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“At Rutherford Cross, we are more than the sum of our parts”

Collectively we can offer the strength and depth of service that makes us the market leader in finance recruitment.

We are committed to taking an open, honest, and ethical approach to recruiting, being proactive and always aiming to be the best in our field.

Our people are knowledgeable and experienced, yet always ready to listen and learn.

Our purpose and values-led culture is based on partnership – with our clients, our candidates, our community and each other. We are accountable, responsible, and professional in everything we do.

Meet the team...

Director - CFO Services - Interim & Contract

Director - CFO Services - Permanent

Consultant - Specialist Services - Audit & Advisory

Consultant - CFO Services - Interim & Contract

Consultant - CFO Services - Interim & Contract

Consultant - CFO Services - Interim & Contract

Consultant - Specialist Services - Tax

Group Commercial Director, Executive Search & Private Equity

Head of Research - Executive Search & Psychometric Testing

Personal Assistant and Front of House Coordinator

FOH Coordinator & Personal Assistant

We always have space for exceptional people...

For a discreet conversation about joining Rutherford Cross, get in touch to find out more. We’d love to hear from you.

‘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’

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.

Contact our finance recruitment experts

We’d be delighted to provide further information. Get in touch with our team to find out how we can help you.

Latest from the blog

Practice vs Industry – What Are Tax Professionals Really Thinking?

Rutherford Cross’ tax specialist Ben Jones, sits at the centre of this conversation, working closely with both accountancy firms and in‑house tax teams across the Scottish market. The survey highlights a clear “tug of war” between practice firms targeting ambitious growth over the next 5–10 years, and in‑house teams continuing to invest in tax expertise to drive efficiency and add value.

Reflections from First AI-Driven Finance Event with Rutherford Cross and PwC

Rutherford Cross Consultant, Jonathan Donnelly, was delighted to host our first AI Driven Finance Roundtable Lunch with guest speakers, Steven Heeps and Karl Saunt, Partners at PwC. Rather than drifting into abstract ideas about AI, the discussion stayed rooted in real-world experience, focusing on what is already working, what is holding teams back, and where immediate opportunities lie.

Practice vs Industry – What Are Tax Professionals Really Thinking?

Rutherford Cross’ tax specialist Ben Jones, sits at the centre of this conversation, working closely with both accountancy firms and in‑house tax teams across the Scottish market. The survey highlights a clear “tug of war” between practice firms targeting ambitious growth over the next 5–10 years, and in‑house teams continuing to invest in tax expertise to drive efficiency and add value.

Reflections from First AI-Driven Finance Event with Rutherford Cross and PwC

Rutherford Cross Consultant, Jonathan Donnelly, was delighted to host our first AI Driven Finance Roundtable Lunch with guest speakers, Steven Heeps and Karl Saunt, Partners at PwC. Rather than drifting into abstract ideas about AI, the discussion stayed rooted in real-world experience, focusing on what is already working, what is holding teams back, and where immediate opportunities lie.