Appointments

Freeths has strengthened its commercial practice in Scotland with the appointment of partner Richard Lockhart to its Glasgow office. Mr Lockhart, who joins from Burness Paull, specialises in programme development, government policy implementation, governance, procurement, funding and commercial advi

Fund and asset manager Thriving Investments has announced the appointment of Ed Crockett as fund manager for its £260m New Avenue Living fund, strengthening the platform’s continued growth across Scotland and Manchester. New Avenue Living is Thriving Investments’ essential worker h

Independent insurance broker, TL Dallas, which has seven offices across Scotland, has appointed Tim Mortimer as its new chief executive, as the fourth-generation family firm positions itself for the next phase of managed growth. Group managing director and fourth generation family member, Polly Stav

AAB has appointed Lorraine Quinn as partner and head of audit for its Glasgow office. Ms Quinn joins AAB from PwC, during her tenure, she led complex audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients, supporting businesses across a range of sectors with high-quality assurance, regulatory complian

Anderson Strathern has announced the appointment of Dawn MacPherson as a partner. Ms MacPherson, who will be based in Edinburgh, joins the firm’s English commercial property team, led by Iain Grieve.

Rory Brown has joined Inksters Solicitors as a consultant solicitor in Edinburgh. Mr Brown has many years of experience both in private practice and recently in-house for a large events company. With expertise in commercial contracts, cybersecurity, data protection and insurance law, Rory has been f

Johnston Carmichael has bolstered its tax advisory capabilities with the appointment of Alan Dean as private client tax director. Mr Dean joins the accountancy and business advisory firm, bringing his 20 years of experience in private client tax. A Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) and Association of Tax

Break the Silence, a national charity supporting sexual violence survivors, has appointed Nicola Buchanan as the new chair of its board of trustees, following the recent departure of Elaine Crichton. Ms Buchanan, a Chartered Accountant and member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland

Gillespie Macandrew LLP has appointed Gavin Merchant as its new CEO, with effect from 1 March. Mr Merchant succeeds Robert Graham-Campbell, who retires after eight years in the role. Having studied law at the University of Edinburgh and subsequently qualified as a Chartered Accountant, Mr Merchant b

Clark Contracts has appointed Mark McPeake as finance director. In his new role, Mr McPeake will be responsible for leading the company’s financial strategy, overseeing financial governance and reporting, and supporting the business in delivering its growth and long-term objectives.

Aberdein Considine LLP has moved to strengthen its corporate offering in the central belt with the key appointment of Stewart Gordon as partner in the firm’s Edinburgh office.  Mr Gordon joins Aberdein Considine from Addleshaw Goddard, where he was a managing associate in the infrastructu

Johnston Carmichael has appointed Stewart Pennington as head of Edinburgh office, reinforcing the firm’s leadership in the capital. Mr Pennington is an experienced Chartered Accountant with extensive expertise in SME accounting and taxation. He joined Johnston Carmichael in July 2007, becoming

Maven Capital Partners has strengthened its Scottish presence with the appointment of Nicola Holloway and Andrew Leslie as portfolio directors. Based in Glasgow, both Ms Holloway and Mr Leslie bring extensive corporate finance expertise to the firm, further enhancing Maven's capacity to support the

Forvis Mazars has welcomed a new partner to its Scottish risk consulting service line with the appointment of Chartered Accountant Elizabeth Young, who joins the firm’s Glasgow office. In this role, Ms Young will establish and grow a dedicated risk assurance practice in the region, with a part

Three directors have been appointed to the board of Scottish Renewables, including the Scottish National Investment Bank's executive director for sustainable investment, Jimmy Williamson. Mr Williamson joins the board alongside Gillian Noble, managing director for onshore origination and development