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Hanson Search: ESG Recruitment in Qatar Specialists

Hanson Search is an award-winning recruitment, executive search, and talent advisory consultancy specialising in ESG recruitment in Qatar. We help organisations across Doha and beyond hire experienced ESG leaders who understand local regulations, international frameworks, and the commercial value of sustainability.

With over 20 years of global experience — working across London, Paris, the UAE, KSA, and New York — we deliver ESG recruitment strategies tailored to Qatar’s evolving economic, environmental and governance priorities.

As a certified B Corp, we work with businesses who align purpose with performance and see ESG as a lever for innovation, growth and long-term impact.

Why ESG Recruitment in Qatar is a Priority

Qatar is embedding ESG into its national growth plans, regulatory frameworks, and investment strategies. From energy and infrastructure to sports and finance, the need for strong ESG leadership has intensified.

As a result, ESG recruitment in Qatar has become a key priority for boards, HR leaders and investors seeking experienced professionals who can lead change and deliver compliance.

Market drivers include:

  • Qatar National Vision 2030 sustainability and governance goals

  • ESG reporting expectations for public and private entities

  • Greater scrutiny from regulators, rating agencies and global investors

  • Integration of ESG into procurement, project development and risk management

  • Rising pressure to localise leadership, ensure inclusion, and meet global standards

We provide talent solutions for organisations responding to these pressures — with a focus on quality, discretion and cultural fit.

Qatar ESG recruitment

C-Suite and Senior ESG Roles We Recruit in Qatar

At Hanson Search, specialise in ESG recruitment in Qatar for senior and C-level positions across corporate, government-linked and investment organisations. We work across permanent and interim roles, with access to both local and international candidates.

We recruit for:

  • Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO)

  • Director / Head of ESG

  • Head of Sustainability Reporting & Disclosure

  • Head of ESG Risk & Compliance

  • Director of Sustainability Communications / Public Affairs

  • Sustainable Investment Director / ESG Lead (Financial Institutions)

Every search is tailored to your organisation’s structure, maturity and sector — whether you’re appointing your first CSO or deepening your ESG leadership bench.

Why Choose Hanson Search for ESG Recruitment in Qatar

We combine deep knowledge of ESG functions with a long track record in C-suite and senior-level search. Our experience spans sovereign entities, family offices, and large corporates across the Gulf.

Why clients choose us:

  • Specialist ESG executive search capability

  • Access to ESG leaders in Qatar and internationally

  • Bilingual and relocation-ready candidates

  • In-depth market mapping and benchmarking

  • Track record hiring into complex, sensitive environments

  • A values-led approach as a certified B Corp

Start Your ESG Recruitment in Qatar

Looking to hire ESG leadership talent in Qatar? We’ll connect you with experienced professionals who bring credibility, clarity and capability to your sustainability agenda.

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    With a network spanning the UK, Europe, USA, and the Middle East, our team of recruitment consultants are experts in sourcing the best talent globally.

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    • Global CEO, Regional Head of MENA

      Alice Weightman

      Alice Weightman: CEO, Global Executive Search Leader, and UAE Market Expert: Alice Weightman is the Founder and CEO of Hanson...

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      Nils Gerardin: Nils Geradin is a seasoned executive search and recruitment consultant with nearly ten years of experience placing senior-level...

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      Katie Simpson

      Katie Simpson: Having previously spent 10 years in communications, Katie brings real industry insights into the hiring process. Taking her...

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      Amy Hayer

      Amy Hayer: Amy brings over 15 years of experience in executive search, with a focus on healthcare communications and international...

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      Barbara Ozanon

      Barbara Ozanon: With over a decade of experience in recruitment, executive search, and headhunting, Barbara Ozanon leads Hanson Search’s European...

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      Peter Ferguson

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      Lexi Smith-Muller

      Lexi Smith-Muller: Lexi has over 10 years’ experience of recruitment & talent acquisition, and over 6 years’ experience working in...

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      Helena Ranger

      Helena Ranger: Helena is Principal Consultant leading the Consumer division across PR, Marketing and Digital Marketing. She plays a pivotal...

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      Camille Chevallier

      Camille Chevallier: Having started her career as a comms professional, Camille spent 20 years in senior roles within leading agencies...

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      Mirjana R.Dejanovska

      Mirjana Dejanovska: Mirjana is Talent Strategist & Customer Success Manager at our sister company, The Work Crowd. Mirjana joined Hanson...

    • Internal Recruitment & Operations Lead

      Katie Cubbon

      Katie Cubbon: Katie manages internal recruitment at Hanson Search, while also overseeing office management and business operations. With experience across...

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      Arlena Butt

      Arlena Butt: Arlena is a valued senior researcher at Hanson Search, supporting the team across Public Affairs, Corporate Communications, Health...

    • Senior Consultant, Corporate & Financial Communications, UK & USA

      Rachel L’Estrange

      Rachel L’Estrange: After spending six years in Corporate PR and Marketing, Rachel made the move into recruiting for the industry...

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      Ivana Stevanovska

      Ivana Stevanovska: Ivana is Community and Marketing Executive at our sister company, The Work Crowd. As well as being highly...

    • Head of Interim Communications

      Ben Mitchell

      Ben Mitchell: Head of Interim Communications Ben is Head of Interim Communications and works across both Hanson Search and our...

    • Head of Interim Marketing and Management Recruitment Services

      Madeleine Weightman

      Madeleine Weightman: Madeleine is Head of Interim Marketing and Management Recruitment and co-Founder of The Work Crowd, the sister company...

    • Search Director, MENA

      Amanda Dowie

      Amanda Dowie : MENA Search Director Amanda Dowie is an accomplished executive search specialist with over 20 years of global...

