Who are Subterra
Michael Way. Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Michael Way is a seasoned business leader with over a decade of global experience in sales, business development, and talent acquisition across upstream oil & gas, energy, technology, and engineering.
As a Co-Founder & Managing Partner, he specialises in working with FTSE 100, Fortune 500, and billion-pound organisations to provide strategic talent solutions. His expertise in complex, high-stakes markets makes him a trusted partner, helping clients navigate challenges, build high-performing teams, and drive business success through bespoke recruitment strategies.
Michael has led high-performing sales teams and boutique consultancies, balancing strategic vision with a personalised approach. His international experience ensures clients receive world-class talent solutions tailored to their unique market challenges.
Under his leadership, the firm is committed to delivering results, forging long-term partnerships, and securing top executive talent for the evolving energy landscape.
Chris Morrison. Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Chris Morrison is a trusted recruitment professional dedicated to forging strong relationships and connecting top talent with career-enhancing opportunities. Specialising in the Upstream Oil & Gas sector, he has spent over five years developing a global but niche industry network, connecting skilled professionals globally with the intent to nurture their potential and further their future careers.
With a people-first approach, Chris focuses on understanding individuals beyond their resumes—uncovering their goals, motivations, ambitions and strengths to ensure the perfect fit between talent and opportunity. By fostering meaningful connections and maintaining long-term partnerships, he plays a pivotal role in shaping careers and strengthening businesses across the energy sector.
As Co-Founder and Managing Partner Chris’s expertise in networking, talent strategy, and recruitment delivery enables him to provide a seamless experience for both candidates and employers at the highest level. His passion for building relationships and delivering results has made him a well-known and influential figure in the ever-evolving world of oil and gas recruitment.
Subterra Consulting Group was born from a simple observation: the energy sector's most critical technical roles deserve a recruitment partner with matching specialisation and expertise.
As a boutique executive search firm, we operate with hyper-focused precision in subsurface and subsea technical disciplines.
We don't attempt to be all things to all clients—instead, we've intentionally concentrated our expertise where we can deliver exceptional value to E&P operators, NOCs, and energy service providers worldwide, without compromise.
A Meeting of the Minds
Our approach is defined by three core principles:
Our Access to Hidden Talent
We specialise in uncovering the exceptional—connecting our partners with hidden talent that transforms subsurface and subsea operations. Our unrivalled insight into niche markets ensures we find the individuals who make the difference.
Our Hyper-Focused Expertise
Our deep understanding of the energy sector, combined with our specialised focus, enables us to deliver tailored solutions with precision. We thrive on solving complex challenges by applying our expertise where it matters most.
Our Strategic Partnerships
We partner exclusively with those who share our values of precision, integrity, and innovation. By aligning with like-minded organisations, we create enduring collaborations that drive success and embody our hyper-focussed expertise.