Graham Steadman says he is excited about his new role

Scotland coach Frank Hadden has added two new faces to his coaching staff.

Former All Blacks captain Mike Brewer, 43, joins as forwards coach, while former Ireland assistant Graham Steadman was appointed defence coach.

"I'm delighted with the quality of the additional staff we have appointed," said Hadden. "To secure the services of the ex-All Black captain is a boost."

The new coaches will be in place for Scotland's Autumn Tests against New Zealand and South Africa in November.

Brewer, who has recently been forwards coach with Leinster, said he was relishing the prospect of working with Hadden and the national side.

"Scotland have a young team, with a great work ethic and players who are very keen to learn," he said.

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Steadman is a former Great Britain rugby league international, who has enjoyed stints as defence coach with Irish province Munster and the Ireland national set-up.

The 46-year-old, who will also undertake defence coaching with the Edinburgh pro-team, said: "I've been an admirer of Scotland and the work that Alan Tait has undertaken in the last few seasons.

"I look forward to being part of Frank's coaching team and to getting the players trust and buy-in to the defensive systems I'll look to put in place. The experience I've gleaned from involvement in both union and league will hold me in good stead."

Scotland face New Zealand at Murrayfield on 8 November and then entertain South Africa a week later.