Ali 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, Ali 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.
Ali 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, Ali 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. Ali 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.
Ali 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, Ali 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, Ali is always keen to throw himself into 10k’s to raise money or awareness for different charities.
Livingston James is delighted to be partnered with ICS Learn once again, to appoint a new Director of Sales, following the promotion of previous Director of Sales, David Macfarlane, into the CEO role.
Once upon a time, corporate golf days were the ultimate networking flex—sealing deals, building relationships, and giving rather long putts to clients. Then COVID happened, and suddenly, golf days started to disappear. So five years later, is in-person networking back? And is golf still the go-to?
Due to continued growth, CR Smith is looking for an experienced Director of Manufacturing to lead the manufacturing arm of the business. For more information, please view the position profile or contact retained advisors Ali Shaw or Rachel Sim.
Last week, two of our colleagues, Alistair Shaw and Kirsty Mclardy, attended the CIPD Scotland Annual Conference 2025. With rousing opening and closing speeches special guests, as well as insightful information sharing from a host of professionals within the sector, it was a truly thought-provoking day.
Following the success of the inaugural Future CEO report in association with EY, Livingston James has decided to carry out this research project annually. The 2025 survey is now open and we are looking for leaders to share their insights on what they believe will be the most important characteristics for the CEO of the future.
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Livingston James Group comprises two bespoke sub brands: Livingston James – our executive search and leadership advisory practice, and Rutherford Cross – our specialist finance recruitment practice. This wider group structure complements our robust search and assessment process, allowing clients to access our deep-rooted network and expertise.
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Livingston James delighted to be supporting the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh to identify 3 Board Trustees.
Livingston James is delighted to be partnered with ICS Learn once again, to appoint a new Director of Sales, following the promotion of previous Director of Sales, David Macfarlane, into the CEO role.
As organisations increasingly seek agile, expert-led solutions to their leadership challenges, the demand for Fractional CFOs is rising rapidly. We recently hosted our latest Interim CFO Roundtable event, offering a valuable lens on this growing trend. Director, Derek Lauder shares key insights from the event below.
Livingston James delighted to be supporting the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh to identify 3 Board Trustees.
Livingston James is delighted to be partnered with ICS Learn once again, to appoint a new Director of Sales, following the promotion of previous Director of Sales, David Macfarlane, into the CEO role.
As organisations increasingly seek agile, expert-led solutions to their leadership challenges, the demand for Fractional CFOs is rising rapidly. We recently hosted our latest Interim CFO Roundtable event, offering a valuable lens on this growing trend. Director, Derek Lauder shares key insights from the event below.
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