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Harry James Group

Executive search

Leadership that
moves businesses forward.

Harry James Group partners with renewable energy organisations to identify and secure senior leaders capable of shaping growth, transformation and long-term performance.

  • Board
  • C-Suite
  • VP
  • Director
  • Regional Leadership

A search built around your business

More than candidates.
A true search partnership.

Senior appointments require more than access to candidates. We take time to understand the organisation, its strategy, culture, market position and the leadership capability required for the next stage of growth.

Our executive search process combines market intelligence, competitor mapping, direct headhunting and confidential engagement to identify both visible and hidden talent across the market.

Where we operate

  • CEO & Managing Director
  • Project & Delivery Leadership
  • Chief Commercial Officer
  • Asset Management & Operations
  • Chief Operating Officer
  • Investment & Portfolio Leadership
  • VP / Director of Sales
  • Regional & Country Leadership
  • VP / Director of Engineering
  • Specialist Leadership Roles

Our executive search process

  1. 01

    Discovery

    Understand the business, mandate, leadership environment and success criteria.

  2. 02

    Market Mapping

    Identify relevant organisations, competitors and executive talent pools.

  3. 03

    Research & Engagement

    Direct, confidential outreach to passive executives rather than reliance on active applicants.

  4. 04

    Assessment & Shortlist

    Detailed candidate assessment covering experience, leadership style, motivation and market fit.

  5. 05

    Appointment & Integration

    Support through interviews, negotiation, offer management and successful appointment.

Beyond the shortlist

Adding greater value to your search.

Our retained search assignments can include:

  • Competitor mapping
  • Organisational intelligence
  • Compensation benchmarking
  • Candidate market analysis
  • Talent heat maps
  • Succession intelligence
  • Diversity of market coverage
  • Search progress reporting
Wind turbines on a ridge at sunset

Exceptional people power a brighter tomorrow.

Global renewable energy leadership

International search.
Local market understanding.

Our executive network spans Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific, Australia and the Middle East, enabling us to identify leadership talent across both established and emerging clean-energy markets.

Hover or tap a location to see where we recruit and how many roles are live right now.

Why clients retain HJG

Market Coverage

We map the market rather than wait for applications.

Confidentiality

Discreet engagement for sensitive and business-critical appointments.

Sector Expertise

Search led by people who understand the renewable-energy landscape.

Passive Executive Networks

Access to senior professionals who are not actively looking.

Transparent Delivery

Clear reporting, market intelligence and regular communication throughout the search.

Testimonials

Trusted by energy leaders

“Richard Horncastle is one of the most professional and knowledgeable recruiters I have worked with in the energy storage industry.”
Director of Project Engineering, USAUtility-scale BESS
“He's an absolute pleasure to work with, knows and understands the market which is key and able to go above and beyond when required.”
Talent Acquisition ManagerBESS
“They work hard to find the appropriate professional candidates and provide the highest quality of candidates in a very timely manner.”
Director of Human ResourcesPower Plants & Grid Infrastructure
“They are more interested in assuring the long-term success of both the client and candidate by placing the right person for the right job.”
Vice President of Construction, USASolar PV

Your next leader may not be looking for their next role.

That's why we go to the market.

Whether you're appointing a senior leader, entering a new geography or strengthening an existing leadership team, Harry James Group provides the research, reach and market knowledge required to identify exceptional talent.

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