Leading UK and Ireland professional services firm AAB has strengthened its Central Scotland leadership team with the appointment of Malcolm Crawford as Business Development Partner, and the promotion of Corporate Finance Partner Iain Walker to Head of Central Scotland.

Malcolm joins the company with a strong track record in driving business growth, built over an extensive career in corporate and relationship banking. In his role at AAB, Malcolm will draw on the Group's breadth of expertise to help clients tackle complex challenges, seize growth opportunities and create long-term value. He will work closely with businesses across Central Scotland, connecting them to specialist advice and senior-led teams that deliver joined-up support across AAB's full range of services.

Malcolm spent several years as Corporate Development Director for Barclays Corporate Banking in Scotland, having also held senior roles at Royal Bank of Scotland and Anglo Irish Bank. Skilled in deal origination, relationship management and supporting ambitious businesses through funding and growth, Malcolm has a deep network across Scotland's corporate, property and private equity markets. His appointment reinforces AAB's commitment to accelerating growth across the region, supporting clients and colleagues across its Glasgow, Edinburgh and Stirling offices.

Further strengthening AAB's leadership presence in the region, Iain Walker has been appointed Head of Central Scotland. Alongside his role as a Corporate Finance Partner, Iain will help drive AAB's growth ambitions across the region, strengthening relationships with businesses, professional networks and communities. His appointment will support the continued development of AAB's services in Central Scotland, ensuring clients benefit from greater collaboration, deeper sector expertise and access to the full breadth of AAB's capabilities across the UK and Ireland.

John Beevers, Head of Regions at AAB, commented:

"As AAB continues to grow, it is important that we combine the scale, capability and expertise of a national firm with the strong local relationships and market understanding that clients value. Malcolm brings significant experience and connections from across Scotland's business community, while Iain's appointment builds on the strong relationships and market knowledge he has developed during his time at AAB. Together, they further strengthen our ability to support ambitious businesses across Central Scotland as they navigate growth, change and opportunity."

Malcolm Crawford, Business Development Partner at AAB, said:

"Joining AAB at such an exciting time for the Central Scotland team is a fantastic opportunity. I've long admired the firm's reputation for combining technical expertise with a genuinely personal approach, and I'm looking forward to building relationships with clients and helping them achieve their ambitions."

Iain Walker, Corporate Finance Partner and Head of Central Scotland at AAB, added:

"I'm delighted to take on this new regional role alongside my Corporate Finance work with clients. It's a great opportunity to help shape AAB's growth across Central Scotland while continuing to do what I enjoy most – supporting clients through some of the most significant moments in their business journey. My focus will be on ensuring businesses across the region can benefit from the full breadth of AAB's expertise while continuing to receive the local insight, relationships and support that are so important to long-term success."

The appointments come as AAB continues its rapid growth journey across the UK and Ireland. Backed by Goldman Sachs Alternatives, the firm now employs more than 1,800 people and generates over £200 million in revenue, having expanded through a combination of strategic acquisitions, investment and senior hires. More than 375 people are employed by AAB across Central Scotland (including Glasgow, Edinburgh and Stirling), bringing together deep sector expertise and a broad range of specialist services to support ambitious businesses and individuals at every stage of their journey.

Photo L to R: Iain Walker, Corporate Finance Partner and Head of Central Scotland and Malcolm Crawford, Business Development Partner at AAB