Executive Search

We are all about the impact of the appointments we make
Our purpose is simple: we are here to advise and support people and organisations to realise their potential so that together we can impact lives and communities for the better. We aim to deliver exceptional results for our clients through commitment to excellence on every step of the recruitment journey.
Leader in Executive Search Services

We want our clients to be better as a consequence of working with us, which regularly includes support and advice beyond core Search and Selection.

Our aim is to build long-term relationships, the best of which all have strong two-way communication and, where necessary, complete honesty at their heart. As such, we do not shy away from tough conversations, and we ask our clients to approach the relationship in the same spirit.

Our success is built on putting the long-term interests of clients at the centre of the service we provide, coupled with passion and determination. We see partnership as the key to success, listening and challenging in equal measure to ensure we can deliver an impactful solution.

Whether you are a private equity backed or family-owned business, a public or not for profit organisation, or a large multinational, we can provide tailored executive search support. Combining powerful search resources with an in-depth consultative approach, we work closely with our clients to understand their competitive challenges, business objectives and culture.

Contact Our Executive Search Specialists

We’d be delighted to provide further information. Get in touch with our team to find out how we can help you.

Featured Assignments...

Famous for excellence.

Our dynamic team has experience advising in a wide range of industries and sectors.  We have led and developed businesses from board level, managing people and processes across countless specialisms and geographies. We can bring a unique perspective to your business needs.

Recent Case Studies...

J.W. Filshill Case Study: Advising a Scottish headquartered wholesale business to embrace technological advancements and maintain its position as a market leader

Bute Energy Case Study: Supporting an investment backed onshore wind developer attract industry leading talent

Emtelle Case Study: An Executive Search Solution

Livingston James Case Study – Marie Curie Shops Challenge

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GROUP CEO

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. 

Jamie Livingston

Together we achieve more.

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.

Contact Our Executive Search Specialists

We’d be delighted to provide further information. Get in touch with our team to find out how we can help you.

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