Were Hiring: Associate Director / VP, Direct Hire & Contract Staffing

Hybrid Toronto HQ| Full-Time | Competitive Base + Bonus

Are you a proven recruitment leader ready to scale high-performing teams? Were hiring an Associate Director / VP to join us as the #2 to our Division Headowning day-to-day operations across our Direct Hire & Contract Staffing businesses within Banking, Finance, and Technology.

Who We Are

Robertson & Company is a leading provider of strategic talent advisory services to top financial institutions, major corporations, and public sector organizations. With over 25 years of experience, Robertson leverages deep industry expertise and an extensive talent network to deliver exceptional recruitment solutions. Acting as an extension of its clients talent acquisition teams, the firm offers high-touch, personalized service to ensure seamless integration of top-tier candidates. With a database of over 190,000 qualified professionals and 1,250 curated talent pipelines, Robertson consistently identifies and attracts the right talent. Committed to diversity and inclusion, Robertson is a proud member of the CGLCC and a certified diversity supplier.

Who You Are

• 10+ years in recruitment, ideally in Banking, Financial Services, or Insurance, with 5+ in leadership
• Proven success managing teams of 10+ across verticals through inspirational mentoring, coaching, & leadership
• Experienced in growing or turning around underperforming teams
• Operationally strong, commercially sharp, and a true team builder
• Process oriented, adept at maintaining & exceeding metrics
• Background in mid-to-large recruitment agencies ($5M$20M+ revenue under management)
• Recruitment agency experience is a must
• Superior communications skills and business acumen

What Youll Do

• Lead execution across sales, KPIs, and revenue goals
• Coach, mentor, and manage recruiters and team leads across multiple verticals
• Oversee both permanent and contract recruitment delivery
• Build scalable frameworks for training, sales, and performance
• Partner with the CEO on strategy, succession planning, & expansion
• Support key client accounts and strategic hires
• You will lead a team of 1520, drive divisional performance, and help shape the future of the business.

30-60-90 Day Snapshot

• 30 Days: Team audit, client introductions, KPI deep dive
  
• 60 Days: Launch dashboards, run KPI planning, unblock opportunities
• 90 Days: Deliver strategic revenue plan, launch new training, finalize succession roadmap

*This position will be from an Associate Director up to VP level, dependent on the experience you bring.

• How to Apply:If you are a motivated professional looking to contribute to a leading team, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience relevant to this role. Robertson values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We invite all qualified individuals to apply, however only those with relevant experience and skillsets will be contacted.

• Robertson is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are a certified diverse supplier and actively seek to foster a representative and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal status, or any other legally protected factors. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive environment.