Appointments

Phil Anderson Financial Services has appointed experienced financial adviser Margaret O’Brien to support its expansion into the Edinburgh market. Based in South Queensferry, Ms O’Brien brings expertise in financial planning, pensions, and investment advice. She previously worked at M&

Muir Homes has appointed Robert Herd as its new managing director. Having originally joined Muir Homes as a site manager, Mr Herd rose through the ranks to become construction manager before briefly stepping away. Now, he returns to lead the company at a time of significant growth and investment.

Johnston Carmichael has named Bryan Shepka as its new head of financial services, succeeding Ewen Fleming who led the sector for six years. Mr Shepka joined Johnston Carmichael in 2023 as audit partner, bringing extensive experience in the wealth and asset management sector, having worked for 14 yea

Nikhil Rathi has been reappointed as chief executive of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) for a second term.

Aberdein Considine has announced a series of promotions across its offices, recognising the dedication and expertise of its staff this spring. Key promotions include finance controller Ben Smith (Aberdeen) to director and finance operations manager Paul Cheyne (Edinburgh) to associate director. Elle

Quantify Advisors, a corporate finance firm advising businesses and entrepreneurs across Scotland and the UK, has appointed Callum Laidlaw as its new associate based out of the firm’s headquarters in Aberdeen. Mr Laidlaw is a Chartered Accountant and experienced audit professional, spending th

Global professional services firm Aon plc has strengthened its Scottish operations with the appointment of Bruce Lees as executive director. Mr Lees returns to Aon's Edinburgh office, where he previously spent 15 years, bringing a total of 34 years' industry experience. He will be a key member of th

Dundee-based aquaculture technology firm Ace Aquatec has appointed Alan MacLeod as chief financial officer (CFO) to support its global growth strategy. Bringing over 20 years' financial leadership experience from diverse sectors including technology, construction, and energy, Mr MacLeod was most rec

Aberdein Considine has announced the appointment of Graham Crocket as national estate agency director. Mr Crocket has over 20 years’ experience in the industry and a distinguished track record in leadership.

Phil Anderson Financial Services, headquartered in Ellon, has promoted long-serving team member Laura Cantlay to the role of office manager. Ms Cantlay, who has been with the firm for several years, has earned a reputation for her dedication and efficiency, and will now oversee operations at the bus

Change management consultancy CBS Consulting has appointed Stuart Pratt, a recognised change specialist within the Scottish financial services sector, as its new consulting director. Joining from Scottish Friendly – where he was head of transformation – Mr Pratt is set to start at the fi

Cooper Parry (CP) has signalled its expansion into Scotland with the appointment of Neil Norman as tax partner and regional head. The UK accountancy firm, which the largest B Corp in its sector, has completed 12 acquisitions across the professional services spectrum in the last 22 months.

Burness Paull has promoted five of its lawyers to partner. The newly appointed partners are Rachel MacArthur, Daniela Pallucci, Colin Smith (all corporate finance), Nick Warrillow (dispute resolution), and Gemma Young (banking).

RSM has named Ross Stupart as its new regional managing partner for Scotland and Northern Ireland. Currently the office managing partner for RSM’s Edinburgh office, where he will remain based, Mr Stupart will now also spearhead the firm’s growth strategy across the region. He will a

MBM Commercial Law has made a number of promotions across the firm in both Edinburgh and London. Firstly, the team highlights the promotion of three female team members to director level, recognising their contributions and dedication to the firm.