Kirsty Mclardy

Head of Research

Meet Kirsty

Kirsty is Head of Research for Livingston James Group. Principally supporting the Executive Search team, Kirsty leads all research activities including market mapping, talent mapping, international search and candidate attraction. Kirsty is also our trained in-house psychometric assessor.

Kirsty works closely with Consultants and Clients to understand exactly what is required and build a robust and targeted plan for how to source and attract high calibre individuals. Over ten years in the recruitment industry, she has worked across a range of sectors and specialisms, primarily at executive level.

Passionate about understanding people, what motivates them and how they can reach their potential most effectively, Kirsty studied MA Psychology at the University of Aberdeen. She has since completed further training in Occupational Ability and Personality testing and is a member of the British Psychological Society.

Outside of work, Kirsty has a passion for food and drink, particularly Scottish produce. She promotes local restaurants and businesses and shares homemade recipes through her food blog, Pancakes and Polaroids. Kirsty is also a fan of the countryside and escapes to the outdoors when she can, trying her hand at some (very) amateur photography.

Contact Kirsty

should you wish to discuss your research and psychometric assessment requirements, or should you be interested in a confidential discussion about your career.

Assignments & Editorial linked to Kirsty...

Managing Grief in the Workplace: A Personal Perspective

Grief Awareness Week offers a vital opportunity to acknowledge the pain of loss, foster understanding, and provide a supportive community for those who are grieving. Our Head of Research, Kirsty Mclardy, shares her personal experiences of grief and how best to manage grief in the workplace.

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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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