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The best leaders aren’t looking, but we know where to find them

The intelligent use of new technologies isn’t just central to your operations today, it’s essential to your future success. That’s why you need world-class tech leadership: to empower your organization with the tech strategy it needs to thrive in a new era. And that’s where we come in. We connect visionary tech leaders to companies where they can make a difference, in a role they’ll love. 

Let us find the executive talent you need

Your future tech leader is probably not looking for a new role right now. That’s why we’ve built extensive super-networks and have forged rock-solid relationships across the tech industry in Canada.

What’s more, our connections are both local and global – so we’ll work to find and engage the right person to deliver for you locally, but we can lean into our global networks if the role demands more niche requirements or experience.

Whether you are looking for a leader with start-up experience to help you scale or someone who’s led at a large enterprise, we know where to find them.

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 A tech leader won’t be found simply by posting an advert and hoping for the best. You need someone who lives and breathes innovation and digital transformation, but also has the presence and communication skills to get buy-in from business stakeholders.

Someone with strategic vision, they will harness the use of technology to further business goals but also have the drive to see complex strategic initiatives through to completion. And of course, you need them to fit in with your culture. The days of information technology being a separate department within an organization are over – they are now a crucial enabler for every part of a business.
Christine Wright, Senior Vice President
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Your IT & tech leadership questions, answered

Is it hard to find great tech leaders right now?

In a word: yes! The massive surge in digital transformation projects and the increased recognition that the tech function needs a seat at the table of every organization, means there is a lot of demand for great tech leaders. That’s why our super networks are so crucial – we can use our relationships, connections and communities to find someone who is perfect for your role. Finding the right leader will take time and might require looking beyond borders.

How can I assess tech leaders so I’m confident I make the right hiring decisions?

It’s all about multilevel assessments. Professionals should meet other members of the senior management team, undergo leadership, behavioural and technical assessments as necessary, and should also be assessed for cultural fit. Essentially, the key is to involve a variety of stakeholders and have a really objective assessment process. On the other hand, this process shouldn’t take too long.

What salary should I expect to pay for a CTO or CIO today in Canada?

Salaries can vary dramatically depending on company size, industry or location. Typically, a CIO would be looking at a salary of between $200,000-$400,000 while an IT Director between $200,000-$290,000.

Head of IT Security will earn between $175,000-$185,000.

Aside from a good salary, what should I do to attract the best tech leaders to my organization?

Get the salary at the right level and then make sure the overall package is competitive. A good suite of benefits is a nice to have and so is an exciting, inclusive workplace culture. However, to really ‘clinch the deal’ with great tech talent, you need to stress the strategic objectives of the role and highlight that these objectives have buy-in throughout the organisation.
 
Take the time to let candidates know that your organisation has a ‘digital first’ ethos, and that this role is a real opportunity to drive the whole business forward.