Ms Donald joins from Brodies LLP and has extensive experience working with clients in the north-east of Scotland.

She said: “I am really excited to be joining Blackadders as a partner in their employment team. The firm’s commitment to providing quality client service fits in well with my own personal work goals.

“I am looking forward to working with the Team to develop the Blackadders’ employment law offering in Aberdeen and North East, and contributing to the success of this ambitious firm.”

Simon Allison, head of Blackadders’ employment team, said: “We are delighted to have a new partner of the calibre of Gillian and are continuously working to expand geographically and enhance our reputation for first class advice to our clients.

“Gillian is bringing more than 20 years’ experience of employment law and will be a huge asset for the team. We are excited for clients to benefit from Gillian’s specialist expertise and range of services.”