Jenni Fairbairn

Ms Fairbairn, currently working as a business specialist for South of Scotland Enterprise, and previously in senior finance roles at CHAS and Viewpoint Housing, will be joining Blackwood in June.

Jason MacGilp, CEO of Blackwood, said: “I am delighted that Jenni will be joining the Blackwood team in this important role.

“Jenni brings a wide range of experience in financial management, commercial insights and business strategy, as well as experience in digital and wider business development responsibilities.”

Ms Fairbairn added: “Blackwood’s focus on making a positive difference to people’s lives is something I feel strongly about. I’m looking forward to joining the team, building on the strong work already in place and contributing to its financial strength and future ambitions.”

Ken Orr, who has carried out the interim finance director role at Blackwood for the last 15 months, will be leaving his post in June and handing over to Jenni Fairbairn.

Jason MacGilp concluded: “Ken Orr has done a great job for us at Blackwood and has been a valued colleague and important member of the senior team, with significant progress made in our financial sustainability, and we wish Ken well with his new assignments.”