Livingston James Appointed as Rank 1 Supplier for the APUC PFB1048 AP – Executive and Senior Specialist Search and Associated Recruitment Services – Lot 2 Executive Search – North

Education has the power to transform lives, create opportunities and strengthen communities. At a time of increasing expectations, evolving learner needs and financial pressures, strong leadership is essential to helping educational institutions deliver positive outcomes for students, staff and society.

We are delighted to announce that Livingston James has been appointed as the Rank 1 supplier for the PFB1048 AP – Executive and Senior Specialist Search and Associated Recruitment Services – Lot 2 Executive Search – North

APUC enables universities, colleges and educational organisations to access trusted, high-quality recruitment partners through a robust procurement framework. PFB1048 AP – Executive and Senior Specialist Search and Associated Recruitment Services – Lot 2 covers Executive Search across Scotland, Northern England, Northern Ireland and Wales, enabling us to support institutions in attracting the leadership talent needed to drive innovation, student success and long-term organisational impact.

This appointment is particularly meaningful because it aligns closely with our purpose: to advise and support people and organisations to realise their potential so that, together, we can impact lives and communities for the better. Few sectors embody that ambition more than education.

At Livingston James, we have a long-standing track record of supporting purpose-led organisations across the public and not-for-profit sectors. We partner with universities, colleges, training providers and education-focused organisations to identify and secure exceptional leaders who can navigate complexity, inspire change and deliver meaningful impact. Through tailored search processes, rigorous market insight and a commitment to inclusive recruitment, we help institutions attract leaders with the vision, capability and values needed to shape the future of education.

We are proud to have been appointed the Rank 1 supplier for Lot 2 and excited by the opportunity to support educational institutions across the UK. We believe the right leadership appointments can have a far-reaching impact, influencing not only organisational performance but also the experiences and opportunities available to learners, staff and the communities those organisations serve.

The framework also provides a streamlined and cost-effective route to market, ensuring institutions can access high-quality executive search support that delivers genuine value. By helping organisations attract exceptional leaders efficiently and effectively, we hope to play a meaningful role in supporting the continued evolution and success of the UK’s education sector.

Looking for executive search support?

If your institution is seeking support with executive, senior leadership or board appointments, please contact Douglas Adam, Director of Public & Not-for-Profit at Livingston James.

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We would be delighted to discuss how Livingston James can help your organisation attract exceptional leadership talent and realise its potential for the benefit of learners, staff and communities.