Appointments

Bield Housing and Care has appointed its first-ever chief operating officer, Debbie Collins, as part of its corporate strategy overhaul. The housing and care provider said Ms Collins will assist Bield to make positive contributions to its people, homes and communities and ultimately achieve its 10-y

Edinburgh-headquartered property firm Rettie & Co. has appointed Rob Trotter as director of new business for lettings. Formerly with DJ Alexander for two decades, Mr Trotter's latest appointment is in line with the firm's plans to increase its lettings activity over the next few years.

Henderson Loggie has appointed Donald Scott as the director of its growing insolvency division. Working with Henderson Loggie’s head of insolvency Shona Campbell, Mr Scott takes up his leadership role today, overseeing the team of skilled professionals dedicated to delivering tailored insolven

Scotmid Co-operative has appointed Craig Strachan as its new chief financial officer. Mr Strachan has been a familiar face within the Scotmid family for the past five years, originally founding The Start-Up Drinks Lab in 2017. During this venture, he built a strong rapport with former Scotmid CFO&nb

Digby Brown Solicitors has announced the appointment of three new partners following another year of continued growth. Catriona Headley, Ashley Sturrock and Gary Ross have all been recognised for their work.

Aberdeen social care charity VSA appointed Sue Freeth as its new chief executive officer. An experienced figure in the charity sector, Ms Freeth's career spans over four decades, during which she has held both executive and non-executive positions in various UK social care charities.

Mark Munro has been appointed to the new role of chief investment officer (CIO) at the Scottish National Investment Bank. With more than 20 years of corporate and investment banking experience in Scotland, the UK and internationally, Mr Munro joined the bank in early August 2021 as executive directo

Scotgold Resources has announced the immediate appointment of Sean Duffy, the company's chief financial officer, as the interim CEO. Mr Duffy will retain his CFO role while stepping into the CEO position, left vacant by Phil Day who has declared his intention to return to Australia.

Diageo plc has moved forward a transition in its top management earlier than planned due to the unforeseen medical circumstances of outgoing CEO Ivan Menezes. Debra Crew, previously slated to begin her role as CEO on 1 July, has now assumed the mantle with immediate effect.

Gilson Gray has appointed Findlay Anderson as partner in Aberdeen. Mr Anderson brings a wealth of experience to the firm, having spent the past two decades in senior leadership roles across the energy industry, including at GE Oil and Gas and as partner at McGrigors.

Burges Salmon has appointed Jennifer Mellor as a director in its funds and financial regulation team. Ms Mellor previously held the position of senior associate at Brodies in the funds and investment management team.

Johnston Carmichael has appointed Roy Hogg and John Gold to its Stirling team as business advisory partner and business advisory director, respectively, expanding its business capabilities. Mr Hogg, a Stirling native, and Mr Gold will be working closely with Craig Clinton, the office head.

Thorntons has appointed Stephanie Carr as a new partner in its growing Glasgow team. She has more than 20 years’ experience in the field of dispute resolution, insolvency, commercial litigation and debt recovery.

Law firm Stronachs has announced a wave of internal promotions, highlighting its commitment to nurturing talent and recognising the contributions of its dedicated staff.

David Renton, an experienced chartered certified accountant, has been promoted to partner at the Scottish Borders firm Greaves West & Ayre (GWA). Mr Renton, who hails from Eyemouth, joined GWA in 2000 shortly after receiving his degree in accountancy and finance. By 2009, he had earned his