About

“People are the most valuable asset to an organisation, we treat this with care and responsibility seriously”

Who we are

Passionate about people and driven by long-term and high impact partnerships, we prioritise client and candidate experience with a commitment to excellent service at the core of everything we do. We take the time to really understand our clients and the nuances of their business to support them in making well-informed hiring decisions by offering human capital solutions that seamlessly connects them to the best talent in the industry.

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Our expertise

Our success is grounded by our deep-rooted industry expertise. We partner closely with our clients, guiding them towards the most effective hiring strategies and offering expert advice that delivers the results they seek.

Our business model is consciously aligned to the industries we operate in, with experienced niche multilingual Search expert’s specialised in sourcing skillset specific candidates and managing search projects across the whole value chain of Renewable Energy and Sustainability organisations worldwide.

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Our actions are guided by our core values

Vision

To establish a new standard of excellence in search by creating positive experiences that empower a diverse, global workforce to drive the worlds’ sustainable energy transition.

Mission

Empowering positive and lasting change through exceptional talent.

Purpose

To make a lasting, positive impact on our clients, colleagues, and the environment.

Our qualities

Passion

We care deeply about our work and the positive impact we can contribute to organisations, people, and the planet.

Excellence

By employing a rigorous approach, we offer impartial guidance enriched by extensive insight, detailed research, and precise delivery.

Commitment

Total commitment to our people, our clients, and successful outcomes. Consistently living by our values to deliver exceptional service and experiences.

Integrity

We value trust and act with a sense of purpose to drive positive change by doing what is right.

Diversity, equality and inclusion

Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) enhances our advisory capabilities for clients and fosters greater representation within our own workforce. We leverage diversity to stimulate creativity, equity to empower diverse talent and perspectives, and inclusion to cultivate a culture that celebrates differences and promotes authenticity.

Our commitment to DE&I extends throughout our organization. Rooted in our values, which embodied by our colleagues daily, our culture is open, inclusive, and committed.

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For all our futures

We aim to promote an environment where employees feel fully engaged in their work, trusting their colleagues and partners. We are confident that fostering such a culture cultivates an atmosphere that optimally supports a thriving, efficient, and happy team.

We firmly stand against all forms of unlawful and unjust discrimination or victimization and promote equality and fairness for all individuals.

Contact

“People are the most valuable asset to an organisation; they drive its success and create positive environments”

Matt Riley, Founder & Director

Rhys William

Search Associate

Rhys leads search execution, specialising in delivering client mandates across the full spectrum of renewable energy, with a focus on niche searches throughout Europe and the U.S. He is committed to partnering closely with clients and candidates throughout the hiring process, providing valuable insights and market intelligence to support effective hiring decisions.

James Cooper

Non-Executive Director

James was appointed Non-Executive Director of Walter Hewitt at the end of 2023. He is responsible for working closely with the leadership team to develop the company’s corporate, operational and client strategies.  James is a Director of the coaching and leadership business D3 Partnership, he sits on the Board of Trustees for the Lloyd’s Benevolent Fund and since 2016 has been the Founder and Managing Director of Damhurst, a leading executive search firm in the global insurance market.

Matt Riley

Founder & Director

With more than two decades in search, Matt is our founder and is responsible for the strategic direction, growth, and development of Walter Hewitt. He remains active and engaged with clients and enjoys supporting them overcome their hiring challenges. Matt has concluded search mandates worldwide and enjoys the diversity and uniqueness of each project.

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Eduardo Martinez

Associate Director

Eduardo and his team are responsible for delivering client mandates from commencement to completion across the full spectrum of renewable energy and have successfully concluded niche mandates across Europe and the U.S. Eduardo and his team enjoy working closely with clients supporting them to make informed hiring decisions with key market intelligence and insights.

Ellie Miles

Office Manager

Ellie is our office manager and provides invaluable support across the business. She enjoys working alongside the Walter Hewitt team ensuring smooth running of the office along with planning internal and external company events.

Claire Townsend

Finance

Claire provides part-time Finance support to the Walter Hewitt business and team. She is responsible for managing invoices, client finance queries, tax and works closely with our accounts and advisors to ensure the business runs smoothly and efficiency.