In 1171, he was elected as Bishop of Moray, and was consecrated at St Andrews on 23 January 1172. He was a distant cousin of King William who may or may not have played some part in his election. His cathedral was at Birnie, Moray.
In 1171, he became Bishop of Moray after being consecrated at St Andrews on January 23, 1172. As a member of the royal family, he may have had some involvement in his appointment, although this is unclear. His cathedral was located in Birnie, Moray.