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Code of Ethics

Members of the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) are guided by the following ethical principles, which reflect fundamental values of the retained executive search consulting profession. The AESC is committed to educating its members about the application of these principles.


Professionalism

Conduct their activities in a manner that reflects favorably on the profession.

Integrity

Conduct their business activities with integrity and avoid conduct that is deceptive or misleading.

Competence

Perform all search consulting assignments competently, and with an appropriate degree of knowledge, thoroughness and urgency.

Objectivity

Exercise objective and impartial judgment in each search consulting assignment, giving due consideration to all relevant facts.

Accuracy

Strive to be accurate in all communications with clients and candidates and encourage them to exchange relevant and accurate information.

Conflicts of Interest

Avoid, or resolve through disclosure and waiver, conflicts of interest.

Confidentiality

Respect confidential information entrusted to them by clients and candidates.

Loyalty

Serve their clients loyally and protect client interests when performing assignments.

Equal Opportunity

Support equal opportunity in employment and objectively evaluate all qualified candidates.

Public Interest

Conduct their activities with respect for the public interest.


Our adherence to, and compliance with, these codes and guidelines is of course subject to the prevailing national laws and regulations in the countries in which we operate.

Having helped us secure a brilliant CEO, the firm are now helping us build an equally impressive senior management team.

Sir Keith Mills, former Chief Executive, London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games