Jim Rutherford takes up newly-created role at Oval

Oval Insurance Broking has appointed Jim Rutherford as mergers & acquisitions manager in Oval's Glasgow team.

Rutherford joins Oval from Oxygen Insurance Brokers, where he was M&A practice leader.

Oval Scotland regional sales director Alan Stirling said: “I would like to congratulate Jim on his appointment and wish him every success in this new role."

In addition, Neil Watters, formerly of Marsh, has joined Oval’s Aberdeen office as corporate development executive. David Kelso, previously at Giles, has joined Oval's Glasgow sales team as corporate development executive.