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Alexandra Docherty
Partner and Head of Private Client Tax
17 February 2026
Johnston Carmichael appoints new Tax Director to support growing private client teamJohnston Carmichael has strengthened its tax advisory team with the appointment of a new private client tax director who specialises in complex tax planning for individuals, business owners, property owners, trusts and estates.
Paul Shields
Audit Partner and Head of Newcastle office
17 February 2026
Johnston Carmichael appoints Audit Partner to support Newcastle growthLeading UK accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael has strengthened its Newcastle office with the appointment of Gemma Gibson as Audit Partner. Gemma joins the firm following continued investment in the North East and the rapid growth of its Newcastle team.
Stewart Pennington
Edinburgh Office Head and Business Advisory Partner
10 February 2026
Johnston Carmichael appoints Stewart Pennington as Edinburgh Office HeadLeading independent accountancy and business advisory firm, Johnston Carmichael, has appointed Stewart Pennington as Head of Edinburgh, reinforcing the firm’s leadership in the capital and supporting its continued development in the region. Stewart is an experienced Chartered Accountant with extensive expertise in SME accounting and taxation.
Emily Young
Chief Marketing Officer
13 January 2026
Johnston Carmichael launches Impact Fund to support charity initiatives ahead of 90th anniversaryLeading UK accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael has launched a new fund for colleagues to support charitable initiatives as part of the celebrations ahead of its 90th anniversary this year.
Bryan Shepka
Partner and Head of Financial Services
1 December 2025
Johnston Carmichael strengthens Financial Services leadership with key promotionsLeading independent UK accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael has strengthened its Financial Services team with the promotions of Thuy Vo to Audit Partner and Dean Moore to Audit Director in Glasgow, reinforcing the firm’s focus on growth in the sector.
