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For well-documented reasons, demand for senior talent across the defence sector continues to accelerate – both in Scotland and across the wider UK. From major global primes delivering for the UK and allied governments, to agile mid-sized firms and highly specialised technology businesses, the sector is rich with opportunity. For organisations, it’s a platform for […]

Following a competitive tendering process, FWB is pleased to confirm its appointment as a strategic partner to Great British Energy and the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero, supporting the department and the organisation as GBE continues to build capability across a number of critical leadership roles. As Great British Energy advances its mission, […]

Edinburgh-based Lochay Homes has appointed Andy Wyles, former northern regional chair at Bellway, as its new non-executive chair. Andy joins Lochay Homes following a distinguished 23-year career at Bellway, where he held senior leadership roles and led major delivery programmes across the North of England and Scotland. He brings significant national-level experience and strategic insight […]

Sir Bill Robertson has announced the appointment of John Watson as Chairman of Robertson Group, along with his decision to step back from daily involvement of the family-owned leading construction, development, infrastructure and support services business. He said: “Robertson Group celebrates 60 years of trading this year and over that time has evolved into an […]

FWB have enjoyed a long and successful relationship with RSNO, one of Europe’s leading orchestras with a rich history stretching back over 125 years, previously advising on their Chair and Treasurer appointments.  We are delighted to have partnered with them again recently to appoint Nicola Mills as Director of Finance & Corporate Services at a […]

FWB is delighted to congratulate Zero Waste Scotland on the appointment of Ciaran McGuigan as its new Chief Executive. Ciaran, who has served as the organisation’s Finance and Corporate Services Director, takes up the role following a robust, competitive recruitment process and succeeds founding Chief Executive Iain Gulland, who recently stepped down after eleven years […]

We are pleased to share our latest appointments as 2026 gets fully underway. The past year has been marked by rapid political and economic shifts across the UK and Scotland, from evolving market dynamics to the continued drive for innovation and digital transformation. Against this backdrop, executive leadership has never been more critical and we […]

FWB are delighted to have partnered with the University of Dundee on the appointment of their Chair of Court, Esther Roberton. Following a rigorous search process led by Kirsten Hendry and Ailsa Sutherland, with a particular focus on experienced Chairs with a depth of experience across Scotland’s public sector and a strong interest in the […]

FWB are delighted to have partnered with Peoples Automotive Group to advise on the appointment of their new Strategy Director – Lianne Dewar. Peoples Automotive Group is a family owned business, providing award winning customer service and delivering award winning vehicles.  With 300+ employees and a UK-wide presence, they serve the country with new and […]