
About Us
Live your purpose with people who share it.
We believe that when people and companies align on purpose, real impact follows. That belief drives us, shapes our approach, and defines the work we do every day. Our mission is to build the most people-centric, purpose-driven search company, connecting diverse and passionate individuals who, together, have the power to accelerate the global energy transition.
Our model is senior-led by design. Global business leaders remain directly accountable throughout every search, ensuring strategic insight, consistent evaluation, seamless execution, and a single point of accountability. This enables a unified lens and shared framework for candidate assessment, from first conversation to final placement.
We take a holistic view of the market, integrated across geographies, industries, and the full energy value chain. This cross-functional perspective, combined with our inclusive approach to search, allows us to source from diverse talent pools rather than siloed networks, enabling global delivery with local depth.
Our four core offerings are:
Executive Search → Permanent Recruitment → Contract & Interim Solutions → Market Intelligence Reports →
From stealth-mode innovators to global multinationals, we build the teams behind some of the most important climate solutions of our time.
Brightsmith was founded in London in 2019 by Tommy Bright, Jenny Gladman, and Adam Smith, three experienced recruiters with the shared ambition to do things differently.
With backgrounds in energy, finance, and executive search, they saw an opportunity to build a recruitment business that was more human, more honest, and more meaningful. The result was a business that prioritises long-term relationships over short-term wins, focused exclusively on the energy transition.
Our Values
Authenticity
We are always honest & transparent
We act with purpose, positivity & integrity
We treat our colleagues & customers with respect
We actively listen to the needs of others
We empathise & act with kindness
We encourage and appreciate diversity of thought
Collaboration
We recognize the power of teamwork
We seek opportunities for others
We share knowledge
We act with Brightsmith in mind
We commit to lifting others
We are each accountable for the collective success
Ambition
We strive for constant improvement
We have a growth mindset
We ask for, accept & act on feedback
We do what we say we will do & are accountable for our own success
We are resilient
We always give 100%
Let’s Build Something That Matters
Whether you’re hiring, looking, or exploring what’s next, Brightsmith is here to help you live your purpose, with people who share it.