Brewin Dolphin Holdings PLC announced that David Nicol, Chief Executive, has decided to retire after eight years with the Group. The Board also announced the appointment of Robin Beer as his successor. Robin is currently responsible for Brewin Dolphin's intermediaries, charity, professional services and digital businesses. David Nicol will step down on 14 June 2020 and will remain with the Group for a transitionary period until 29 July 2020. Robin has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, and broad knowledge of the wealth management sector, with prior roles at National Australia Bank, Gerrard and Barclays. Robin joined Brewin Dolphin in 2008 to open and run the Nottingham office. He subsequently assumed the role of Regional Director across the Midlands, before taking charge of the intermediaries' business in 2013. He joined the Executive Committee in 2016, with further responsibilities for research, investment governance and the development of investment solutions, which has provided him with a deep understanding of Brewin Dolphin.