Alan Young joins L&C as CEO

Young joins L&C with a wealth of industry knowledge and experience, most recently as managing director of Optimus, the conveyancing and survey panel management business.

In addition to the appointment of Young, Adam Connolly will join L&C as chief commercial officer. Connolly has over 20 years experience in the financial services and property sector, most recently as commercial and strategy director of Landmark Optimus.

Both Young and Connolly will join L&C with effect from the 1st November.

Alan Young commented: “I am tremendously excited by the opportunity to lead the senior management team at such an established and highly respected company as L&C. With such a strong brand in the industry, a key aim will be to continue to seek out opportunities to further develop and grow the business over the coming months.”

In a statement, L&C said: "The L&C Board would like to thank Chris Mills for the leadership and guidance that has built the foundation for the business to look forward to exciting growth prospects ahead under Young’s leadership."