Head of Renewable Finance Recruitment, Hybrid London

Reference: 05674_1786030144

Energy Finance Recruiter

Location: London
Job Type: Full-Time
Company: EWI Recruitment

EWI Recruitment is a global leader in renewable energy and infrastructure recruitment with over 6,000 completed assignments across 164 countries.

We are seeking a commercially driven Finance Recruiter to lead our Energy Finance practice.

This is an opportunity for someone with a background in Energy Finance, Energy Trading, Power Trading, Commodities, Investment Banking, M&A, Infrastructure Finance or Renewable Energy Finance to take ownership of a specialist desk with significant growth potential.

Backed by an established international brand, you will play a key role in developing new business, expanding client partnerships and building a high-performing team within one of the most exciting sectors in global recruitment.

Key responsibilities

  • Develop and grow EWI's Energy Finance recruitment division.
  • Win and manage new business opportunities across the energy finance sectors.
  • Build relationships with senior stakeholders across energy companies, trading houses, investment funds, banks and financial institutions.
  • Deliver high-quality recruitment solutions across permanent and retained search assignments.
  • Build and manage a pipeline of high-calibre candidates and clients.
  • Negotiate commercial terms and secure new partnerships.
  • Act as a market expert within your specialist sector.
  • Support the future growth of the division through mentoring and leadership responsibilities.
  • Contribute to strategic planning and expansion initiatives.

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum of 2 years' recruitment experience in either:
    • Energy Finance
    • Energy Trading
    • Commodities
    • Power Markets
    • Infrastructure Finance
    • Banking and Financial Services
    • Renewable Energy sectors
  • Demonstrated success in business development and client acquisition.
  • Self-motivated, mature and highly professional.
  • A collaborative approach with a team-first mentality.

Why Join EWI?

Build Your Own Division

This is not simply inheriting a desk. You'll have the opportunity to shape, develop and own a specialist Energy Finance practice.

Exceptional Earning Potential

  • Competitive base salary dependent on experience and level.
  • Uncapped quarterly commission scheme.
  • Commission starting at 22% above threshold, with top performers earning significantly higher percentages.
  • Clear progression pathways into senior leadership positions.

Global Platform

Join an international recruitment business with offices across key markets and access to clients and opportunities throughout Europe, North America, the Middle East and Africa.

Career Progression

Whether you join as a Consultant, Senior Consultant, Principal Consultant or Business Manager, your progression will be based on performance, leadership capabilities and business impact.

If you're currently recruiting within Energy Trading, Commodities, Power Markets, Renewable Energy Finance, Infrastructure Finance or Investment Banking and are looking for the opportunity to build something of your own, we'd love to hear from you.

EWI Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£35,000.00 - £100,000.00
Per annum
GBP35000 - GBP100000 per annum + Uncapped Commission, Gym
Added 08/09/2026
Reference: 05674_1786030144

Head of Renewable Finance Recruitment, Hybrid London

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