In his new role, Mr Millar will lead Insights corporate development and alliances agenda, build its strategic market planning capability, and spearhead the marketing teams.

His leadership will be pivotal in helping the Dundee-based global people development company achieve its ambitious revenue targets. He will oversee these teams to stimulate demand, extend the reach and success of the Insights brand and deepen the impact of the company’s purpose globally.

Mr Millar said: “I am excited to lead our corporate development and marketing efforts at such a pivotal time for Insights.

“With a clear vision and dedicated teams, we are well positioned to continue to make a significant impact in the global market and build more value for our customers over the coming months.”

Fiona Logan, chief executive of Insights Learning and Development, commented: “Our market position is stronger than ever and we have now placed a strategic focus on corporate development and adding even more value to our customer communities.

“We have experienced strong growth over the last few years and have ambitious plans to continue our global expansion, exploring emerging markets and new technologies. Neil’s appointment marks a significant step forward in realizing those ambitions.

“We are investing in new skills and capabilities to be agile in our response to changing economic conditions. Neil’s knowledge of Insights and our customers, combined with his broad commercial expertise, makes him the perfect leader to help drive our response holding our purpose at the core of everything we do.”a