Paul Jennings has been appointed Managing Partner at Bell & Scott, taking over the role from incumbent Iain MacDonald.

Jennings said the firm had recently undergone a huge transition under MacDonald's tenure.

"In the current economic climate the challenges will not abate but the firm is positioned to seize opportunities and I am looking forward  to taking the business to the next level,2 he said.

Iain MacDonald added that he was extremely proud of Bell & Scott’s achievements and looked forward to working with Jennings.