HC Group is a global executive search and advisory firm specialising in the energy and commodities sectors. 

This strategic acquisition is intended to enhance Hyperion’s ability to serve a wider network of clients across Europe and beyond. Hyperion Search will continue to operate under its established brand, maintaining its focus on cleantech and renewables while leveraging HC Group’s extensive network and resources, according to the acquisition announcement.

The acquisition aligns with HC Group’s commitment to the evolving energy landscape, a Hyperion statement said, by integrating Hyperion Search’s expertise in cleantech and renewables with HC Group’s already established presence in traditional and emerging energy markets.

David Hunt, founder and managing director of Hyperion Search, said that joining the HC Group would allow Hyperion to “scale our team and broaden our reach in Europe and beyond, after 10 years of organic growth. The energy and mobility transitions are evolving at pace, and this partnership enables us to have a greater impact … with a wider range of clients who are driving these critical transitions forward”. 

The acquisition reinforces the companies’ shared values and vision of accelerating the clean energy and mobility transitions through world-class executive search and advisory services, the statement said. 

Founded in 2014, Hyperion Search is an executive search firm specialising in the cleantech sector, with a core focus on energy storage, solar, renewables and e-mobility. The firm has successfully placed top leadership talent across 17 countries. 

With a presence in key markets worldwide, HC Group partners with clients to navigate industry shifts and secure top-tier talent to drive growth and transformation. Damian Stewart is managing partner and co-head of HC Group.

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