Over 25 years headhunting experience in oil and gas recruitment.
MSC operates as retained headhunters with over 25 years of international experience in oil and gas executive search. Across upstream, midstream and downstream, we deliver executive search oil and gas leaders trust — sourcing exclusive talent not found in recruitment databases, operating from offices in the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands with truly global reach.
Our oil and gas headhunters identify and engage senior professionals who are already delivering results for competitors. We do not advertise roles or rely on candidate databases. Instead, we conduct bespoke, research-driven searches to uncover the highest-calibre leadership talent across the entire energy value chain.
Service areas across the oil and gas value chain.
Upstream Operations
Exploration, production, and reservoir management leadership for onshore and offshore operations globally.
Midstream Operations
Pipeline, transportation, storage, and processing executives managing critical infrastructure assets.
Downstream Operations
Refining, distribution, and retail leadership roles across the downstream value chain.
Pipeline & Marine
Specialist leadership for pipeline engineering, marine logistics, and offshore transportation operations.
Service & Supply
Executive talent for oilfield services, equipment supply, and technology providers serving the industry.
Deepwater & Subsea
Senior roles in deepwater drilling, subsea engineering, and offshore technology operations worldwide.
Typical roles filled by our oil and gas headhunters.
- General Manager
- Operations Director
- Engineering Manager
- Lead Geologist
- Project Manager
- Technical Director
- Head of Safety
- Commercial Director
- Engineering Consultant
Global reach across oil and gas markets.
Our oil and gas headhunters are active worldwide, including the US, Middle East, Asia, China, Europe, UK, Africa, Australia, and the Americas. Our most common placements are in the Middle East, South America, Russia, and Africa, where we have established networks and deep market knowledge.
MSC offers three guarantees on all assignments, emphasising long-term partnership and commitment to client success. Every candidate is personally interviewed by an MSC Director before being presented to you, ensuring the highest standards of quality and relevance.
Tell us about your vacancy.
Contact our oil and gas headhunting team to discuss your executive search requirements.