Connecting Sustainability and ESG Specialists with Businesses
Hanson Search is the leading recruitment, executive search, and talent advisory consultancy in the UK, specialising in connecting organisations with specialist sustainability and ESG talent to advance corporate responsibility and environmental policy. As sustainability becomes central to corporate strategy and regulatory compliance, hiring the right leaders is no longer optional—it’s essential.
As a B Corp certified business, we are committed to ethical hiring and purpose-led recruitment. We partner with organisations across sectors—from financial services and FMCG to government bodies and tech scale-ups—to place business-critical sustainability talent that drives measurable environmental and social impact.
Why Partner with Hanson Search for Sustainability Recruitment?
With over 20 years of executive search experience and a growing portfolio of purpose-led placements, we understand how to build teams that drive sustainable transformation. Our consultants combine sector knowledge with search expertise to identify leaders who align with your ESG goals, regulatory obligations, and brand values.
Sustainability roles today go beyond reporting—they’re about policy influence, stakeholder engagement, green innovation, and navigating issues like greenwashing and COP-linked initiatives. That’s where our expertise stands out.
Our Expertise in Sustainability and ESG Recruitment
We recruit top-tier sustainability professionals across the public and private sectors. Our roles includes:
- Executive Search for Sustainability Leadership – Chief Sustainability Officers (CSOs), ESG Strategy Directors, and C-suite roles with ESG accountability
- Sustainability Reporting, Analytics & Disclosure – Experts in GRI, TCFD, SASB, and climate risk analysis
- ESG Policy & Governance – Professionals with experience in stakeholder management, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and government policy
- Green Transformation & Strategic Communications – Talent skilled in driving internal engagement, sustainability storytelling, and green innovation programs
- Interim Sustainability Consultants – Available for urgent reporting cycles, regulatory transitions, or green initiatives
Trusted ESG Talent Partners with a Global Reach
Our UK-based sustainability recruitment team operates globally, with reach across London, Paris, New York, and the UAE. We support FTSE 100 companies, provide interim support for B Corp certification, and partner with start-ups and NGOs to hire talent that drives net-zero goals, CSR strategies, and broader environmental commitments.
Our sustainability hires help organisations avoid greenwashing by embedding measurable impact into their strategy and build an ESG function from scratch, our consultants understand the nuances of the sustainability hiring market.
Contact us to find your next sustainability hire
If you are looking to hire or need advice on the role of a sustainability professional in the UK, get in touch with our expert talent team today.
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