Leading UK and Ireland professional services firm, AAB, has announced the appointment of two new Partners within Central Scotland. Erica Fitchie joins as Corporate Tax Partner, specialising in international tax and transfer pricing, alongside Alistair Stewart, who joins as Business Development Partner.

Erica has an impressive track record in supporting large corporates, fast-growing businesses and private equity backed groups to navigate and simplify tax complexities. Erica has a wealth of experience advising businesses across all sectors but has deep knowledge of tax issues in the energy industry, working in particular with oilfield service providers, renewable energy developers, and offshore contractors.

She provides expert guidance on structuring tax operating models and financing solutions, ensuring alignment with value chains at every stage of a business’s life cycle. Her expertise also positions her well to assist clients with managing compliance, transfer pricing policies and tax strategy.

Alistair Stewart has a strong track record in driving business growth. He has worked extensively across professional and financial services, including 12 years at Barclays Corporate Banking. Skilled in supporting scaling businesses, navigating international markets and planning exit strategies, he excels at forging strong partnerships with like-minded clients and colleagues to deliver impactful, tailored solutions.

In his role at AAB, Alistair will leverage the Group’s wide range of services and personal touch to help clients overcome challenges, achieve ambitions and create long-lasting value.  Alistair’s appointment underscores AAB’s commitment to accelerating growth across Central Scotland, supporting all service lines through its Glasgow, Edinburgh and Stirling offices.

Angus McCuaig, Head of Glasgow at AAB commented:

“We are delighted to welcome both Erica and Alistair to AAB. Erica’s deep expertise in international tax and transfer pricing, coupled with her niche focus on the energy sector, brings invaluable insight for businesses navigating complex challenges. Alistair’s extensive track record in business development and growth strategy further strengthens our ability to support clients in achieving their ambitions. Their appointments mark significant milestones in our growth journey, and by adding more experience to our fantastic team, we continue to build on the tailored, market leading services we deliver for our clients.”

AAB also recently announced the appointment of Leeds-based Sarah Hex as Business Development Partner. An accomplished business development and client services leader, Sarah brings over 20 years of experience in professional, financial and investment services. Based in the firm’s Leeds office, she will lead strategic business development for AAB across the North of England.