The MU Trusted Affiliate Program is a strategic partnership that enhances MU and our Trusted Affiliates capabilities on behalf of the clients we serve. The MU TAP provides training and access to our MU Leader Selection Science® method and suite of services, enhanced Practice expertise and global reach for all members.
Our MU Trusted Affiliate Program includes MU Certified Associates and trusted companies such as Cranfield, Bell Oaks, and Soft Skills, who are selected for their ability to deliver exceptional value. We are dedicated to continuously expanding this network where it aligns with our joint strategic objectives, ensuring mutual success for our clients and partners alike.
Our MU Trusted Affiliate Program is divided into three distinct segments:
Companies Certified in MU Leader Selection Science™:
These are firms trained and certified in our unique, science-based MU Leader Selection Science™ methodology, providing leadership recruitment and development with an industry-leading success rate.
Companies Providing a Complimentary Service to MU:
These firms offer services that complement MU's offerings but are not certified in MU Leader Selection Science™. They bring added value through other specialised expertise and services.
MU Certified Associate Network:
This segment consists of selected associates who have successfully met MU’s rigorous certification criteria and continue to uphold our standards in executive search and leadership development.
Our Trusted Affiliate Program is distinguished by its specialisation in retained Executive Search and Leadership Development. With a strong presence and deep understanding of the markets they operate within, these firms bring industry knowledge across all major industry practices. They have a proven track record of success, known for their excellent client service and ability to deliver results.
Joining the ‘MU Trusted Affiliate Program’ offers a unique opportunity for mutual growth and success. As part of our network, you’ll gain increased visibility through access to our extensive and global client network and industry expertise, opening doors to new business opportunities and collaborative initiatives. In addition, a selection of companies in our network will benefit from exclusive access to our MU Leader Selection Science™, a unique and science-based method that provides leadership recruitment and development in a consistent and structured manner with an industry-leading success rate. At the onset of the corporation, these companies will have the opportunity to train their staff in the MU LSS™ way. This training not only sharpens your expertise but also aligns them with our core values and high activity levels, fostering deeper engagement and mutual success.
MU has a preferred partnership with Bell Oaks Executive Search, a renowned Executive Search firm based in Atlanta.
Bell Oaks, in collaboration with MU, provides international search services beyond the U.S. while maintaining the personalised service that clients value. This preferred partnership enhances Bell Oaks' ability to cover a broader range of industry sectors, both domestically and internationally, and strengthens MU's overall coverage of industry sectors in the US and internationally. With over 50 years of combined industry experience, Bell Oaks and MU delivers the highest standards of quality and trust to all stakeholders.
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Mercuri Urval (MU) and Cranfield University are partners in building development programmes with a global reach, helping clients achieve their organisational goals by combining MU’s leadership assessment tools and diagnostic capability with Cranfield’s experience in designing and delivering executive education.
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Join us in driving mutual success through the MU Trusted Affiliate Program. If you’re ready to explore a partnership that offers significant business growth, expanded networks, and strong expertise, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information or to start the conversation, please reach out to our MU Trusted Affiliate Program Lead – Niklas Sutela.