We are innovative, pushing boundaries and seeking solutions to meet the evolving needs of our clients. We think freely, challenge norms, and make decisions that align with the mission and vision. We approach every project with fresh eyes and new research. We are specialists and we are independent. All of our searches are personally undertaken by a Partner with vast experience.
Our partners are among the most experienced Board and executive search professionals, known for relentless client focus and commitment to delivery. They identify, attract, assess, onboard and develop exceptional talent across Board and senior leadership roles.
We facilitate organisational success in a fast-changing world.
Established in 2010, ISP (formerly known as Independent Search Partnership) is one of the UK’s leading executive search and leadership advisory boutiques, with a reputation for providing exceptional service to its clients, working tirelessly to deliver successful outcomes, every time.
Our commitment to excellence underpins everything we do. It ensures we identify, attract, evaluate, and develop top-tier people with the skills, vision, and leadership required to drive organisational growth and innovation.
We have decades of experience and a demonstrable track record of working closely with businesses to achieve growth and success. Our clients receive personalised focus and hands-on commitment from an experienced Partner, supported by our fellow professionals. Genuine expertise and deep relationships underpin every project we undertake for our clients. We are independent, discreet and confidential, small enough to operate without the constraints inherent in greater scale.
Our values
The following values shape our culture, guide our decision-making and define our interactions. Together, they form the foundation of our success and fuel our pursuit of excellence.
Innovative & independent
Honest & with integrity
Honesty and integrity are at the heart of everything we do. We uphold the highest ethical standards, valuing transparency in our relationships with clients, contacts and colleagues. We are honest and straightforward. Genuine and deep relationships are paramount for us.
Collaborative & thorough
We enjoy working together; we are friends. We work collaboratively as we believe that diverse perspectives and collective intelligence lead to the best outcomes, accessing the widest pool of high-quality candidates. We are thorough and rigorous in the evaluation of candidates, including extensive informal and formal referencing.
Flexible & agile
Flexibility is our strength. We are a lean, small firm, able to operate without the constraints of off-limits or excessive assignment volumes. Our pricing is flexible, transparent and fair.