OUR CANDIDATE SERVICES
We are here to advise and support people and organisations to realise their potential so that together we can impact lives and communities for the better.
This is our purpose. We start each candidate relationship with the desire to understand what makes that person tick and what their long-term aspirations are. We want to play our part in helping them realise their potential, not just in finding their next job.

Helping someone secure a new role can have a transformational impact on their career and life, for good or ill.
It is a real privilege to advise people in this area and one we take incredibly seriously. We want to make a positive difference.
As specialists in senior technology and business change recruitment, we understand how high-calibre careers develop and evolve in the industry – but we also know that your career is unique, just like you are. Whatever your situation and ambition, we are here to help you find the career path that is right for you.
With extensive experience, our consultants are ideally placed to help you manage your career in tech. Our business is built on long-term relationships, so we don’t simply look at your next role, we take a view of a whole career that reflects the realisation of your fullest potential.
Permanent Opportunities
Our permanent experts are here to listen and guide you through what can be an exciting, but sometimes nerve-wracking process. We provide considered advice to ensure you find the best job that lets you realise your potential.
Contract Opportunities
Whether you are a seasoned IT contractor or new to the contract world, we can offer advice on how best to set yourself up and will work with you to secure rewarding projects with top brands.
Career Advice
Finding the perfect job in tech is easier when you partner with the experts. We are on hand to ensure you are fully prepped, providing support on CV writing and interview technique to give you the best possible chance of landing that dream job.
Salary Benchmarking
The Hamilton Forth Annual Insights and Salary Guide allows you to benchmark yourself against your peers in the Scottish tech market and beyond. We are happy to advise you with difficult salary negotiations. Click here to read the latest guide.
Developer Club
At Hamilton Forth we have set up an invite-only Developer Club to help the best software developer talent in the country. Find out more here.
Events
Our tailored events are organised with you in mind, providing access to some of the best minds in the Scottish tech sector, and the opportunity to network with future employers. Keep up to date with our latest events in our news section.
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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 tech talent needs.
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Livingston James Group comprises three bespoke sub brands: Hamilton Forth, Rutherford Cross – our specialist finance recruitment practice, and Livingston James – our executive search and leadership advisory practice. This wider group structure complements our robust search and assessment process, allowing clients to access the Group’s deep-rooted network and expertise.
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Hamilton Forth is Delighted to be Retained by Bute Energy to Appoint Junior GIS Analyst
Hamilton Forth is delighted to be retained by Bute Energy to appoint a Junior GIS Analyst. Bute Energy Limited has built up a market-leading pipeline of Energy Park projects in Wales, constituting the largest onshore renewables development portfolio in the UK.

Hamilton Forth is Delighted to be Retained by Baxters Food Group to Appoint its IT Business Partner
A new vacancy based in Edinburgh has arisen within Baxters Europe, representing an excellent opportunity to join their market-leading team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to further your career within a reputable business that has made themselves a well-established household name over many years. The successful candidate will report directly to the European Finance Director with regular interaction with the wider organisation and various key senior stakeholders within the business, including the IT, finance, HR, sales and marketing teams.

Virtual Roundtable Event – Guidance for Interview Preparation
On Thursday 24th of August, Livingston James Group hosted the next in our Roundtable series. Hamilton Forth Consultant, Rachel Sim and Rutherford Cross Consultant, Christina McLean collaborated to bring an Interview Preparation training session and discussion group to the tech and finance communities.

Hamilton Forth is Delighted to be Retained by Bute Energy to Appoint Junior GIS Analyst
Hamilton Forth is delighted to be retained by Bute Energy to appoint a Junior GIS Analyst. Bute Energy Limited has built up a market-leading pipeline of Energy Park projects in Wales, constituting the largest onshore renewables development portfolio in the UK.

Hamilton Forth is Delighted to be Retained by Baxters Food Group to Appoint its IT Business Partner
A new vacancy based in Edinburgh has arisen within Baxters Europe, representing an excellent opportunity to join their market-leading team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to further your career within a reputable business that has made themselves a well-established household name over many years. The successful candidate will report directly to the European Finance Director with regular interaction with the wider organisation and various key senior stakeholders within the business, including the IT, finance, HR, sales and marketing teams.

Virtual Roundtable Event – Guidance for Interview Preparation
On Thursday 24th of August, Livingston James Group hosted the next in our Roundtable series. Hamilton Forth Consultant, Rachel Sim and Rutherford Cross Consultant, Christina McLean collaborated to bring an Interview Preparation training session and discussion group to the tech and finance communities.