Guiding principles for guiding principals - our standards for leadership

At W|P|Osborne, we attribute our solid track record of successful hires and satisfied clients to our firm commitment to the values and principles that are at the core of every search we conduct and every one of our client and candidate relationships. As executive search professionals, we approach our work with a strong sense of responsibility, knowing that the advice and solutions that we provide have the potential to significantly affect the businesses and lives of the people we work with.

By consistently adhering to a strong code of professional ethics with an emphasis on exceptional service and integrity, we have been able to build our business primarily through word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied clients.

Work Ethic

Driven by a strong work ethic, we will do our due diligence and consistently approach our work with the rigor required to understand your business and locate and assess the best candidates for your team.

Exceptional service

We know that executive search is all about relationships so we do everything that we can to ensure the people that we work with feel valued and respected. To that end, we are always striving to provide exceptional service. That means we will keep you fully informed throughout the search. We will not just find the best candidates – we will give you all the tools that you need to make well-informed decisions. To us, ongoing communication with you is key to making a successful hire. We are always readily available to answer your questions. Plus, as your agents in the marketplace, we extend that service ethic to the candidates we meet.

Efficiency

We understand the pressures that you are under and know that you need the right person in place as quickly as possible.

Integrity and Trust

Our high volume of repeat business attests to our track record in representing and respecting our clients, guarding their interests and adding exceptional value. Sensitivity of information and confidentiality are always key concerns for our clients. Rest assured that we exercise the highest level of professionalism in this area. We work to earn our clients' trust every day, honoring their confidentiality and providing the resources and expertise to ensure their confidence throughout the decision-making process.