Vice President; Recruitment & Client Solutions

DGA Careers; Canada; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal recruitment commissions

Leadership performance bonuses

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Canada is seeking a Vice President, Recruitment & Client Solutions to lead a national team. This role involves driving revenue growth, mentoring recruiters, and fostering a culture of accountability. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in recruitment, preferably within the insurance sector, and a strong network. This position offers a competitive compensation structure, including personal commissions and performance bonuses, promoting professional growth and high performance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in recruitment, executive search, or the insurance industry.
• Proven success in business development and client relationship management.
• Experience leading, mentoring, and motivating recruiting teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and mentor a national team of recruiters across multiple offices.
• Expand relationships with insurance companies, brokerages, MGAs and adjusting firms.
• Support recruiters in delivering exceptional service to both clients and candidates.
• Expand relationships with insurance companies, brokerages, MGAs and adjusting firms across Canada and select U.S. markets.
• Identify hiring trends in the insurance industry and position DGA as a premier recruitment partner.

Skills

Team Leadership

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Mentorship

Recruitment Strategy

Entrepreneurial mindset

Recruitment strategy

Job description

DGA Careers is Canada’s leading insurance recruitment firm, serving the industry since 1985. With offices in Montreal, Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver, DGA partners with insurance companies, brokerages, MGAs and adjusting firms across Canada and select clients in the United States. DGA is uniquely positioned within the industry as the only recruiting firm that is an active member of key insurance associations including:

• Toronto Insurance Council
• Canadian Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (CAMIC)
• Professional Liability Insurance Society (PLUS)

We are also a member of the National Insurance Recruiters Association, enabling collaboration with over 50 recruitment partners across the US and UK. As we continue to expand nationally, we are seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial leader to guide and elevate our national recruitment team.

About the Role

The Vice President, Recruitment & Client Solutions will lead DGA’s national recruitment team, driving both revenue growth and operational excellence. This individual will play a critical role in motivating, mentoring, and developing recruiters across the organization, ensuring each team member is positioned to perform at their highest level. The successful candidate will foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth while helping the team maximize their recruiting success. This role combines strategic leadership, business development, and hands‑on recruitment expertise, with a strong focus on building a high‑performing national team.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Performance Management
• Lead, motivate, and mentor a national team of recruiters across multiple offices
• Establish clear performance goals, expectations, and accountability measures
• Coach recruiters to maximize productivity, client development, and placement success
• Provide ongoing mentorship to help team members grow their skills and careers
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture focused on professional excellence
• Identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes and team effectiveness
• Support recruiters in managing complex searches and client relationships
• Business Development & Client Leadership
• Expand relationships with insurance companies, brokerages, MGAs and adjusting firms
• Develop new strategic client relationships across Canada and select U.S. markets
• Identify emerging hiring trends within the insurance industry
• Partner with senior industry leaders to position DGA as the premier recruitment partner
• Recruitment Strategy & Execution
• Support recruiters in delivering exceptional service to both clients and candidates
• Ensure best practices in sourcing, candidate evaluation, and search execution
• Maintain high standards of professionalism and client satisfaction
• Talent Development & Growth
• Create an environment that encourages continuous improvement and success
• Help build the next generation of recruitment leaders within DGA

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in recruitment, executive search, or the insurance industry
• Proven success in business development and client relationship management
• Experience leading, mentoring, and motivating recruiting teams
• A strong network within the Canadian insurance industry
• A passion for developing people and building high‑performing teams
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong leadership presence
• Experience recruiting within the insurance industry is strongly preferred.

Pay range and compensation package

DGA offers a highly competitive compensation structure including:

• Personal recruitment commissions
• Leadership performance bonuses

Equal Opportunity Statement

DGA is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.