Become a Candidate

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Our consultants will match your skills and experience to the open searches we are conducting.

Our candidates are some of our biggest fans. Here’s why.

Respect and Trust

We work diligently to establish an atmosphere that allows for open and honest communication. We invest the time in not only understanding your professional experiences and goals but also what motivates you personally.

Confidentiality

We appreciate that when you become a candidate, you put yourself at a certain amount of risk with your current employer. For that reason, you are entitled to the highest level of confidentiality. Ensuring your confidentiality is of the utmost importance to us, and each step of the process is designed to protect it.

Inclusiveness

Innovation and creativity only flourish when an organization embraces individuals with different views and experiences. We strive to recruit candidates who bring a range of experience and backgrounds. We deeply value diversity and partner with leaders who view it as critical to their success.

Transparency

When considering a new position, you need to know as much as possible about the opportunity and the organization. Because we work exclusively in the philanthropic sector, we speak your language and can help you understand both the opportunities and challenges of a new position.

Timely Communication

The completion of an executive search engagement often has many steps between initial contact and the ultimate placement. We communicate with you in a timely manner at each and every step of the process so that you always know where you stand.

Lauren McGill, placed as the Vice President of Foundation Relations

Development Guild was so thoughtful in their outreach. They made me feel comfortable immediately. I really appreciated how willing they were to talk to me about my career and about why this role might be right for me. I was especially impressed by their ability to balance both the client’s and the candidate’s expectations and needs. I’m sure that isn’t easy to do, but the process truly felt seamless.

— Lauren McGill, placed as the Vice President of Foundation Relations

I am so grateful that Development Guild reached out to me about this role, especially since I wasn’t actively in the job market. Even though The Trustees was Development Guild’s client, I always felt valued. Their consultants were transparent, supportive, and communicative throughout the entire process. It was an excellent experience.  

— Darci Schofield, Portfolio Director, The Islands, The Trustees

I can’t say enough positive things about working with Development Guild. I have maintained a relationship with their consultants over the years, and I have always welcomed their calls. I appreciate how thoughtful, supportive, and transparent their approach is. It truly helped me present the best version of myself as a candidate.

— Bea Sanders, placed as the Chief Advancement Officer