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About Elan
Talent acquisition specialists
Elan Search and Advisory is a premier search and advisory business specialising in the global Energy and Commodities Markets . Founded and led by Huw David, an industry veteran with over 20 years of experience of both talent acquisition and executive search within the global Energy and Commodities Markets, Elan operates with an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Elan is built on the principles of speed, dynamism, professionalism, and transparency, with a strong focus on delivering optimal outcomes for both clients and candidates. With offices in the UK, Huw David brings combines an established network and a wealth of global recruitment expertise, having successfully completed mandates for clients in Europe, the United States, Asia, South America, and Africa.
Huw David
With over 20 years of experience in Search and Talent Acquisition, Huw David has built a reputation for delivering exceptional results by prioritizing honesty, transparency, dynamism, and speed. His proven approach ensures that the recruitment process—from initial briefing to the submission of top-tier candidates—takes no longer than a month, even for senior leadership and ExCom roles.
Huw’s expertise spans a wide range of industries, from partnering with some of the largest global energy companies to advising niche commodity houses. This breadth of experience enables him to adapt to the unique needs of businesses, regardless of size or location or sector.
Prior to founding Elan Search, Huw served as Head of Talent Acquisition at one of the world’s leading trading and supply companies. There, he gained invaluable insight into managing complex hiring processes in highly competitive markets, refining his ability to identify and attract the best talent efficiently.
At Elan Search, Huw applies his decades of expertise to help businesses secure game-changing talent quickly and seamlessly. Whether working with established industry leaders or emerging players, Huw’s focus remains the same: delivering tailored, high-quality search solutions that drive business success.
About Elan
Why Choose Elan Search and Advisory?
Elan Search offers unmatched experience of both internal and external talent acquisition, a commitment to transparency, and a global perspective on recruitment within the commodities sector.
Whether you are a client seeking the perfect candidate or a candidate looking for the ideal opportunity, Elan Search and Advisory is dedicated to delivering exceptional results with speed, precision, and professionalism.
Elan Advisory can provide consultancy services to businesses either seeking to establish an internal recruitment function or to restructure or improve an existing function.