Livingston James

Livingston James, based in Glasgow, provides Executive Search, Consulting & Advisory, and specialist recruitment within Agriculture & Agritech and Information Technology (IT) across the United Kingdom. Our dedicated team focuses on securing senior appointments and strategic hires for businesses navigating complex talent landscapes.

Livingston James is a UK-based executive search and selection company that specializes in matching professional expertise to business needs. Founded in 2009, the firm aims to fill a gap in the recruitment market by providing experienced consultancy services. As an employee-owned business, all staff members are invested in achieving positive outcomes for clients, candidates, and community partners.

The company offers executive search and leadership advisory services, focusing on understanding client requirements to source diverse, high-caliber candidates globally. Their expertise covers senior and executive appointments across various sectors, including agriculture, technology, and private equity. With offices in Edinburgh and Glasgow, Livingston James leverages advanced technologies to connect with specialist candidates in regions such as the UK, Europe, India, Thailand, and the USA. The firm operates under the Livingston James Group, which includes the sub-brand Rutherford Cross for specialist finance recruitment.