Alex, a Partner and head of Arkesden Partners’ specialist Energy & Infrastructure division.
He has extensive experience across both the Conventional Energy and Energy Transition spaces, including renewables, hydrogen, energy storage, grid infrastructure, and low-carbon technologies.
Alex was the first hire at Arkesden in 2008 and rejoined the firm after serving as a Partnership Manager at Dixons Carphone, where he managed key accounts including Telefonica and Virgin. Prior to this, he held strategy and management consulting roles at Aon Inpoint, Santander, and KPMG, advising clients on operational enhancement, market entry, and growth strategies across industries including energy, aviation, marine, cyber, and industrial sectors.
His deep understanding of operational and strategic considerations, combined with a proven track record in delivering complex energy and infrastructure processes, makes him a trusted advisor to both clients and candidates.
Alex holds a BA in Economics from Durham University.
Alex Cornell
Partner, Infrastructure & Energy