Grant Thornton appoints head of Scottish Employers Solutions practice

Grant Thornton has appointed a new director as it sets its sights on further growth in Scotland.

With more than 16 years’ experience in equity incentives, including eight years in the Scottish marketplace, Anita Eunson will be based in Edinburgh and lead the firm’s Scottish Employers Solutions practice.

The chartered tax advisor will specialise in helping Scottish-based clients find tax-efficient methods of incentivising and retaining key executives and employees, as well as providing day-to-day advice on their all-employee share plans, and a range of other services including transaction advice, and support for multi-national companies on the tax implications of awarding equity incentives in various jurisdictions.

Vishal Chopra, partner and head of tax at Grant Thornton in Scotland, said: “Anita has a significant amount of experience in her field, having worked with a vast range of clients, from large oil and gas companies to private-equity backed and owner-managed businesses.

“As a leading member of our team, she will help support and drive further growth for the businesses that Grant Thornton works with throughout Scotland, particularly in the East, where we’re seeing a raft of new opportunities following the opening of our Aberdeen office last year. I’m confident Anita will be an extremely valuable as we strive to build a vibrant economy for our clients.”

Ms Eunson, added: “Employers are facing rapid, disruptive change and that makes it more important than ever that they’re equipped with the right understanding of the methods available to incentivise and retain an increasingly mobile workforce. I’m looking forwarding to bringing my experience with me to such a forward-thinking, vibrant company that is focused on shaping sustainable, long-term growth for business in Scotland.”