Nicola, James, and Richard have worked collectively as recruiters in the Canadian real estate industry for over 50 years. HighView Partners was established to address a noticeable gap in the real estate industry. Employers require a recruiting partner who will invest more time in each search to ensure no stone has gone unturned and provide strategic solutions with a flexible approach. Leveraging their extensive real estate networks and deep industry expertise, the HighView team connects employers with exceptional candidates. Over time, the team has grown steadily as we evolve to meet the dynamic needs of the industry and our clients.
Co-founder at HighView Partners, James focuses on senior management and executive hires in the Greater Toronto Area. His drive to connect people who perform has earned him a reputation as an industry leader in real estate search and recruitment. James is committed to his candidates’ success when navigating their search and hiring process. Equally, he is loyal to helping his clients attract and retain top talent.
James believes in the power of networking to strengthen relationships and share new ideas. He regularly attends industry events and has delivered best practice workshops to Canada’s leading real estate companies and associations. He holds a graduate degree from the University of Stirling in Scotland. Outside of work, James is an enthusiast of sports, travel, and visual arts. He has explored more than 40 countries, feeding his passion for culture and diversity. Closer to home, James enjoys road cycling, winter sports, hiking, photography, participating in charity fundraisers, and volunteer work. What matters to him most is the quality time he spends with family and friends across the world.
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
