C17Connect delivers professional talent acquisition solutions, working on a select number of mid-to senior-level positions on an exclusive basis.

C17Connect provides a market-leading service, utilising our expert knowledge to partner with our clients in order to fill niche positions across Sustainability and Renewable Energy.

C17Connect highlights

Exclusive partnership

Market advice, salary information, industry benchmarks

Market coverage based on agreed competitor list

Proactive sourcing approach

CVs provided with concise candidate summary against role(s)

Full specialist media advertising campaigns

2 - 6 week time frame for completion (plus notice period)

Our impact in their worlds

"I had the pleasure of Climate17 representing me recently. As well as being passionate and knowledgeable about the renewables industry, I found them to be extremely professional and responsive, providing valuable support and keeping me informed throughout the entire process – nothing was too much trouble! I would highly recommend their skills."

- Renewable Energy Development Director

"Climate17 have brought a refreshing approach and personal style to what can often be a challenging recruitment environment. They have been proactive, friendly, extremely helpful and always go the extra mile. They also work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. They have made my life easier on numerous occasions for which I can’t thank them enough and I look forward to continuing to work together."

- HR Manager, Energy & Sustainability Consultancy

"Climate17’s help was essential in finding me a new role. They proactively targeted specific companies that we both believed were ideal for my professional development and managed to get me interviews with them. Their positive approach proved very efficient and allowed me to get job offers in a relatively short amount of time. I would definitely go back to Climate17 for my next role."

- Senior Sustainability Consultant

"A very big thank you to David Ward from Climate17 for his support, insight and astuteness. David took the time to understand the person I am, what I am about and how I want to progress, likewise for clients. The right level of support to me continued throughout the process and is much appreciated."

- Associate Sustainability Consultant – Global Property Strategist

"You couldn’t find a better a recruitment company. Working with David at Climate17 has been a pleasure, from the moment we talked on the phone, to finding the right job for me and where I am in my career. Always professional, jovial and caring."

- ESG and Sustainability Manager – The Ansor Group

"David is such a genuine and authentic recruiter; it has been a pleasure to work with him. David recently supported us in the search for a Sustainability Manager. His knowledge, contacts and insights were highly impressive. He is dedicated to being an SME in the Sustainability and Environment space, he gives a truly unique candidate and client experience."

- Talent Acquisition Partner – The Yum Yum Group

"David was very proactive and made sure he really understood the role, as well as the culture of the company before connecting us with very strong candidates. He helped us through the whole recruiting process and we are very happy with the outcome."

- Head of Sustainability – International Broadcaster

"From the first moment Lucy and I were in contact, I felt a strong sense of positive energy, dedication and understanding.The support provided by Lucy including follow-up calls, emails and updates were timely and I thoroughly appreciated her natural ability to ease the process. I would highly recommend Lucy’s expertise in recruitment and am thankful for her involvement in my next career move."

- Corporate Services Manager – Renewable Energy Developer

"Luke really did stand out to me throughout the process of helping me secure a role. I would recommend anyone to Luke who is interested in a career in the renewable sector, as his knowledge regarding the sector and his clients, and the roles they are after, is fantastic, in addition to his personable skills which really did make the interview process enjoyable and gave me a sense of confidence knowing I was working with a recruiter who did have my best interests in place."

- Property and Development Surveyor – Property & Land Developer

"Having had the pleasure of dealing with Luke recently, I can wholeheartedly recommend him and his team. My experience was one of professionalism, timely communication, strong support and a friendly approach – all of which are massively important when searching for a new role or challenge."

- Project Manager – Renewable Energy Developer

"From start to finish, the process of working with Luke was an absolute pleasure. Luke was extremely knowledgeable about both the industry and the organisation which I was looking to join, he managed to answer all my questions around the organisational structure and the future direction of the company. The whole process felt very unpressured – it was made extremely clear from the beginning that the move had to be right for me."

- PPA Business Development Manager – Renewable Energy Developer

"David was really helpful in finding my current role. He immediately understood that my background was not the typical one for the roles I was interested in pursuing, but also recognised that I did have the transferrable skills to make it work. He gave some great advice throughout the interview process and ultimately I got the job! I couldn't recommend him and Climate17 more highly!"

- Head of Growth and Supply – Low Carbon Fuels Supplier

"They were our top recruiter in terms of both quality and volume. The team at Climate17 were always so receptive to our challenges and accommodated our recruitment process, timeframes and requests. They were incredibly supportive when we were working on improving the diversity and inclusivity in our hiring – from anonymising CVs, providing gender-neutral bios, to reaching out to new networks."

- Head of People and Talent – Energy Flexibility Software Provider

"I had the pleasure of Tom representing me recently. As well as being passionate and knowledgeable about the renewables industry, I found Tom to be extremely professional and responsive, providing valuable support and keeping me informed throughout the entire process – nothing was too much trouble! I would highly recommend his skills."

- Development Director – Renewable Energy & Infrastructure Developer

"It was a pleasure working with Kris. He goes above and beyond to support the recruitment process. Looking forward to working together in the future as well."

- Markets Strategy Manager - Energy Flexibility Provider

"Tom made my job search simple and as easy as possible. He always kept me in the loop with how the job application is going and made sure I received feedback. It was noticeable that Tom really cared about placing me with a company which works for me as well and he took the time to get to know my goals and values. I couldn't recommend working with Tom enough!”

- Technical Manager – Plastics

"Climate17 est un cabinet de recrutement très professionnel et soucieux du détail. Ils sont experts sur leur secteurs et passionnés par le marché des énergies renouvelables. Ils sont très attachés à la qualité et s'efforce toujours de trouver les meilleurs talents pour notre entreprise."

- Directeur des Ressources Humaines, Producteur d’Energie Renouvelable

"L’équipe de Climate17  a été très professionnelle, et a su comprendre mes attentes dans le cadre de mon changement de poste. Je les remercie encore d'avoir pu bénéficier de cette opportunité."

- Asset Manager Eolien

"Lucy was excellent in recommending a property manager role for me. She checked in with me before the interviews, and was professional, supportive, and responsive throughout the process which made me feel confident and well-informed at every stage. David was also very helpful, answering all my questions when I was offered the role."

- Property Manager

"I had the pleasure of collaborating with Oliver during my recent job search. Oliver possesses deep industry knowledge and excels at matching candidates with suitable opportunities. He is very responsive and truly committed to the long term success of his clients."

- VP of Development

"I highly recommend Rachel to anyone seeking a dedicated and effective recruiter. Rachel was incredibly helpful in my job search, providing professional support throughout the process. Her timely advice and feedback were key in securing my new position."

- Joseph Fisher - Climate & Nature Manager, John Swire & Sons

"I'm happy to recommend Sonny. He sourced candidates that fitted our brief, was always contactable (over and beyond his working hours), and managed the successful candidate well from start to finish, keeping him engaged and providing stability while we made our decision."

- Robert Blake, Renewable Energy Development

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