Millar & Bryce appoints new business development manager

Land and property search organisation Millar & Bryce has appointed a new business development manager.

Shona Smans has joined the team; bringing with her over 15 years’ industry experience, 12 of those with Scottish commercial law firm Tods Murray.

A fully qualified solicitor, Ms Smans will be responsible for developing existing and new areas of business for Leith based Millar & Bryce, and will play a crucial role as the company looks to expand operations across Scotland.

Managing director Richard Hepburn said: “With a strong background in the commercial property legal sector, Shona is well placed to understand the challenges and demands facing the industry.

“As a company with over 140 years’ heritage, we pride ourselves on our client relationships combined with our staff’s specialist knowledge. We are delighted to welcome Shona who brings an extensive level of knowledge and experience.”

Ms Smans added: “It’s great to join a company that has contributed so much to the legal profession over the years. Likewise I am looking forward to working with the legal sector to identify ways Millar & Bryce’s services and products can support their businesses and provide cost effective solutions to property transactions.

“It is an exciting time to be joining such an established organisation, and I look forward to contributing to its success.”