Battery Materials Recruitment Experts

DELIVERING EXCEPTIONAL SENIOR LEVEL TALENT

Our Battery Metals Expertise

The battery materials industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by the global energy transition and future mobility, which requires continued sustainable funding streams. This surge in demand for critical battery materials, such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, graphite, manganese, zinc and rare earth elements has created a thriving market. This rapid expansion has created a competitive landscape, with a need for a robust talent pool to support the industry's ongoing development and innovation.

Consequently, the industry is experiencing various challenges, including significant talent shortages of skilled professionals in battery technology, materials science, and mining engineering. The complex and dynamic value chain means that many roles require a combination of technical expertise and commercial skills, making it difficult to find candidates with the right experience.

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Battery Materials Executive Search Solutions

Our dedicated executive search team operates across the entire value chain for the battery materials market, partnering with leading organizations worldwide. With governmental bodies, global policy, and non-state actors all playing a part in legislation to create conditions combined with financial capital to expedite growth, we too are supporting this shift towards decarbonization through our engagement with capital markets.

At CSG, we are well-embedded with a number of Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Boutique investment firms who perform technical due diligence, raise capital, and finance projects. By leveraging our networks, we provide solutions within a complex and fragmented global supply chain. In addition to providing specialist talent to these organizations, we also support startups in accessing such organizations to support their activities within the value chain.

Emobility and clean technology are considered integral to decarbonizing the energy grid and transportation. Ensuring the quality and safety of battery-related products becomes paramount. We are supporting this quality control through our work with innovative testing and manufacturing companies focused on utilizing software and automation within their battery management systems.

Building High Performing Teams at Each Stage of the Cycle

Battery Materials & Energy

Storage Life Cycle.

Battery Recruitment Specialists

We focus on ensuring our client partners have access to the best talent; by working across the battery life cycle from battery metals mining and refining to battery cell manufacturing, energy storage systems, and battery recycling. We source executive-level individuals globally, including relocating C-level and VP-level professionals across continents.

Battery Materials, Mining & Refining

CSG Talent specializes in securing top-tier talent for the mining and refining sector, a critical component of the battery materials supply chain. We collaborate with mining operators engaged in the extraction and upstream processing of essential battery metals and critical minerals.

Our expertise encompasses the entire value chain, from the initial stages of geological exploration supporting the construction of factories and plants to the advanced processes of metallurgical processing. With a focus on lithium, nickel, cobalt, manganese, and rare earth elements as well as covering commodities such as tin, tungsten and aluminium.

Cell Development & Battery Construction

We specialise in the Cell Construction and Manufacturing space, with our expertise spanning a wide range of battery technologies, including lithium-ion, solid-state, hydrogen fuel cells and cathode and anode optimisation.

We work with a range of clients from start ups to Tier 1 organisations supporting in the development and operation of gigafactories to meet the surging demand for high-performance batteries. Additionally, we partner with technology companies who are focused on improving and enhancing battery performance and efficiency. The end users in this area are predominately based in the automotive and construction industries.

Battery Recycling

Our team of specialist consultants work with clients focused on repurposing battery materials into high-value products, such as cathode active materials. Our executive search extends to technology companies developing advanced extraction and refining processes to support decarbonization efforts and optimize supply chain operations for critical minerals like lithium, nickel, cobalt, manganese, and rare earth elements.

We have a strong track record of identifying and placing C-suite executives, engineers, and specialists to drive sustainable practices and circular economy initiatives.

Battery Usage & Battery Storage

At CSG Talent we specialise in bridging the skills gap, effectively sourcing senior level talent for the battery usage and storage sector. We partner with OEMs, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) firms to build high-performance teams driving the global energy transition.

Our expertise lies in identifying and securing skilled professionals from cell and module development to system integration and deployment. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities within this rapidly evolving market and are committed to delivering tailored recruitment solutions that accelerate our clients' growth and success.

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I can confidently say that Junaid is an exceptional consultant who consistently demonstrates professionalism, efficiency, and a genuine commitment to his clients' success. Throughout our collaboration, Junaid consistently impressed me with his prompt and effective communication. What truly sets Junaid apart is his remarkable ability to think on behalf of his clients. He takes the time to understand their needs, goals, and aspirations, and tailors his guidance accordingly. Junaid goes the extra mile to provide personalized advice and support, leveraging his extensive knowledge of the job market to identify opportunities that align with his clients' interests and skill sets.
Principal Engineer

Elliot is a diligent and respected recruiter who has taken the time to understand what makes PwC different.  Elliot will use his network and market knowledge to headhunt the very best candidates for roles across our legal functions and uses feedback in order to further shape and influence his search.  He has built a relationship based on professionalism and trust and effortlessly works as an extension of our business.

Junaid's support was truly exceptional, and it played a vital role in helping me secure a position with a fantastic company in the critical mineral industry. His knowledge of the sector and its key stakeholders is truly impressive. Working with Junaid was a breeze. He always made sure I understood everything and kept me informed without me having to ask. He's a total professional and provided me with all the resources I needed for the company and the specific roles. I'm genuinely impressed by his strong work ethic and accessibility.
Director Process Engineering

The team at CSG Talent are respected within the energy and sustainability industry and approach projects and clients with a great level of professionalism. They take the time to listen to what's important to the customer and returns with solutions that align with the business culture.
Energy, Sustainability & Social Impact Director, Global Leading Services Company

Elliot is a navigator... helping candidates like me navigate through the intricacies of a major career change. It all started when he called me about a job opportunity for a client of his. The position felt as a match right away. Obviously, Elliot did his research and wasn't blindly fishing. Then Elliot navigated his client and me through the expectation setting stage masterfully. It was a match once again. Elliot helped greatly with preparations for interviews. Ultimately, I was able to accept a great offer and I am now very happy with this new phase of my career. Truly, I would not be here today without Elliot.
Recruitment Manager - PwC

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