a guiding principle in how Mike leads his team. He encourages his colleagues to challenge themselves, develop into industry experts, and experience the same sense of pride and accomplishment that has defined his own career.
Aztec has consistently been an ambitious, successful, and fast-growing organisation, and that ambition continues to create opportunities for progression across the business. Mike has personally benefited from this environment, always finding space to align his aspirations and abilities with the company’s trajectory.
Looking to the future, Mike is confident that the next five to ten years for Aztec will be among the most exciting yet – whether for those just beginning their careers or for long-standing colleagues advancing their journeys.
“There’s still so much to achieve,” he says. “And that’s what motivates me now; giving my team the same meaningful experience I’ve had. If they feel supported, fulfilled and excited about their future here, that’s what success looks like.”
Mike’s Top Tips for thriving at Aztec and finding a career that you love:
- Come to work and invest in what you’re doing; give to the team, give to your teammates, and give to our clients.
- Your job today doesn’t have to be your job in a few years. Aztec is full of opportunities: geographical, technical, strategic, and there’s so much more to come.
- Be a Goat not a Sheep. Make your voice count. Don’t just follow the crowd; stay curious, think independently, and shape your own path.