BrewDog has announced another change of chief executive after the incumbent, James Arrow, stepped down after just 10 months in the post.

Chief financial officer James Taylor takes over from Mr Arrow who replaced founder James Watt last May and is said to be leaving for personal reasons.

In his short spell in charge of the Aberdeenshire-based brewer and pubs chain Mr Arrow oversaw a restructuring of the US business installed the brand as the official beer partner at Lord’s Cricket Ground.

Mr Taylor, CFO since 2023, has been instrumental in laying the ground for a return to profitability after the group posted a pre-tax loss of £59.2m in year end 2023.

He held senior leadership roles at Mayborn, the childcare company whose brands include Tommee Tippee, as well as GHD and Anya Hindmarch.

Lauren Carrol has been appointed chief operating officer. She joined BrewDog in 2018 and has been its chief marketing officer since 2022, overseeing the launch of beers including Wingman, Black Heart and Shore Leave.

Chairman Allan Leighton said: “James Taylor has been an instrumental leader at BrewDog, steering the financial strategy and laying a strong foundation for profitable growth.

“His deep understanding of our business, coupled with his proven track record in operational excellence, makes him the ideal choice to guide BrewDog into its next chapter. I would also like to congratulate Lauren for her promotion, testament to her fantastic work and proven track record during her time at BrewDog.

“I would like to thank James Arrow for his contribution to BrewDog since he arrived in 2023 and wish him every success in the future.”