Alistair has over 20 years’ experience in recruitment, partnering with some of the world’s best-known brands to build successful leadership teams. Previously MD of Hudson Scotland, Alistair leverages his extensive personal leadership experience to advise organisations in the Manufacturing and Technology Sectors on how best to set up their leadership teams to thrive in current and future market conditions.
Alistair graduated in Business & IT from Edinburgh Napier University where he still returns to advise on one of the business school’s professional steering groups. Following an analyst role with a global high-tech manufacturing firm, Alistair worked in the recruitment sector for FTSE 250 and Fortune 500 businesses. Here he built his strong network of contacts before moving into his more operational leadership roles in recent years. Alistair is passionate about reducing the digital skills and gender gap in Scotland’s tech sector. He’s been working with business leaders on the Digital Technology Education Charter to inspire school pupils to choose computing science and also supports the charity dresscode.
Alistair leads on our D, E&I strategy and sees his role as an important one in which he can support organisations to develop authentic diversity initiatives by appointing the best modern leaders. He has worked as a trusted advisor to Scottish Development International’s inward investment team and has supported many organisations looking to set up their global business services in Scotland.
Outside of work Alistair enjoys spending time with his two children and playing tennis and golf. Although he does not profess to be the best, he has sometimes had his moments. Coaxed into running by his wife, Alistair is always keen to throw himself into 10k’s to raise money or awareness for different charities.
Transitioning into a non-executive role can be an exciting and fulfilling step in your career journey. Whether you’re an experienced professional looking to diversify your portfolio, or a newcomer eager to explore new avenues, securing your first Non-Executive position requires careful planning and strategic action. Livingston James Director, Alistair Shaw, shares some top tips for landing your first non-executive role.
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Peter Vardy are appointing new Chief People Officer.
Douglas Laing’s headquarters are based at Douglas House in Glasgow, which also houses a large, state-of-the-art bottling hall and a luxurious events space and bar, both of which have recently received extensive investment. The business owns one distillery, Strathearn in Perthshire, which was acquired in 2019, and has plans to build a new distillery at HQ in the coming years. Due to ongoing growth and a requirement for expertise around the Warehousing and Production side of the business, Douglas Laing is now looking to appoint an Operations Director. Responsible for all operations across the business, the Operations Director will be expected to develop and implement the Operations strategy to ensure business profitability and efficiency across the pillars of Operations: distilling, maturation, bottling and planning.
Chiene + Tait are appointing a Business Transformation Lead to join a thriving, high energy Scottish business, take ownership and drive projects in an environment with a high level autonomy.
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JaMIE LIVINGSTON
At Livingston James, an unwavering focus on the impact of our appointments is at the heart of everything we do. We work in partnership with our clients and candidates to bring together leadership teams that transform organisations and careers for the better.
Livingston James Group comprises three bespoke sub brands: Livingston James, Rutherford Cross – our specialist finance recruitment practice, and Hamilton Forth – our specialist technology and transformation practice. This wider group structure complements our robust search and assessment process, allowing clients to access the Group’s deep-rooted network and expertise.
We’d be delighted to provide further information. Get in touch with our team to find out how we can help you.
The Category Managers will be responsible for the management of the group’s indirect material or ancillaries spend as well as the development and execution of a long-term supply strategy aligned with the business’ goals and objectives.
As the “battle for talent” continues, organisations face a pivotal challenge: balancing technical capability with organisational culture alignment. Douglas Adam, Director of Public Sector and Not for Profit within Livingston James, reviews both sides of the coin and how to bring them together.
Transitioning into a non-executive role can be an exciting and fulfilling step in your career journey. Whether you’re an experienced professional looking to diversify your portfolio, or a newcomer eager to explore new avenues, securing your first Non-Executive position requires careful planning and strategic action. Livingston James Director, Alistair Shaw, shares some top tips for landing your first non-executive role.
The Category Managers will be responsible for the management of the group’s indirect material or ancillaries spend as well as the development and execution of a long-term supply strategy aligned with the business’ goals and objectives.
As the “battle for talent” continues, organisations face a pivotal challenge: balancing technical capability with organisational culture alignment. Douglas Adam, Director of Public Sector and Not for Profit within Livingston James, reviews both sides of the coin and how to bring them together.
Transitioning into a non-executive role can be an exciting and fulfilling step in your career journey. Whether you’re an experienced professional looking to diversify your portfolio, or a newcomer eager to explore new avenues, securing your first Non-Executive position requires careful planning and strategic action. Livingston James Director, Alistair Shaw, shares some top tips for landing your first non-executive role.
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