Edinburgh-based Standard Life has announced the appointment of Paul McGhee as head of Brexit strategy.

Mr McGhee joins from the Association for Financial Markets in Europe (AFME), where he recently served as director of strategy.

He previously worked as head of infrastructure finance for the Scottish Government and has also held key roles within the Treasury and the European Commission.

A spokesperson for Standard Life told Scottish Financial News: “The Head of Brexit Strategy role was created as part of our planning for exiting from the European Union.

“In this role, Paul will have senior project management responsibilities, engaging with stakeholders and taking responsibility for coordinating our company wide preparations for Brexit. He will report to Graeme McEwan, Chief Communications Officer.

“As you would expect, we are following Brexit developments closely and remain focused on providing continuity of service to all of our clients and customers. Paul will have a significant role to play in helping us do this.”