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We Recruit Candidates in All Areas of HR

VP, Operations

Office Manager

Talent Acquisition / Recruiter

HR Generalist

Payroll Administrator

Facilities Manager

Logistics

Supply Chain Management

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Meet Our HR Recruiters

(416) 599-4700 ext. 236
Kelly Noelle
Partner - Operations & Industrial Sales
(416) 599-4700 ext. 223
Bruce Powell
Senior Partner
(416) 599-4700 ext. 222
Randy Quarin
Senior Partner
(416) 599-4700 ext. 234
Mark Rouse
Partner - Marketing, Communications & PR
(416) 599-4700 ext 274
John Trenholme
Director, Client Services
(416) 599-4700 x261
Sarah Sekenda
Director, Client Services
(416) 599-4700 ext. 264
Priscilla Poirier
VP, Client Services
(416) 599-4700 ext. 255
Riel LaPointe
VP, Client Services
(416) 599-4700 ext. 244
Tanya Schwartz
VP, Client Services
(416) 599-4700 x268
Melissa Hansen
VP, Client Services
(416) 599-4700 ext. 242
Neeral Morzaria
Director, Client Services

The IQ PARTNERS Advantage

4 Reasons to Hire IQ PARTNERS

1
Unparalleled Access

IQ PARTNERS are known as trusted advisers so we are able to access and move candidates that are simply not available through other firms or methods.

2
On-Demand Service

Our clients have access to on-demand HR Services and Talent Management solutions through AugmentHR, a division of IQ PARTNERS.

3
One-Stop-Shopping

Our clients also have access to our recruitment teams across a range of industries and enjoy the benefits of ‘one-stop-shopping’ while working with a recruitment partner they know and trust.

4
Flexible Approach

Our HR recruiters have experience fulfilling diverse hiring needs, from projects and periods of leave to permanent positions.

How We Help HR Companies Hire Better

We deliver not just the best people on the market but the best people in the market.

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A valuable HR person is a behind-the-scenes star player who helps keep a business running smoothly. Our focus is on identifying those star players in the marketplace who are not only great at what they do, but also a great fit for the company. As a direct contact headhunter, we take a proactive approach to finding standout HR professionals. We do this by tapping into a vast network of contacts across multiple industries and building on relationships that span decades (97.1% of our candidates rate our professionalism as ‘Above Average’). As a result, we present you with top performers, including the people who didn’t know they were looking for a job. Not just the best unemployed person on the market.

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Testimonials
Read What Our Clients Are Saying

IQ Partners are amazing to work with. Very professional and they go the extra mile to ensure they bring you top quality candidates for the role you are looking for. They have a passion for what they do and it shows. Will use them again!

Angela Fair, Senior Vice President, Redflex Group

IQ PARTNERS presents itself well, providing the client with good feedback, honesty and a good understanding of what to expect in their search. Professional team and comfortable surroundings.

, Manager - Human Resources

How We Do It

We bring years of experience and a disciplined approach to our process. Our clients will vouch for its success.

1

We complete formal briefing documents to deliver a professional presentation of your company and the opportunity to prospective candidates.

2

We conduct market research to source premier talent in the industry.

3

We interview and qualify candidates using a Topgrading interview style and present detailed candidate assessments for each shortlisted candidate.

4

We complete and present formal references on selected candidates.

5

We debrief all non-selected candidates.

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We follow up on all placements at 30, 60 and 90 days to ensure a smooth and successful transition for both the client and the candidate.

FAQ

Why should employers work with HR headhunters?

Working with specialized HR headhunters helps employers find candidates who can support employee experience, compliance, onboarding, talent acquisition, payroll, workplace culture, and people operations.

Do you provide HR recruitment and HR consulting?

IQ PARTNERS supports HR recruitment, while related HR consulting or outsourced HR support can be directed to the appropriate HR services team. This helps employers find the right solution based on whether they need to hire an HR professional or outsource HR support.

How can HR headhunters help employers hire better people leaders?

HR headhunters help employers find HR professionals who can support recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, payroll, culture, performance management, and workforce planning. IQ PARTNERS helps employers identify HR candidates who can balance employee needs with business goals.

What is the difference between HR recruitment and outsourced HR support?

HR recruitment focuses on hiring HR professionals into your organization. Outsourced HR support helps companies manage HR functions without hiring a full-time internal team. IQ PARTNERS supports HR recruitment, while related HR services can support employers that need flexible HR consulting, onboarding, compliance, or people operations support.

What should employers look for in a strong HR candidate?

Employers should look for HR candidates with strong communication skills, business judgement, discretion, compliance knowledge, employee relations experience, process discipline, and the ability to build trust with both leadership and employees. For senior HR roles, candidates should also understand workforce planning, change management, and people strategy.

We work with clients worldwide
IQ PARTNERS works with clients across North America. And we’ve placed candidates as far away as Singapore, Hong Kong, and Oulu, Finland!
We’re also part of the Humanis Advisory Group of Companies. With 10 offices across the country and over 135 experienced recruiters, talent advisory professionals, leadership development coaches, and HR professionals, we offer the scale of a national firm without losing the intimacy of local connections.
Our Total Talent Solutions team can help you hire better, hire less, and retain more.
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Our headhunters share the latest hiring tips & tricks from one of the top recruitment agencies in Toronto.
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August 11th, 2026
What Recruiters See When They Look at Your LinkedIn Profile
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August 6th, 2026
Fall Hiring Starts Now: How to Prepare for a Strong September Recruitment Push
The summer months are notoriously quiet in the business world, but this downtime is an illusion. While your competitors are coasting through July and August, top-tier talent is already planning their next career move. Recruitment...
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August 4th, 2026
Should You Accept a Counteroffer? Maybe. Top Things to Consider.
Receiving a counteroffer can feel validating. After all, your employer is acknowledging your value and making an effort to keep you. But before you let a higher salary or new promises change your mind, it...
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July 30th, 2026
How to Choose the Right Recruitment Partner for Your Company
Hiring is one of the most expensive and time-consuming activities your business will undertake. A bad hire doesn’t just cost you a salary. It could also damage team morale, derail projects, and drain executive time....
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July 28th, 2026
How Long Should You Work Without a Raise or Promotion?
Has it been a while since you last received a raise or promotion? If it’s been a while since you were last promoted or received a raise, there’s a good chance you’re not happy about...
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