Ogilvy PR has appointed Matt Buchanan as its global head of consumer PR.

Matt will report to Ogilvy PR’s global CEO Julianna Richter and will lead consumer brand communications globally – evolving the go-to-market strategy, driving innovation, enhancing capability and overseeing multi-market consumer brand business.

In addition to his global role which takes effect from 1 July, Matt will move into an executive director role with the Ogilvy PR business in the UK, where he will continue to counsel clients and ensure a smooth transition with a new leader who will be announced in due course.