The CEO of Dubai-based investment banking business Agilis Global, Stuart Price, has been appointed as Kelly & Co's new CEO.

Price (pictured) was short listed after a global headhunt. "It was important to identify a candidate who embraced Kelly & Co's culture and values and brought skills and experience that complemented the business. Stuart has international experience working in the UK and Middle East, and an acute appreciation of client needs," a spokesperson from the firm said.

Bringing his experience in areas of commercial and banking & finance law,  Price has also been a business executive entrepreneur in the banking and funds management industries.

The Adelaide firm has, meanwhile, promoted resources partner Michael Durrant to chairman and believes the move will ensure closer client  relationships, notably though listening and responding to their needs.

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