Appointments

Thorntons is continuing its strategic growth with the appointment of Ricardo Matteo as a partner in the firm’s newly established banking team. His addition further broadens Thorntons’ corporate and commercial offering and follows the firm’s recent merger with Macnabs.

Ralph Sayer, the Edinburgh-based solicitors and estate agents, is targeting continued growth with the appointment of two senior members of staff. Kimberley Mackay has joined as a partner to head up a new private client division of the business, while the team has been further bolstered with the

Edinburgh-based digital forensics company, Cyacomb, has appointed a new chair and secured an additional £2.25 million from the Scottish National Investment Bank to further scale the company and expand the international application of its technology. Cyacomb’s technology quickly and thoro

The Law Society of Scotland has announced the appointment of dual-qualified solicitor Ben Kemp as its new chief executive officer. Mr Kemp is set to join the professional body in August, transitioning from his current role as general counsel and executive director at the Institute and Faculty of Act

Allied Surveyors Scotland has announced the return of Eilidh Walker MRICS to its Aberdeen office, marking a significant addition to the firm’s professional team in the north east. Eilidh originally joined Allied as a trainee after completing a postgraduate degree in Property and Economics. She

Edinburgh Innovations (EI), the commercialisation service of the University of Edinburgh, has appointed Lizzie Withington to the newly created role of director of venture creation. The position includes building new spinout companies around emerging technologies and growing and maintaining a network

Gilson Gray has appointed experienced real estate lawyer Rajan Shori as partner and head of its real estate division in England. Mr Shori brings two decades of experience to the role, having supported investors, developers, lenders, and corporate occupiers through high-value transactions, acquisitio

Shepherd and Wedderburn has announced the appointment of project finance specialist Graham Young as the latest partner to join its clean energy team. Mr Young brings extensive experience in complex banking and finance transactions, and his technical skillset and sector expertise have earned him a st

Julie Ashworth, who is a non-executive director for the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS), has been appointed to lead the new forum to advise the City of Edinburgh Council on all matters related to establishing Edinburgh’s Visitor Levy and its ongoing performance. A recruit

Lar Housing Trust has strengthened its board with the appointment of Alison MacDonald, a vastly experienced non-executive director and charity trustee. Former banker, Alison MacDonald, has – with immediate effect – joined the board of the housing charity which develops mid-market rental

Evelyn Partners has appointed David Little as partner in financial planning at its Glasgow office. Mr Little joins the UK wealth management firm, which also maintains a presence in Edinburgh and Aberdeen, from 7IM Private Client. He served there for over three years, most recently holding the positi

Allied Surveyors Scotland appointed David Gibson MRICS and Greg Scrimgeour MRICS as directors, reinforcing its presence across the Glasgow market. Mr Gibson returns to the firm to strengthen the Glasgow North office, bringing a deep understanding of the local property landscape and a strong track re

Insurance broker James Hallam has bolstering its Scottish operations with the opening of a new office in Edinburgh and appointment of Jamie Johnstone as client director and head of office to lead the new venture. Mr Johnstone returns to his native city after 14 years in the London insurance market a

Dr Ian Archer has been named the new commercial director of James Hutton Ltd, the commercial subsidiary of the James Hutton Institute. He brings a wealth of experience in industrial chemistry, biotechnology, and the commercialisation of scientific research.

Scottish climate tech venture studio Ventex has made several key senior appointments as it prepares for international expansion. Cross-border business development specialist Eddie Moore has joined the Aberdeen-headquartered firm as a partner to support its growing portfolio of companies.