Hibernian have named Alan Stubbs as their new manager following the recent departure of Terry Butcher.
The 42-year-old former Celtic defender makes the move to Easter Road from Everton, where he had been working as U21 coach.
Hibs chief executive Leeann Dempster said: "There were strong candidates who applied for the position but, after much consideration, Alan emerged as the stand-out choice.
"He is a driven, intelligent and strong-minded character, who has a very clear vision about what he wants to achieve in football - producing positive results, playing attractive football and developing young players.
"All those attributes fitted the criteria we required and we're confident Alan is the right man to unite the club and bring success to Hibernian.
"Alan will be our head coach and that is part of the new structure in place at the football club - a continental-style model designed for continued long-term success."
Stubbs added: "To be given this opportunity with Hibernian is a great privilege and a real honour - it is a massive club with huge potential.
"I'm excited about the future here at Hibernian and what we can all achieve together at the club - this is the start of the journey.
"The Scottish Championship will be a tough division but I'm confident that if we approach the challenge with enthusiasm, optimism and belief then we can achieve success."
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