About Us

Redefining executive search for energy and commodity trading markets

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Founded in 2003, HC Group is an established retained executive search and talent intelligence firm, providing tailored solutions to organisations operating across the international energy and commodities markets.

Retained Search

HC Group specialises in senior-level retained search, with coverage across a wide range of geographic, product and functional markets. 

Talent Intelligence

HC Talent Intelligence provides critical, data‑led talent insight for clients across global energy and commodities markets, supporting informed decision‑making around leadership and workforce strategy.

Part of HC Holdings

HC Group is part of HC Holdings - home to complementary search, talent intelligence and advisory brands operating across the global energy, commodity and natural resource sectors. HC Holdings group companies include Enco Insights, Hyperion Search and 3C Advisors.


We engaged HC to assist with the build out of our trading entities. I was impressed by their access to relevant global talent markets, but also their market intel and data. I look forward to continuing the relationship and would not hesitate to recommend them to any businesses with similar ambition.

Executive Director Marketing, National Oil Company

People & Platform

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We are determined to create an inclusive and diverse workforce that feels empowered to take initiative and achieve its ambitions. Contact us to find out why working with HC Group could be a rewarding next step in your career.

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Enco Insights – Our Advisor Network

Enco Insights is our advisor network dedicated to the energy and resources sector. An HC Group company, Enco Insights unlocks our specialist connections to help clients navigate the challenges and opportunities of the energy transition.

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How can we help?

We have always challenged the paradigms of traditional executive retained search by constantly developing new ways to add value.

What we do

Founded in 2003, HC Group is a global retained executive search and talent intelligence firm supporting organisations across the international energy and commodities markets. The firm specialises in senior‑level executive search, working with clients operating in complex, highly regulated and internationally exposed trading environments.