Cleantech Impact Partners

Cleantech People is a retained recruitment agency founded in 2011 by Jane Gentleman, who brings over twenty-five years of experience in executive search and business development. The company specialises in finding senior management and director-level professionals for growth-focused organisations. Unlike traditional contingency recruitment firms, Cleantech People operates exclusively on a retained basis, ensuring a committed, thorough approach to every assignment. The agency prides itself on building genuine connections and understanding the calibre of talent required to drive business success, offering a seamless appointment process that allows clients to focus on their core operations.

CleantechPeople serves clients across multiple sectors including cleantech, renewable energy, automotive, banking, communications, construction, energy, financial services, FMCG, IT, marketing, media, pharmaceutical, private equity, public relations, retail, science and technology, transport, and central government. The agency's expertise spans both private and public sector recruitment, with particular strength in placing mid to senior executives within innovative and dynamic organisations. The company also provides complementary services in lead generation and deal flow, leveraging its extensive network to introduce clients to venture capitalists, private equity houses, angel investors, and management consultancies.

CleantechPeople operates from the United Kingdom and has built its reputation almost entirely through referrals and testimonials from satisfied clients. The agency's competitive advantage lies in its market-leading network of over 30,000 executives developed over decades of industry experience, combined with a personal, relationship-driven approach to business. Jane Gentleman and her team, including Amanda Clarke, are known for their ability to identify exceptional talent, establish rapport with candidates, and open doors to decision makers. The company's commitment to only accepting assignments it is confident of delivering on, coupled with its willingness to recommend alternative consultancies when appropriate, has established Cleantech People as a trusted partner for executive recruitment and business development.