About Selectra & Our Services
- Energy — Get expert advice on your energy & learn how you can save money on your energy bills.
- Internet — Make the most of your internet connection. See the best plans and deals to stay connected.
- Waste — Learn more about your waste and save money on your bills.
- Moving — Organise your move with our expert checklists. Find out everything from utilities to council tax.
Selectra compares all 12 Irish energy providers to help you find the best deal.
At Selectra, Our Mission Is Simple
To inform our consumers & help you save money on home contracts & more.
- Customer First — We always ask ourselves how we can best help our customers.
- Building Trust — Trust is the key to building relationships with our customers.
- Empathy — We understand the stress of home services. We're here to help you!
Founding Selectra
Selectra was first created in France in 2007, as a joint venture between Aurian de Maupeou and Xavier Pinon, as a way to inform and assist energy consumers in the wake of the deregulation of the French energy market.
- 2012: Opened in French telecom and Spanish markets.
- Current: Operations now in 15 countries worldwide.
- 2025: 200 million+ visitors on Selectra group sites.
Meet The Founders
Xavier Pinon
Cofounder & Managing Director
Manages the commercial aspects of Selectra and web content development. Co-author of a book on the French retail energy market.
- Sciences-Po Paris: Masters in Finance and Corporate Strategy
- Columbia University: Masters in International Affairs, Management, & Energy Public Policies
Aurian de Maupeou
Cofounder & Director of Digital Strategy
Manages Selectra's SEO strategy, technical tools, web programming, and the development of new markets.
- Sciences-Po Paris: Masters in Finance & Corporate Strategy
- University of St. Gallen: Masters in International Affairs
Selectra by the Numbers
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Founding Year | 2007 |
| Countries Operating | 15 |
| Website Visitors (2025) | 200 million+ |
| Employees Worldwide | 1,900 |
| Energy Providers Compared (Ireland) | 12 |
| Contracts Signed (2025) | 1 million+ |
| Collective Savings (2019, France) | €8.3 million |
| CO² Reduction (2019, France) | 113,000 tonnes |
Operating countries include: France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Germany, Austria, Belgium, the Netherlands, Mexico, Bulgaria, Ireland, Japan, Argentina, and Chile.
Service Expansion
Since 2013, Selectra has extended its services to include telecommunications, home insurance, and now online banking. In the long term, Selectra will be your one-stop home utilities comparison service.
The Financial Times FT 1000 has ranked Selectra as one of 'Europe's Fastest Growing Companies' for 2 years in a row!
Our Team Is Growing
Are you looking for your next career move? Join our fast-paced team and let's revolutionise home contracts together!
In the last 10 years Selectra has grown to 1,900 employees worldwide.
Headquarters: 66 Rue Sébastien Mercier, 75015 Paris, France