As part of Hanson Corporate, our sustainability and ESG practice recruits the leaders who turn commitments into results. Through sustainability recruitment and executive search, we connect senior talent with organisations committed to making a positive impact, from global corporates to investors, foundations and social impact organisations.

With consultants based across London, Europe, the USA and the Middle East, we recruit for roles including Chief Sustainability Officer, Head of ESG, Head of Climate, sustainable finance leaders, and corporate affairs and sustainability directors. Whether you are building a function from scratch or strengthening an established team, we help you find the leadership that drives transformation.

Our Sustainability and ESG Executive Search Approach

Our search process is targeted, discreet and grounded in genuine market knowledge. We begin by understanding your organisation, the objectives of the role, your sustainability strategy and your leadership culture. Drawing on our network across sustainability, ESG and sustainable finance, we identify and engage candidates with the technical depth, commercial judgement and credibility to deliver lasting change. Every sustainability search is led by a senior consultant who knows the market, ensuring alignment between candidate experience and your goals.

Our Expertise in Sustainability, ESG and Sustainable Finance Recruitment

Sustainability and ESG leaders now sit at the centre of strategy, because regulation, investors and customers all demand evidence rather than ambition. We recruit across the full discipline, from sustainability and ESG strategy through to sustainable finance, climate and carbon solutions, and social impact leadership.

We work across sectors including agriculture, renewables, energy and clean technology, impact investing and financial services. Our consultants combine backgrounds in environmental studies and industry with extensive recruitment experience, so we understand both the challenges businesses face and the talent needed to overcome them. We don’t just place candidates; we partner with you to build impactful, purpose-driven teams.

Why choose Hanson Search as your Recruitment Partner

As an independent, employee-owned executive search firm, we take a personal approach to every sustainability and ESG recruitment brief. Clients get the depth of a specialist practice and the reach of a global firm, with relationships built across the sustainability and sustainable finance markets over many years. Unlike many traditional headhunting firms, our partners lead every search directly, drawing on deep, highly developed networks to uncover exceptional talent. We take it personally. We don’t stop until we deliver the best candidate for your role.

We also hold ourselves to the standards we recruit for. As a certified B Corp, our practices meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, and our own journey in sustainability reflects the values we champion for our clients.

Sustainability & ESG

Why use a specialist ESG and sustainability recruitment firm?

The ESG and sustainability talent market is changing quickly, with organisations looking for people who combine technical expertise with commercial understanding. Our consultants understand the sectors and markets they recruit in, helping clients identify candidates with the right experience to turn sustainability commitments into practical business outcomes.

What industries do you recruit ESG and sustainability professionals for?

We recruit ESG and sustainability professionals across a wide range of sectors, including energy, financial services, consumer, technology, healthcare, infrastructure and professional services. Our understanding of different regulatory, commercial and stakeholder environments helps us identify candidates with relevant sector experience as well as the specialist sustainability expertise required.

What ESG and sustainability roles do you recruit?

We recruit across sustainability, ESG and responsible business, from specialist and management roles through to senior leadership. This includes Heads of Sustainability, Sustainability Directors, ESG Directors, Chief Sustainability Officers, ESG reporting specialists and professionals focused on climate, responsible investment and corporate responsibility.

Hire Exceptional Sustainability and ESG Talent

Looking to hire sustainability, ESG, sustainable finance or social impact leaders in the UK or internationally? Or are you a senior leader in these markets seeking your next challenge?

Contact our team of specialist consultants today for a confidential conversation.

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