As a boutique executive search firm, Cressida Partners was launched in response to market demand for a customized approach to recruiting for private equity funds. The key operating principles are as follows:
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Long-Term Client Relationships: The Firm looks to build deep, personal relationships with its clients which last beyond the completion of immediate recruiting needs, with the aim of maintaining ongoing strategic discussions regarding future growth, succession planning and macro trends in resourcing.
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Responsible Recruiting: The longevity and outperformance of successful candidates are hallmarks of the recruiter's track record. Moreover, in the environment of an investment partnership where fit is everything, sensitivity to interpersonal chemistry is critical.
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Flexibility: The Firm endeavors to offer flexibility in both operating procedure and pricing models, as to align the best interests of the client and the Firm, and thus establish meaningful long-term relationships.
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Integrity: The Firm continually strives to be regarded as a trusted advisor. As such, it upholds the highest integrity in all matters. A leading market reputation is the recruiter's Holy Grail.
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Minimal Off-Limits: The Firm's portfolio of clients is concentrated and structured to avoid conflicts. Client funds range in size from $150 million to $4+ billion.
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