Financial staffing specialist Search Consultancy has appointed Kim Hunter as associate director of its Aberdeen office.

Hunter will target growth sectors such as oil and gas servicing, shipping logistics, finance and manufacturing.

She will also aim to increase the visibility of Search locally, building the brand’s reputation amongst existing clients and prospects, and attracting new consultants to double the office headcount over the next year.

The firm says Aberdeen is key to expansion and is focused on growing the business by 20% over the next year.