The secret of our success:

Karachi is not Dubai is not Bogota is not Caracas is not Düsseldorf

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A well structured organizationis the standard prerequisite for a distinct company profile: this applies in equal measures to companies in Africa, America, Asia, Australia and Europe.

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Consistency is the backbone upon which strong companies can reactand adapt to market changes and client needs. In our terms a consistent organization structure is one which is in perfect alignment with individual market parameters; a “must have” for ourselves and our clients.

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It’s all about structure

Our track record of success speaks for itself, Signium has been in business for more than 60 years and is proud of a strong history as well as long term internal (partners and employees) and external (clients and candidates) relationships.

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Fairness and a spirit of give and take are major contributors to this success model but also our firm belief: even though some basics of quality and process are the same around the world, there is a significant difference between Executive Recruiting in Düsseldorf and Karachi. Recognizing and respecting this disparity is what has made us leading edge in our field.

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Our company is registered in USA where it was founded as “Ward Howell International” in 1951. Today we boast 27 country organizations around the world, which determine the shape and development of our global organization. Our structure allows ultimate local flexibility coupled with a genuine global partnership – creating immeasurable added value for clients and candidates alike, in Germany and elsewhere.

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Signium International is steered by an international board of directors consisting of 7 partners from various regions around the world, led by a chairman elected for a limited term.

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The board of directors is responsible for strategy, guidelines and worldwide adherence to quality standards. This diverse group of representatives facilitates a global perspective with a high level of sensitivity for evolving local needs and developments as well ascultural nuances which define future trends.

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Annual international meetings (European and global) further support and promote this active exchange of knowledge and ideas. In our German practice all our partners are equals, whereby each individual carries responsibility for specific managerial issues. This structure facilitates a lean and flat organization enabling quick decisions, uncomplicated definition of common goals and a genuine spirit of cooperation.

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We value and desire growth - but not at all costs

Sustaining excellent results requires quiet determination and continuity. Growth on the other hand often times change and pressure. To combat this paradox we have chosen a model which allows us to aspire to both: sustainable quality and controlled growth.

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The interests of our clients and candidates are our priority number one. Our business structure guarantees that our partners can deliver aservice of the highest quality and effectiveness, free frombureaucracy, regardless of location. Whether in Karachi or Caracasthe seniority of our partners is above market average in the Executive Search Industry – and has been for decades.

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We want to achieve growth with the right partners at the right time.This requires patience, consistency and careful selection to ensure that our “new” partners carry on our tradition of quality consulting. Our main principle will always be “Made by Signium is Made in Quality”. Whether in Karachi, Caracas, Dubai or Düsseldorf our client focus is our primary focus – not our own issues and certainly not our stock price.