Principal Search

Principal Search is an established and respected global executive search firm run by former commodity markets professionals with over 26 years of experience in the energy and commodities sector. The company specialises in providing premiere commodities-related talent resourcing and advisory services to core clients in the trading, commercial and private equity sectors for energy and natural resources. Principal Search delivers best-in-class executive sourcing and talent mapping for senior executives, mid to senior level management and C-suite staffing, alongside in-depth consulting on strategic talent planning, competitor analysis, reward and compensation, leadership assessment and staff retention.

Principal Search operates across multiple specialised practice areas including oil and refined products, gas, power and liquefied natural gas, shipping and logistics, bulks, agriculture and metals, C-suite and board appointments, renewable energy and clean technology, risk, compliance and analytics, and hedge funds and proprietary desks. The firm partners with commodity trading houses, oil and gas majors, hedge funds, utilities, investment banks, private banks, sovereign wealth funds, private equity firms, professional energy consulting firms, engineering procurement and construction companies, service companies, mining operators and technology houses across all geographical regions.

Principal Search operates from seven global offices spanning London, Monaco, New York, Houston, Singapore, Hong Kong and Dubai, having completed over 700 placements of senior leaders in energy and commodities across 49 countries. The firm's global team speaks 14 languages and brings deep market knowledge and value-add expertise to strengthen clients' understanding and approach to senior level talent management. Clients choose Principal Search for its enduring partnership-based relationships, established market leadership, proven track record and ability to assist on all aspects of hiring strategy and presence across EMEA, Asia and the Americas.