Code of Ethics
Ccentric is a retained executive search firm with a niche industry focus.
Executive search is a specialised form of senior-level management consulting, conducted through an exclusive engagement. Its purpose is to assist a client organisation in defining executive positions, then identifying and selecting well-qualified candidates through a comprehensive search process.
Successful retained executive search is built on relationships rather than discrete transactions. Ccentric is a full member of the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) and has adopted its Code of Ethics. This reflects the following fundamental values that Ccentric will display:
| Professionalism | Conducts our activities in a manner that reflects favourably on the profession. |
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| Integrity | Conduct our 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 judgement 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, any conflicts of interest. |
| Confidentiality | Respect confidential information entrusted to us by clients and candidates. |
| Loyalty | Serve our 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 our activities with respect for the public interest. |