"I [wisdom] love those who love me, and those who seek me find me."
As an inanimate noun, wisdom "loves" nobody. But the idea is surely clear, which is that wisdom is an extraordinary benefit to those who possess it and use it. Possession of wisdom is acquired only by a humble and diligent pursuit of it, and use of it demands a thoughtful consideration of the circumstances and acting upon what one has learned.
The second half of this verse is reassuring to those who desire such a benefit. If you really want wisdom and put in the effort necessary for a successful pursuit, you will acquire it. That is what it means to love wisdom.
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