    • Researcher

      Fani Mateska

      Fani Mateska: With over four years’ experience in recruitment consultancy, Fani joined Hanson Search in July 2025, bringing expertise from...

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      Michelle Milbourn

      Michelle Milbourn: Michelle is a seasoned executive search specialist with two decades of experience supporting founders and investors across Europe’s...

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      Alice Maltby

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      Introducing
      Our recruitment Experts

      Our team possesses a unique blend of industry expertise, advanced recruitment acumen, and professional assessment skills on a global scale. With an in-depth understanding of the market, we are perfectly positioned to help you hire the best talent that you need

      Meet the team

      • Global CEO, Regional Head of MENA

        Alice Weightman

        Alice Weightman: CEO, Global Executive Search Leader, and UAE Market Expert: Alice Weightman is the Founder and CEO of Hanson...

      • UK & Europe Managing Partner, Global Head of Public Affairs

        Janie Emmerson

        Janie Emmerson: Janie leads Hanson Search’s UK & European based teams. From the London office, she guides and supports their...

      • Managing Partner, Global Head of Corporate Affairs

        Katie Simpson

        Katie Simpson: Having previously spent 10 years in communications, Katie brings real industry insights into the hiring process. Taking her...

      • Partner, Global Head of Healthcare & Communications

        Amy Hayer

        Amy Hayer: Amy brings over 15 years of experience in executive search, with a focus on healthcare communications and international...

      • Partner, European Head of Public Affairs and Communications

        Barbara Ozanon

        Barbara Ozanon: With over a decade of experience in recruitment, executive search, and headhunting, Barbara Ozanon leads Hanson Search’s European...

      • Principal consultant, Sales & Marketing

        Nils Gerardin

        Nils Gerardin: Nils Geradin is a seasoned executive search and recruitment consultant with nearly ten years of experience placing senior-level...

      • Search Director, MENA

        Amanda Dowie

        Amanda Dowie : MENA Search Director Amanda Dowie is an accomplished executive search specialist with over 20 years of global...

      • Head of Interim Marketing and Management Recruitment Services

        Madeleine Weightman

        Madeleine Weightman: Madeleine is Head of Interim Marketing and Management Recruitment and co-Founder of The Work Crowd, the sister company...

      • Principal Consultant, Communications, Marketing & Digital Marketing

        Helena Ranger

        Helena Ranger: Helena is Principal Consultant leading the Consumer division across PR, Marketing and Digital Marketing. She plays a pivotal...

      • Director, Hanson Capital MENA

        Alice Maltby

        Alice Maltby : Director, Investor Markets, UAE Alice Maltby is a Director at Hanson Search MENA, working within the firm’s...

      • Managing Consultant, Public Affairs & Policy, UK & USA

        Peter Ferguson

        Peter Ferguson: As a Managing Consultant in the Public Affairs Practice, Peter advises and supports some of the world’s most...

      • Senior Consultant, Corporate & Financial Communications, UK & USA

        Rachel L’Estrange

        Rachel L’Estrange: After spending six years in Corporate PR and Marketing, Rachel made the move into recruiting for the industry...

      • Senior Consultant, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability

        Allyson Kurian

        Allyson Kurian: Allyson is a specialist in corporate affairs and sustainability communications, working at the mid-to-senior end of the market,...

      • Senior Consultant, Communications, Europe

        Camille Chevallier

        Camille Chevallier: Having started her career as a comms professional, Camille spent 20 years in senior roles within leading agencies...

      • Head of Interim Communications

        Ben Mitchell

        Ben Mitchell: Head of Interim Communications Ben is Head of Interim Communications and works across both Hanson Search and our...

      • Consultant, MENA

        Lexi Smith-Muller

        Lexi Smith-Muller: Lexi has over 10 years’ experience of recruitment & talent acquisition, and over 6 years’ experience working in...

      • Senior Researcher

        Arlena Butt

        Arlena Butt: Arlena is a valued senior researcher at Hanson Search, supporting the team across Public Affairs, Corporate Communications, Health...

      • Researcher

        Fani Mateska

        Fani Mateska: With over four years’ experience in recruitment consultancy, Fani joined Hanson Search in July 2025, bringing expertise from...

      • Associate Director of Operations & Inclusion

        Robyn Field

        Robyn Field: As Associate Director of Operations & Inclusion, Robyn is responsible for all business and administrative operations at Hanson...

      • Marketing Lead

        Sam White

        Sam White: Marketing Lead Sam White joined Hanson Search in 2016, initially working as an internal recruiter after gaining experience...

      • Internal Recruitment & Operations Lead

        Katie Cubbon

        Katie Cubbon: Katie manages internal recruitment at Hanson Search, while also overseeing office management and business operations. With experience across...

      • Business Support

        Mirjana R.Dejanovska

        Mirjana Dejanovska: Mirjana is Talent Strategist & Customer Success Manager at our sister company, The Work Crowd. Mirjana joined Hanson...

      • Business Support

        Ivana Stevanovska

        Ivana Stevanovska: Ivana is Community and Marketing Executive at our sister company, The Work Crowd. As well as being highly...

      • Advisor

        Nicholas Watkins

        Nicholas Watkins: Nicholas has over 30 years of business leadership experience that combines successful careers in the media, leisure and...

      • Advisor

        Michelle Milbourn

        Michelle Milbourn: Michelle is a seasoned executive search specialist with two decades of experience supporting founders and investors across Europe’s...

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      Hanson Search’s knowledge of the market is up to date and accurate, they understand day to day needs for their clients, but their real USP is the ability to introduce talent that enables ambition & growth.

      Talent Partner, Blakeney

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      I’ve worked with headhunters for the past 20 years, but I’ve found Hanson Search has a better understanding of how to attract and secure the right talent for our market.

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