Associate, Executive Search
Royer Thompson
Join Us as Our Next Associate, Executive Search
Are you intellectually curious, detail-obsessed, and energized by the idea of shaping leadership teams at the highest levels? Join us as an Associate and become a key player in the world of executive search. At Royer Thompson, we don’t just fill roles - we are partners in building impactful leadership teams. Our clients count on us to find transformative leaders, and we count on our Associates to be part of making that happen.
We’re a people-first professional services firm that helps organizations grow by connecting them with exceptional leaders and advising on talent strategies that drive culture and performance. Today we’re looking for someone to help us continue to deliver exceptional client and candidate outcomes.
As an Associate, you’ll be the engine behind our search process. You’ll conduct research, getting to know industries, organizations, and talent pools to uncover insights and opportunities. You will source, screen, and assess diverse executive-level candidates who can lead with impact. You will manage multiple project timelines, prepare client-ready materials, ensure every detail is buttoned up, and finally, you will collaborate closely with search leads, consultants, and clients to shape search strategies and deliver results.
You bring a bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years of experience in executive search, recruitment, consulting, sales, or a related field; exceptional research, writing, and communication skills; a sharp eye for detail and a love of structured thinking; comfort with ambiguity and a proactive, accountable, can-do mindset. You are familiar with CRM, AI tools and Microsoft Office.
Why You’ll Love It Here
- Work with smart, passionate professionals who care deeply about people and performance
- Be a part of a growing firm where your ideas matter and your work makes a difference
- Enjoy flexibility in where and how you work
- Build your skills across recruitment, business development, and client engagement
- Connect with senior executives and thought leaders across industries
Perks:
- Hybrid work environment with a downtown Halifax office featuring large windows, standing desks, and a fresh atmosphere
- Parking provided
- Group benefits from day one
- Health Spending Account
- Professional development opportunities
- Networking opportunities
- Empowered to bring new ideas that fuel the firm
- Flexibility to work in a style that complements both Royer Thompson and your busy life
- And, of course, snacks and coffee on demand
To learn more about us visit our websites Royer Thompson: www.royerthompson.com and Facet www.facetconnect.com.
Please submit your resume online by clicking “Apply.” For more information, contact Erica Armstrong, earmstrong@royerthompson.com and Amy Reid, areid@royerthompson.com. If you need accommodation during the selection process, please let us know.
We believe in employment equity, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. We encourage applications from the following under-represented groups to self-identify in their resume or cover letter: Indigenous persons, racially visible persons, persons with a disability, women, and persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity.
Royer Thompson is a Canadian executive advisory firm focused on capturing the full potential of people in pursuit of leadership and organizational excellence. Our core services include executive search, executive development, HR advisory and inclusion & belonging. Through Facet, we support mid-management recruitment and coaching for people to build their leadership abilities and profile within organizations.