MFMac said energy and renewables is a key growth sector and declared the appointment of Mr Khalid will strengthen its ability to deliver “exceptional support” to clients in this area.

Chris Harte, chief executive of MFMac, said: “We are delighted to welcome Shaz to MFMac. His ability to speak the language of both legal and commercial stakeholders will add significant value to our clients, ensuring pragmatic, commercially focused and user-friendly solutions for their most critical projects.”

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Mr Khalid noted: “I’m excited to join MFMac at such a pivotal time for the energy and renewables sector. The firm’s commitment to growth and client-centric approach aligns perfectly with my passion for supporting clients through complex, high-value projects. I look forward to working with the team to deliver innovative, commercially focused solutions that help our clients succeed in a rapidly evolving market.”

MFMac employs more than 480 people across its offices in Edinburgh and Glasgow, including 70 partners.