Leaders in Executive Searchand Leadership Advisory

Founded in 2005 to challenge the global search brands, Wellesley has grown into a valued partner and advisor to leaders in all sectors seeking to transform their careers.

Realizing and supporting generational leaders

Successful businesses are led by exceptional leaders.

They derive deep insights into the unique characteristics, values and potential of diverse people. They succeed because they inspire and motivate their teams to excel.

Our role is to identify individuals who are, or can become, these leaders to help you bring your business to the next level of success.

Fast Facts

Independent
Asian headquartered homegrown independent private partnership
6 locations
Teams in Hong Kong, London, Melbourne, Mumbai, Shanghai and Singapore, assignments completed in 16 jurisdictions
90% completion rate
and 95% of placements still at client after 3 years
90% loyal clients
engaging Wellesley for multiple assignments
70%+ referrals
of new relationships coming from clients / candidates
36% female
candidates among all placements

What Makes Us Effective

Long term partnerships

We look to build relationships that last. We know the majority of our clients since inception. 90% of our clients engage us for multiple assignments.

Shared values

Our core ethos is to enrich the lives of those around us – our clients, our candidates and our colleagues. We strive to do all things with the highest integrity.

Consistency

We are one integrated global team. Our senior team has worked together for over a decade.

Collaboration

Our effective and knowledgeable consultants are committed to building long term relationships with our clients. Through intense engagement, we sustain deep partnerships that deliver lasting positive outcomes.

Matrix structure

Our practice groups are organized to deliver deep multi-dimensional institutional insights into regional recruiting.

Tuned in

Wellesley people build insights into the psyche of our clients, candidates and companies. That translates into an empathetic understanding of who will work best together – and who won’t.

Decision influencers

The right recruitment decisions are critical. We offer objective strategic advice that supports better decision-making.

Outcome projection

The understanding we bring allows us to offer realistic forecasting of potential matches.

Aligned interests

Our fee arrangements are designed to align our interest with our clients' and incentivize the most successful outcomes for all parties involved.

Committed to Our Communities and Diversity

We strived to give back in all ways that we can, from our time and effort to our resources and influence.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Actions speak louder than words. We have worked to fund, guide and support local efforts to create real impact for those less fortunate. Creating a better tomorrow, today!

DIVERSITY

True potential knows no boundaries. Wellesley is dedicated to breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for individuals from all backgrounds.

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In an era where global challenges require diverse perspectives and collaborative solutions, Wellesley understands the importance of diversity in all levels of an organization. We actively seek out and identify candidates from diverse backgrounds and underrepresented groups, challenging traditional assumptions of what outstanding talent looks like. Wellesley helps its clients build inclusive teams that reflect the diverse communities they serve, contributing to better decision-making and organizational performance.