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Consultant Spotlight – Mark Lewis
Mark Lewis joined Livingston James Group as a start up in 2010, initially working for the executive search brand Livingston James, then moving on to set up the senior finance recruitment brand, Rutherford Cross as Managing Director in 2013, before joining the board of Livingston James Group in early 2020.
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Join Right There and Help Prevent Homelessness
Having celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2024, Right There remains dedicated to providing tailored support to individuals in their homes and communities. As part of the organisation’s strategic growth and commitment to delivering the highest-quality support, three new Head of Service roles have been created. These positions will bring expertise, strategic direction, and capacity to ensure Right There’s programmes thrive.

Livingston James Partners with Hillhouse Estates Limited to Appoint CFO
Hillhouse Estates Limited is a family-owned business based in Troon, Ayrshire, with business interests across Quarrying, Farming, Property, Hospitality and Renewables, with collective revenues in the region of £100 million per annum. Reporting to the Chairman, Andrew Vernon, the CFO will be responsible for the financial leadership of Hillhouse Estates and all other associated companies.

Livingston James Partners with Thistle Seafoods to Appoint CFO
Livingston James is delighted to be partnered with Thistle Seafoods to appoint their new CFO. Thistle Seafoods has been providing innovative, frozen & chilled seafood products for nearly 70 years. They are one of the largest family owned manufacturers of quality seafood products in Europe, supplying outstanding products at every price point to leading retail and food service customers within the UK, Europe, USA, Canada and Australia.

Join Right There and Help Prevent Homelessness
Having celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2024, Right There remains dedicated to providing tailored support to individuals in their homes and communities. As part of the organisation’s strategic growth and commitment to delivering the highest-quality support, three new Head of Service roles have been created. These positions will bring expertise, strategic direction, and capacity to ensure Right There’s programmes thrive.

Livingston James Partners with Hillhouse Estates Limited to Appoint CFO
Hillhouse Estates Limited is a family-owned business based in Troon, Ayrshire, with business interests across Quarrying, Farming, Property, Hospitality and Renewables, with collective revenues in the region of £100 million per annum. Reporting to the Chairman, Andrew Vernon, the CFO will be responsible for the financial leadership of Hillhouse Estates and all other associated companies.

Livingston James Partners with Thistle Seafoods to Appoint CFO
Livingston James is delighted to be partnered with Thistle Seafoods to appoint their new CFO. Thistle Seafoods has been providing innovative, frozen & chilled seafood products for nearly 70 years. They are one of the largest family owned manufacturers of quality seafood products in Europe, supplying outstanding products at every price point to leading retail and food service customers within the UK, Europe, USA, Canada and Australia.