Mr Nisbet has past experience of membership organisations, having previously been the West Midlands regional director for the Institute of Directors and the commercial director for the Black Country Chamber of Commerce.

He also a Deputy Lieutenant for the West Midlands region.

BLS chair Peter Brewer said: “I am absolutely delighted that we have managed to recruit someone of Calum’s calibre into this crucial, senior role.

“Calum is well known in Birmingham and the broader region, and will bring ideas and vision to the Society as we look to develop it into the near future.

“I think I can speak on behalf of all of my fellow directors and other officers of the society when I say that we are really looking forward to having him on board.”

BLS is the largest provincial law society in England and Wales, with more than 9,000 members.

Calum said: “I am honoured to be joining Birmingham Law Society as chief executive officer at such an exciting time in its history.

“Throughout my career I have been passionate about bringing people together, creating strong partnerships and helping organisations realise their ambitions. I look forward to building on the Society's remarkable heritage while embracing new opportunities for innovation, collaboration and growth.

“I am particularly passionate about supporting the next generation of legal professionals, ensuring they have the opportunities, networks and inspiration to build successful and fulfilling careers.

“Birmingham Law Society is well positioned as a convenor for our city -bringing together the legal profession with colleagues across the wider professional services community to foster the relationships that drive investment, growth and innovation across the West Midlands.

“Together, we have an opportunity to strengthen Birmingham's voice on the national stage, champion our members and demonstrate the vital contribution that professional services make to the prosperity and success of our city and region. I cannot wait to get started.”