Ørsted is a renewable energy company headquartered in Denmark and employs 5,600 people. Formerly DONG Energy, the company rebranded to Ørsted in 2017. In the UK, Ørsted Sales is one of the largest energy suppliers to UK business, with a focus on renewable power and helping customers to become more energy efficient and sustainable.

To recruit a Head of Marketing and Strategy for Ørsted Energy Sales. The successful candidate needed to possess a wide range of skills and experience including strategy, marketing, B2B energy supply experience and senior stakeholder management experience within a similar international organisation. In addition, the recruitment of the role was time critical, owing to the current role holder moving internally.

Ørsted chose to work with Lee De Souza, Managing Director of executive search firm, Harrison Bridge as Lee had previously filled several executive roles for their energy sales business. He conducted a search across energy suppliers and the wider industry, quickly shortlisting over a four-week period (including Easter).

“I have used headhunters in the past but the difference between Harrison Bridge and other agencies is huge. They have a much different approach to the average recruitment company and deliver a whole of a market search providing exceptional candidates at different salary ranges. They manage the entire recruitment process and deliver first time with candidates that other recruiters are not able to reach”.

Ashley Phillips, Sales & Marketing Director, Ørsted Energy Sales

“Lee has recently placed me at a new organisation and I can honestly say he has made the whole process seamless. From the initial meeting through to interviews and package negotiation, Lee has been professional, supportive and encouraging. He took the time toensure that the role was right for me and kept me updated at all stages. I would highly recommend Lee to both recruiting organisations and individuals looking for new opportunities”.

Rebecca Perry, Head of Marketing & Strategy, Ørsted Energy Sales