Industrial Executive Search

Industrial organisations are navigating significant change as they respond to technological innovation, automation, sustainability targets, evolving supply chains, and increasing global competition.

The businesses that succeed will be those led by individuals capable of combining operational excellence with strategic vision and commercial agility.

Industrial worker operating metal fabrication equipment with sparks flying in a manufacturing environment, representing engineering excellence, industrial operations and production leadership. Livingston James provides industrial executive search services to manufacturing, engineering, supply chain and industrial organisations across Scotland and the UK.

At Livingston James, we help industrial businesses secure executive and senior leadership talent capable of driving performance in complex and evolving markets.

Our experience spans manufacturing, engineering, industrial services, logistics, infrastructure, construction, transportation, and process industries.

We understand that successful industrial leaders must balance operational effectiveness with innovation, people leadership, and long-term business strategy. Through a comprehensive executive search process, we identify individuals who can lead transformation, improve productivity, manage change, and deliver sustainable growth.

Whether supporting organisational transformation, investment-led growth, succession planning, or operational improvement, Livingston James helps organisations build leadership teams equipped for future success.

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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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To find out more about our Manufacturing, Construction & Engineering Executive Search services, please contact the following consultants.

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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.

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Appointing two pivotal senior leadership roles for Albyn School

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

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GROUP CHAIR

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.

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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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Livingston James is delighted to be partnering with Inspiring Scotland to appoint Trustees to its Board as the organisation embarks on an exciting new chapter.

Since 2008, Inspiring Scotland has worked towards a Scotland where everyone, no matter where they live or the circumstances they are born into, is given the chance to enjoy a happy, healthy life free from poverty or disadvantage.

Livingston James Partners with Inspiring Scotland to Appoint Board Trustees

Livingston James is delighted to be partnering with Inspiring Scotland to appoint Trustees to its Board as the organisation embarks on an exciting new chapter.

Since 2008, Inspiring Scotland has worked towards a Scotland where everyone, no matter where they live or the circumstances they are born into, is given the chance to enjoy a happy, healthy life free from poverty or disadvantage.