Dundas votes in Hardie as new non-exec chairman

Dundas & Wilson has elected a new non-executive chairman with senior corporate partner David Hardie taking up the role, the big four Scots firm announced today (12 May).

Hardie will next month (6 June) begin a four-year term, replacing Michael McAuley after a contested election involving seven candidates. The vote was held last week among the all-equity partnership and closed on Friday (8 May).

McAuley, who was elected as chairman in 2005, will remain at the firm, continuing in his role as head of projects.

As chairman, Hardie (pictured) - who led the corporate group from 1992 to 2003 and was interim managing partner during 1997-98, will be responsible for chairing partner meetings, strategic direction, corporate governance and client relations.

The chairman is also responsible for overseeing the managing partner elections, which will be held next May following the completion of the four-year term of co-managing partners Donald Shaw and Alan Campbell, both of whom could stand for re-election.

Shaw commented: "David's experience and reputation within our business, with our clients and in corporate social responsibility are a huge recommendation. He will be a terrific asset to the firm as chairman and a worthy successor to Michael McAuley."

"While economic instability continues to be a feature of the business landscape, someone with David's experience will be invaluable in helping further shape the future strategy and direction of the firm."

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