The firm took the inaugural title in the category which was a new addition this year to the long-running awards.

The judges praised the overall success of Blackadders and its investment in its people and strategy for expansion.

Emma Gray, joint managing partner, said: “This award recognises the growth and change within the business in the last year. We’ve rebranded, we’ve heavily invested in our people, our premises and our offering. We are harnessing technology to offer our services in a different way.

“This is great recognition for the whole team and a positive endorsement of our ambition.”

The Courier Business awards were held on Friday October 25 at the Apex Hotel in Dundee. The award ceremony is one of the biggest business events in Scotland with more than 700 guests attending. They were hosted by broadcaster Jackie Bird and saw businesses from across east and central Scotland honoured in 16 categories.