He was promoted to the office of Windsor Herald of Arms in Ordinary in 1894. In 1919, he was promoted Norroy King of Arms after Charles Athill was promoted to Clarenceux King of Arms. Three years later, Lindsay followed Athill to the role of Clarenceux on Athill's death.
Lindsay's career advancement led him to become Windsor Herald of Arms in Ordinary in 1894. He then succeeded Charles Athill as Norroy King of Arms in 1919, following Athill's promotion to Clarenceux King of Arms. Lindsay later took over Athill's position as Clarenceux after Athill's passing.