Global executive search and advisory firm HC Group acquires Liverpool recruitment venture, Hyperion Search, which specialises in the ‘cleantech’ sector. Tony McDonough reports

Global executive search and advisory firm HC Group has acquired Liverpool cleantech executive recruitment venture Hyperion Search.

Hyperion was founded in the city in 2014 by experienced Liverpool executive recruitment specialist David Hunt. David is passionate about renewable energy and saw a gap in the market for an executive search business focusing on the sector.

He believes this acquisition by HC Group, completed for an undisclosed sum, marks a “significant milestone” in Hyperion Search’s “growth journey”. He added it would enhance Hyperion’s ability to serve a wider network of clients internationally.

“Joining the HC Group family gives us the opportunity to scale our team and broaden our reach in Europe and beyond, after 10 years of organic growth,” said David who is managing director of Hyperion.

Employing 10 people, Hyperion’s core focus is energy storage, solar, renewables and e-mobility. HC Group specialises in the energy and commodities sectors. 

David explained: “The energy and mobility transitions are evolving at pace, and this partnership enables us to have a greater impact by connecting top talent with a wider range of clients who are driving these critical transitions forward.”

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Since launching 11 years ago Hyperion has successfully placed top leadership talent across 17 countries, helping scale some of the most innovative companies in the energy transition.

Damian Stewart, managing partner at HC Group, also said: “Bringing Hyperion Search into the HC Group family aligns perfectly with our commitment to supporting clients through the evolving energy landscape.

“Their expertise in renewables and cleantech search complements our deep network across traditional and emerging energy sectors, allowing us to provide even greater value to our clients.”