Principal Recruitment Consultant - CleanTech
Piper Maddox
Location: Los Angeles (Santa Monica)
Brand: Piper Maddox – CleanTech
Compensation: Competitive base + uncapped commission (up to 50%) + quarterly / half-year / annual bonuses + equity
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a Principal Recruitment Consultant to join Piper Maddox in Los Angeles, supporting our continued growth and dominance within the CleanTech market.
Based in the heart of Santa Monica, this is an opportunity to build a market in one of the most dynamic Clean Energy hubs in the US surrounded by high-growth startups, VC-backed innovators, and global energy leaders.
This is a true 360 role, giving you full ownership across business development and delivery with the autonomy to shape your market, define your strategy, and scale a desk aligned to client demand.
You’ll leverage Piper Maddox’s established reputation across Sustainability, CleanTech, and New Fuels, while collaborating with high-performing teams across North America and Europe.
For someone ambitious, this is a platform to build, lead, and scale.
About LHi Group & Piper Maddox
LHi Group is a Great Place to Work–accredited, employee-owned talent solutions business operating across the US, UK, and Europe through four specialist brands.
We deliver beyond traditional recruitment, offering:
- Permanent & Contract Recruitment
- Consulting & Advisory
- SOW & Project Solutions
- Embedded & Workforce Programs
Our strategy is built on three pillars: Customers | Brand | People & Leadership
Piper Maddox is our Clean Energy and Sustainability brand, partnering with organisations driving transformation across renewables, energy storage, EV, and new fuels.
Our LA office, based in Santa Monica, is a key US growth hub — offering:
- A high-performance, collaborative environment
- Direct access to West Coast CleanTech clients
- Close alignment with NYC, Austin, and Miami
The Role – Principal Consultant (CleanTech)
What you’ll do:
- Operate as a full 360 consultant (BD → placement)
- Build long-term partnerships across Renewables, EV, Energy Storage & Infrastructure
- Leverage a strong brand while developing your own market vertical
- Collaborate across offices to unlock cross-sell opportunities
- Play a key role in scaling the LA office
Key Responsibilities
Business Development
- Open and grow new client relationships across the CleanTech ecosystem
- Partner with startups through to enterprise organisations
Delivery
- Manage full lifecycle recruitment for senior to C-suite roles
- Deliver a high-quality, consultative candidate experience
Market Ownership
- Become a specialist within your vertical
- Build your personal brand through networking and content
Team Growth
- Mentor future hires as the LA team scales
- Contribute to a high-performance, team-first culture
Who We’re Looking For
- 5+ years recruitment experience (or degree + strong track record)
- Proven 360 recruiter with BD strength
- Experience building markets and owning client relationships
- Ambitious, entrepreneurial mindset
- Aligned with our “Good Human” culture
Why Join Us?
- Uncapped commission (up to 50%)
- Bonus structure + equity participation
- Work in Santa Monica, one of LA’s most sought-after locations
- Clear path to leadership / Director level
- Global incentives (trips, lunch clubs, top performer awards)
- International mobility opportunities
- Inclusive, high-performance culture
Next Steps
If you’re looking to build a market, grow a team, and be part of a high-performing environment in one of the most exciting CleanTech hubs globally —
Apply directly or connect with our Talent Team for a confidential conversation.