Code of Ethics

As a member of the Association of Management Consultants, OCL is guided by these ethical principles:

Professionalism:
conduct our activities in a manner that reflects favourably on the profession.

Integrity:
conduct our business activities with integrity and avoid conduct that is deceptive or misleading.

Competence:
perform all search 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 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.