The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) is the worldwide professional association for the retained executive search industry. The AESC's mission is to promote the highest professional standards in retained executive search consulting, broaden public understanding of the executive search process, and serve as an advocate for the interests of its member firms.
Retained executive search consulting is a specialized for mf senior-level management consulting, conducted though an exclusive engagement. Its purpose is to assist a client organization in defining executive positions, then identifying and selecting well-qualified candidates though comprehensive search processes.
Successful retained executive search is built upon relationships rather than discrete transitions; it is widely recognized as an indispensable service to organizations worldwide.
The AESC adopted a Code of Ethics in 1977, which outlines the fundamental principles that guide executive search consultants in performing their duties and conducting relationships with clients and candidate communities.
In 1984 the AEC also developed a set of Professional Practice Guidelines. These represent the AESC’s view on contemporary best practices and exemplify the standards of professionalism expected of executive search consultants.
The AESC and its member firms recognize that the reputation of the executive search profession rests upon the quality and integrity of relationships with clients, candidates, employees and the public.
See also
- Code of Ethics
- Professional Practice Guidelines
- Effective Reference and Background Checking
- Client's & Candidate's Bill of Rights
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