Technology Executive Search

Technology leaders are shaping the future of every industry.

Whether driving digital transformation, scaling high-growth businesses, leveraging AI, improving cybersecurity, or creating innovative products and services, organisations need leadership teams capable of turning technological opportunity into commercial success.

Engineer working within an advanced technology and automation environment, representing digital innovation, engineering leadership and product development. Livingston James provides technology executive search services to software, engineering, AI and technology organisations across Scotland and the UK.

At Livingston James, we help technology and tech-enabled businesses secure the executive talent that drives innovation, accelerates growth, and creates competitive advantage.

We partner with organisations ranging from venture capital and private equity-backed scale-ups to established corporates and public sector bodies, identifying leaders who possess the vision, agility, and commercial acumen required to succeed in fast-moving and highly competitive markets.

Our deep networks span software, SaaS, fintech, health tech, cybersecurity, engineering, data and AI, digital transformation, and product leadership. Through a rigorous, research-led search process, we engage exceptional executives ensuring our clients gain access to the strongest leadership talent available.

Whether appointing a transformational CEO, a commercially focused CTO, or building an entire leadership team, Livingston James helps organisations secure the talent required to accelerate growth, embrace innovation, and deliver long-term value.

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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...

Appointing two pivotal senior leadership roles for Albyn School

Glasgow 2026 Case study: Appointing the Executive team to deliver a new kind of games.

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

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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 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.