GTL Search

A Successful Strategy For Your Business

Boutique / Niche

About

GTL Search is a one-firm specialist in energy executive search, run by Dave Allan out of Aberdeen since 2000. They've placed senior leaders at Petrofac, Helix Energy Solutions, and multiple confidential offshore wind startups. Unlike generalist search firms, they operate on a guarantee-backed model and won't take on a mandate they can't deliver. Strong personal reputation; clients quote Dave by name and highlight his ability to read the brief beyond what's stated. Registered in Scotland (SC400866).

What Clients Say

No Google reviews. Website testimonials from Energy Executives, CEOs, and Senior Solicitor Advocates — all strongly positive, highlighting depth of network and candidate quality. Testimonials reference Petrofac and Helix Energy Solutions Group.

Why Choose Them

  • ✓ 27 years of energy sector network
  • ✓ Guarantee-backed search delivery
  • ✓ Only takes mandates they can deliver
  • ✓ Covers both traditional O&G and energy transition
  • ✓ Deep knowledge of senior leadership landscape across UK and international energy markets

Services

executive and professional searchtalent mappingpsychometric evaluationorganisational planningposition profiling and benchmarkingsuccession planningdiversity and inclusion consultingcompensation and benefits studiescompetitor and market entry profilingacquisition target profiling

Industries Served

energyoil and gasclean energyoffshore windexecutive search

Placement Levels

executivec-suitesenior leadershipvp level

Social Proof

  • • Placed SVP Operations & Engineering at Petrofac
  • • Placed CTO and COO for offshore wind startup
  • • Testimonials from Frances McMenamin QC and senior energy executives