We attract, develop, and retain best-in-class talent for commodities industry

We assist you with career management in close collaboration with international trade and physical commodities

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Recruitment solutions

We are a leading Swiss firm specialized in recruitment and career development for core positions Commodity Trading, Shipping, Trade Finance and International Trade Industries, from operational to executive positions. We help our clients to recruit the best talents either in Switzerland, Africa or or the Middle East

A la Carte

SOLUTION FOR IN-HOUSE RECRUITERS

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“I just need a talent pool in line with my search. I want to manage the rest of the recruitment process by myself.”

  • YOU GIVE PRIORITY TO RAPIDITY!

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SOLUTION TO EXTERNALIZE YOUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

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“I have a standard need of recruitment. I open the search to many recruitment firms.”

  • YOU GIVE PRIORITY TO QUALITY!

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SOLUTION FOR STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENTS

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"I have a precise, confidential request and I need a trusted advisor to manage the whole process of recruitment.”

  • YOU GIVE PRIORITY TO EXCELLENCE!

Executive

SOLUTION FOR LEADERSHIP & EXECUTIVE TRANSITIONS

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“I need an experienced advisor working with board members and CEOs providing a range of bespoke consultancy services.””

  • YOU GIVE PRIORITY TO STRATEGY!

Let's shape your future success

Contact us and see how we can support you in achieving you strategic goals.

15 years of expertise in building
commodities trading teams

Ampersand World is an innovative and disruptive career management firm based in Geneva, dedicated to international trade people, mainly. We help our clients to recruit the best talents by focusing on trust, confidentiality, business acumen & diligence.

Physical commodity trading recruitment

We recruit for physical commodity trading industry (Energy, Agribusiness, Metals, Trade Finance) all executive staff (CEO, CFO, Board Members…), Traders (Seniors, Juniors), Business Developers, Marketers, Operators, Analysts, Risk Managers as well as support staff such as Executive Assistants, Accountants, HR and many more in Switzerland, Africa or Middle East

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Consultancy & executive search

We create bridges between professional opportunities and market talents. We share our clients concerns and workout their specific needs in collaboration with their HR teams

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Business support & consulting services

Consulting Services are tailormade solutions, offering the expertise of Ampersand World SA in the assesment and support of candidates who may come from your direct network. For greater flexibility, these services can be selected and charged individually, or bundled and invoiced on a daily basis.

  • Video interview
  • Support in job descriptions redaction
  • Interview validation of candidates from other sources
  • Candidates assistance in interviews
  • Reference checking
  • Personality tests & assessment
  • Outplacement
  • Integration candidate coaching
  • On-site day-to-day intervention
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Talent search in Africa

Looking to grow your operations in Africa with the most suitable candidates? AW Africa Executive is focused for core operational to executive positions based in Africa. Invested in the latest search services for recruiting and tracking qualified candidates, we offer unrivalled market insights, practical advice and guidance. We support companies in their strategic recruitment and organizational processes.

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Ampersand World is part of the Swiss Triple Impact

The Swiss Triple Impact (STI) is an engagement program designed to accelerate the transition to a resilient and sustainable Swiss economy. It was initiated by the non-profit organization B Lab Switzerland, co-initiated with GCNSL and ecosystem partners. We are pleased to join the innovative Swiss Triple Impact movement, composed of companies who align their activities with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and who recognize the value of an inclusive, regenerative and circular economy.

Ambition 2030

With this, we commit to having a significant positive impact on society and the environment through our activities, and underline our commitment to balance our business prosperity with our contribution to socio-environmental well-being.

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Why we are a trusted for our customers?

We act as a true strategic business partner, not just a recruitment provider
We support and protect your long-term recruitment strategy
Our missions and mandates are conducted in the strictest confidence
We provide a range of bespoke consultancy and headhunting services
We help you reduce operational costs and accelerate hiring decisions
We gain a deep understanding of your organization, culture and objectives
We leverage a powerful international network across the global commodities ecosystem

We create relationships which transform business

We organise a range of events linked directly to the world of finance, commodity trading, shipping, and international trade industries, such as the Golf Cup, commodity trading conferences, worldwide forums, business breakfasts, AW Mornings, Afterwork Parties, Cocktails, and tailor-made events. These social and professional networking events help us build a strong community in our industry. We are also partners of other high-level meetings attended by the world’s business leaders and innovators.

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