Sustainability and Social Impact Recruitment
Recruitment for a sustainable future for all
At our core, we empower businesses to create real change by embedding visionary leaders who shape sustainable futures. Through sustainability recruitment and executive search, we connect top talent with companies committed to making a positive impact across industries. With a focus on roles such as Head of ESG, Head of Sustainability, Head of Climate, and Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, we help build the leadership teams that drive transformation.
Specialist Expertise Across Industries and Sectors
We work across multiple industry sectors, supporting businesses in agriculture, renewables, energy and clean technology, impact investing, sustainable finance, carbon solutions, and climate change. Our consultants are experts in sustainability, ESG and social impact recruitment, matching organisations with senior professionals who can lead on sustainability and ESG strategies, helping them build resilience, adapt to evolving challenges, and remain at the forefront of change.
A Commitment to ESG and B Corp Certification
As a business, we are fully committed to ESG principles in everything we do. We are proud to be a certified B Corp, ensuring that our practices align with the highest standards of social and environmental performance. Our own journey in sustainability reflects the values we champion for our clients.
Industry and Recruitment Expertise Combined
Our sustainability headhunters, sustainability executive search specialists, and sustainability job recruiters bring together deep knowledge from environmental studies, agriculture, and various industries, combined with extensive recruitment experience. This unique blend of expertise ensures we understand the challenges businesses face and how to identify the talent needed to overcome them. We don’t just place candidates; we partner with you to build impactful, purpose-driven teams.
Partner with Us for Sustainability Recruitment and Executive Search
Our recruitment and executive search services are designed to find the talent that enables businesses to thrive in today’s evolving landscape. We understand the importance of sustainability and ESG, not only for compliance but as a competitive advantage. Whether you need senior leaders to spearhead sustainability initiatives, experts in carbon solutions, or specialists in impact investing, we help you find the right people to achieve your goals.
Let’s Connect
We are always available for a confidential conversation. Whether you are looking to expand your leadership team, explore new career opportunities, or seek advice on structuring your sustainability and ESG functions, our team is here to help.
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Corporate
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Public Affairs
Leadership Lessons with Dominick Moxon-Tritsch, Former Head of Public Policy at Uber, Bolt and Getir
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Public Affairs
Leadership Lessons with Karl Smyth, Director of External Affairs and Strategic Policy at enfinium
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Sustainability
Leadership Lessons with Jos van Oostrum, former Senior Sustainability Director at Mars
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Public Affairs
Leadership Lessons with Tijs Broeke, Director of Government Affairs & Public Policy at HP Inc
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Public Affairs
Leadership Lessons with Timothy Fassam, Group Director of Public Affairs at Phoenix Group
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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
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What people say about us
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
Hanson Search is a trusted and valued recruitment partner to MHP Group. They know the business and the teams they work across well and always strive to provide us with the most high-quality candidates.
Talent Partner, MHP Group
The Hanson Search team truly places quality over quantity and it’s refreshing. Their robust screening process means that you may only view a handful of candidates but each one of them has something to offer the role.
Head of Campaigns, Third Bridge
Hanson Search has been instrumental in identifying and recruiting senior executives for RAK Tourism. They deeply understood the nature of the roles and people we need and provided excellent candidates.
CEO, RAK Tourism
Hanson Search quickly ‘got’ us. They were proactive in their search and responsive in their service right from the outset. Very happy client.
MD, firstlightPR, Paul Davies
Hanson Search understands our business and is able to identify very strong candidates at all levels.
Managing Partner, Brunswick Group - Gulf, Rupert Young
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.
CEO, Hanover, Charles Lewington
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