Newcrest Mining, the country’s largest gold mining company, has announced the appointment of Scott Langford as the company’s General Counsel and Company Secretary, effective from the start of July.

 

Currently the Partner and co-leader of Energy and Resources Practice Group at Allens Arthur Robinson, Mr Langford has been a key legel advisor for major mining and resources companies for over a decade.

 

His appointment forms part of Newcrest’s transitional arrangement after the company’s Executive General Manager, Corporate Affairs Stephen Creese steps down mid next year.

 

Managing Director and Chief Executive  Officer, Greg Robinson, welcomed the appointment, which followed a comprehensive search process.  

 

“We are delighted that Scott has agreed to join the senior executive team at Newcrest and ensure an orderly transition in this role.  His skills, experience and commercial acumen will play a substantial part in Newcrest’s future growth and development,” Mr Robinson said.