Our mission is to connect people who perform in Canadian real estate and create a lasting impact on the industry. We’ve got high standards and are focused on partnering with businesses that share our values. We live and breathe Canadian real estate, so you can trust our advice. We’re committed to developing lasting relationships, and we want to feel proud every time we assist our clients and candidates.
Our proven market-mapping and head-hunting techniques ensure that only highly qualified candidates who meet your specific hiring needs are shortlisted. With over 50 years of collective real estate recruitment experience, we actively track emerging talent and maintain access to passive candidates, offering you unparalleled connections and insights into the industry’s top professionals.
Recognizing that one size does not fit all, we tailor our recruitment strategies to your unique hiring needs. From start to finish, we design, execute, and refine our processes to minimize risk and deliver results. Using leading behavioural techniques in interviews, we ensure you have the best possible information to make informed hiring decisions.
At HighView Partners, we provide tailored recruitment services to meet your organization’s unique hiring needs, whether you’re building your team with permanent hires or seeking transformative executive leadership. Our two services — Contingent Permanent Placement and Retained Search — are supported by a proven five-phase process that ensures every placement aligns with your organizational values, goals, and long-term vision.
Our contingent permanent placement services are designed to address non-management and management-level hiring needs through a focused and flexible approach. Exclusivity is strongly encouraged as it allows us to fully dedicate our resources and expertise to understanding your organization and tailoring the search to your specific goals. Acting as an extension of your team, we use a collaborative process supported by national expertise and insights from a robust database. This ensures an effective hiring experience that aligns with your company’s values and long-term objectives.
With fees applied only upon successful placement, we are committed to building long-term partnerships rather than one-off transactions. We take the time to understand your business, your hiring team, and your growth plans so we can align each placement with your current and future needs. Our goal is to deliver exceptional results that earn your trust and make us your go-to recruiting partner as your organization evolves.
For senior leadership and specialized roles, our retained search service provides a strategic, partner-led approach to recruitment. This model emphasizes a high-touch experience, where a dedicated partner manages the entire process, from understanding your organizational culture and leadership needs to attracting and evaluating top-tier candidates. Retained searches incorporate in-depth planning and advanced research methodologies to identify candidates who align with your strategic goals.
This approach goes beyond filling positions, focusing on shaping leadership teams with transformative hires. Predictable fee structures, with upfront commitments and milestone payments, provide clarity and accountability for both parties. Retained search is best suited for organizations seeking transformative leaders or niche expertise and requiring a tailored and discreet recruitment process for critical positions.
We begin by getting to know your organization. Through thoughtful conversations, we uncover your team dynamics, culture, and goals. This helps us craft a detailed role profile and recruitment strategy, complete with clear timelines and market-aligned expectations.
Leveraging our extensive networks and proactive outreach, we identify and attract exceptional talent. By combining customized job postings with strategic digital outreach, we build a strong, diverse pipeline of candidates suited to your unique needs.
Every candidate undergoes a thorough assessment process, including video and in-person interviews, behavioural and situational evaluations, and background checks. This ensures we present only the most qualified individuals who align with your values and objectives.
We provide you with a shortlist of top candidates, complete with comprehensive profiles and insights. We facilitate interviews, share tailored feedback, and guide you through offer negotiations to ensure a smooth selection process.
To set the stage for long-term success, we support the onboarding process with a clear plan and regular check-ins throughout the first several months. This ensures alignment, strengthens engagement, and supports a smooth transition for both you and your new hire.
We begin by getting to know your organization inside and out. Through thoughtful conversations, we uncover your team dynamics, culture, and goals. This helps us craft a detailed role profile and recruitment strategy, complete with clear timelines and market-aligned expectations.
Leveraging our extensive networks and proactive outreach, we identify and attract exceptional talent. By combining customized job postings with strategic digital outreach, we build a strong, diverse pipeline of candidates suited to your unique needs.
Every candidate undergoes a thorough assessment process, including video and in-person interviews, behavioral and situational evaluations, and reference checks. This ensures we present only the most qualified individuals who align with your values and objectives.
We provide you with a shortlist of top candidates, complete with comprehensive profiles and insights. We facilitate interviews, offer tailored feedback, and guide you through negotiations to ensure a smooth selection process.
To set the stage for long-term success, we support onboarding with clear plans and regular follow-ups during the first few months. This helps ensure alignment and satisfaction for both you and your new hire.
We begin by getting to know your organization inside and out. Through thoughtful conversations, we uncover your team dynamics, culture, and goals. This helps us craft a detailed role profile and recruitment strategy, complete with clear timelines and market-aligned expectations.
Leveraging our extensive networks and proactive outreach, we identify and attract exceptional talent. By combining customized job postings with strategic digital outreach, we build a strong, diverse pipeline of candidates suited to your unique needs.
Every candidate undergoes a thorough assessment process, including video and in-person interviews, behavioral and situational evaluations, and reference checks. This ensures we present only the most qualified individuals who align with your values and objectives.
We provide you with a shortlist of top candidates, complete with comprehensive profiles and insights. We facilitate interviews, offer tailored feedback, and guide you through negotiations to ensure a smooth selection process.
To set the stage for long-term success, we support onboarding with clear plans and regular follow-ups during the first few months. This helps ensure alignment and satisfaction for both you and your new hire.
Since 2018, the HighView Team has empowered over one hundred real estate firms with their Best Next Hire. Our clients trust us to find their Best Next Hire. When they are presented with a confidential, challenging or time-sensitive search, they know our process will connect them to people who perform.
Co-founder of HighView Partners, Nicola brings over twenty years of experience in real estate recruitment across Canada. Nicola has worked with over 100 real estate employers and has successfully executed over 1000 searches throughout her career. Her focus on the real estate industry means she has built relationships with current and future real estate leaders. Her passion for connecting people who perform has created exceptional results and trusted relationships.
Nicola holds a degree in Psychology and a diploma in Life Coaching, and is a member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC). Her professional opinion has been featured in Canadian Property Management Magazine, and she has worked closely with BOMA. Nicola has also been a guest speaker at various industry events where she shares her expertise in attraction, retention and recruitment. Affiliated with Toronto CREW, Nicola is an advocate for women in real estate and supports various committees.
Outside of work, Nicola volunteers in her local community and supports several local charities. She enjoys travelling, reading, cooking (with a glass of red wine), and spending time with her family and friends.
Based in Vancouver, Richard leads HighView’s recruitment and talent search practice on the West Coast. Richard has been connecting people who perform in Canadian real estate since 2010. The industry regards him as one of its most diligent and professional recruiters. Originally from the UK and now a proud Canadian citizen, Richard has a far-reaching professional network, having also spent time in Sydney, Australia. Richard embodies HighView’s values and is resolute in his commitment to do the right thing by his clients and candidates.
Richard holds a BA in Criminology and International Politics. Over the past decade, Richard is proud to have helped hundreds of real estate professionals move forward in their careers. He is dedicated to staying on top of market news and industry trends, and is a familiar face at real estate associations, including NAIOP, BOMA, UDI, ICSC, and ULI.
Outside of work, Richard lives a healthy and active lifestyle. He thrives on setting new challenges and personal goals. From competitive road cycling, running and cross-country skiing, he can’t say no to a little friendly competition
