BMS Group has named Ali Trauttmansdorff as its chief people officer with immediate effect. The firm said her appointment would support future M&A activity. She joins BMS’s executive committee and has responsibility for ensuring there are sound onboarding, integration and talent management processes in place as BMS brings new colleagues into the business.

Trauttmansdorff said: “I am delighted to join BMS at this stage in its growth story. The team in London and throughout our many global offices are exceptional and the culture is truly collaborative.”