Towergate Scotland has hired two former Heath Lambert brokers to its Edinburgh-based team.

Stuart George has been appointed account executive and Peter Fraser has been named development executive.

George will be responsible for handling Towergate’s existing book of Edinburgh clients in addition to developing his own business portfolio. Fraser will be responsible for developing business in Edinburgh and the surrounding area.

"These appointments signal our intention to significantly expand our business in Edinburgh through acquisition and organic growth," managing director of Towergate Scotland Kenny Hogg said in a statement. "Both Stuart and Peter know the Edinburgh market extremely well which will be invaluable as we develop and expand our client base."