Forvis Mazars expands UK Energy & Infrastructure advisory capability with senior hire in Scotland

Based in the firm’s Edinburgh office, Séamus will play a pivotal role in expanding the firm’s Energy & Infrastructure (E&I) services across Scotland and Northern England. This team partners with clients to support M&A and financing transactions, enhance operational performance and resilience, and assess the environmental and social impacts of their activities. 

In his new role, Séamus will lead the development of Forvis Mazars’ regional sector offering, focusing on building local market presence and strengthening client experience across Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester. Working closely with regional partners and directors, he will also support the wider sector leadership team as the firm continues to grow its E&I advisory capabilities. Séamus will be working with a team of 130 specialists operating across the UK and as part of the Global Energy and Infrastructure team. 

This appointment underscores Forvis Mazars’ commitment to supporting clients through the evolving energy landscape and strengthening its advisory offering across key regional markets. 

 Séamus said: “I’m delighted to be joining Forvis Mazars at such a pivotal moment for the energy transition. I look forward to working with our clients across the region to help bring forward the projects and partnerships that will drive sustainable, long-term change.” 

With over 20 years’ experience in investment, commercial leadership and the delivery of multi billion-pound renewable energy and offshore wind projects across the UK and Ireland, Séamus brings deep sector expertise and a strong track record in originating, structuring, and executing large-scale infrastructure investments and high-value partnerships 

 Craig Maxwell, Glasgow Office Managing Partner said, “We are thrilled to welcome Séamus to our growing team in Scotland. His depth of experience across major energy and infrastructure projects, combined with his strong industry relationships, will significantly strengthen our regional capabilities. Scotland and the wider northern region are at the forefront of the UK’s energy transition, and Séamus’ leadership will play an important role in helping our clients navigate opportunities and deliver impactful, sustainable projects.” 

Bob Green, Energy and Infrastructure Partner, added, “Energy and Infrastructure is a powerful vehicle for economic growth and in addressing the impact of climate change. The UK and Scottish Governments have set out significant long term investment plans across Northern England and Scotland, which will drive economic activity and shape opportunities over the next decade and beyond. Séamus’ arrival strengthens our ability to support clients as they navigate this evolving landscape and deliver projects that will have material impact on the UK’s future infrastructure and energy systems.”