Your Ottawa recruitment agency
Knowledge and technology leader
Lock Search Group’s Ottawa recruiters work diligently to connect employers across Ontario with professionals who have the skills to thrive in their open roles. Our in-depth expertise in Ottawa’s workforce, combined with our advanced recruiting technology and our extensive network of candidates across Canada, makes us a valuable partner for any employer with complex hiring needs or a difficult vacancy to fill.
- 100 Queen St
Ottawa, ON K1P 1J9
- 613-751-4450
- 613-233-1663
High potential economic sectors in Ottawa
Ottawa leads all Canadian cities in the knowledge field, with knowledge workers accounting for 26.4 per cent of its total employment – more than 75,000 employees within 1,922 companies. One in seven people works in the fields of science and high technology. The City of Ottawa, in collaboration with business and labour partners, has identified nine key economic sectors that are influential for the city’s future prosperity: public administration, healthcare and social assistance, information, communications & technology, education, finance, tourism, manufacturing, and construction.
Employment opportunities in this livable city are best explored through contacting an experienced and well-connected recruiting firm such as Lock Search Group. Our client-centric focus starts by working closely with human resources leaders to identify exactly what makes a candidate an ideal fit for their position, as well as their goals in areas like diversity and inclusion. From there, we develop tailored staffing solutions to deliver, not just any professional, but the right person for the role and organization. From the initial job marketing through resume presentation and the final placement, our headhunter services aim for excellence at every stage of the recruitment process.
Our success stories
Lock Search Group recruiters work across a
variety of practice areas
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Life Sciences
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Consumer Packaged Goods
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Industrial
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B2B
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Technology
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Accounting
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Automotive
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Beverage/Alcohol
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Biotechnology
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Construction
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Digital and Artificial Intelligence
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Engineering
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Finance
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Food Service
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Hard Goods
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HR
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Information Technology
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Manufacturing
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Medical Device
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Insurance
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Legal
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Operations
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Pharmaceutical
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Private Equity/Venture Capital
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Renewable Energy
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Retail
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SaaS
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Scientific and Clinical Research
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Supply Chain and Logistics
Why choose Lock Search Group
Track record of success
Since day one, our formula for success has been simple: care deeply, and deliver. We know that your next hire could be the one who changes everything for your team, and we pride ourselves on helping you close the deal with the talent who can take you to the next level.
Our founder’s entrepreneurial grit reaches from coast to coast, and you can expect the same delivery-driven, passionately-proven partnership in any one of the Lock team’s 12 offices. With consultants who boast average tenures of a decade or more, we’re not messing around –– we’re here to make the match that measures up.
Leaders and listeners
What is your story, and what’s the story behind it? Our client-centric focus puts you and your specific goals firmly at the heart of our search process. We’re here to listen.
You’ll receive an individual action plan when you work with Lock, and we’ll be right on the same page every step of the way: what we will do, how you’ll see it happen, and when to expect results will all be clearly defined from the very beginning.
Industry-savvy insiders
We’ve been building incredible teams at Lock since 1983. In that time, we’ve crafted a strong network of business leaders, decision makers, and influencers.
But that’s only half of the story. Our recruiters make genuine connections because they’ve lived their industries, and they understand the field’s unique nuances, needs, and subtleties from the inside out. No matter your business, the cutting edge is where you’ll find us.
Lock offers a range of services to meet your business needs
Lock Search Group’s distinctive “contained” executive search model combines the thoroughness of traditional retained search with performance-based accountability to deliver exceptional C-suite and senior leadership talent. Our proven three-phase methodology, led by experienced Senior Consultants and backed by dedicated industry-specific recruitment teams, ensures comprehensive coverage of the executive talent market. We leverage our national network and extensive research capabilities to track industry movements, mergers, acquisitions, and leadership changes, providing clients with real-time market intelligence. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles ensures we source the absolute best available talent without bias, maintaining a fair and equitable search process. Our track record speaks for itself, with successful placements including Board Members, CEOs, CFOs, Presidents, and numerous Vice Presidents across multiple functions and industries.
Our Retained Search service establishes an exclusive partnership with organizations seeking to fill critical senior and mid-level positions through a comprehensive, priority-based approach. By dedicating our full resources and attention to your search, we conduct extensive market mapping and develop robust talent pipelines that ensure access to the highest caliber candidates. Our team provides regular progress updates and detailed market intelligence reports, keeping you informed throughout the entire search process. We manage everything from initial candidate assessment through final offer negotiation, ensuring a smooth and professional experience for both clients and candidates. This service includes post-placement integration support to ensure successful onboarding and long-term success of placed candidates.
Our Contingency Search service offers a flexible, success-based recruiting solution designed to efficiently fill professional and technical positions with qualified talent. Organizations benefit from immediate access to our extensive candidate database and network, with payment required only upon successful placement. Our streamlined recruitment process focuses on quick response times and efficient candidate presentation, making it ideal for time-sensitive placements and organizations with variable hiring needs. We handle all aspects of the recruitment process, from initial screening through offer negotiation, while maintaining the flexibility to work alongside other agencies if desired. This results-driven approach ensures we remain highly motivated to identify and secure the right talent for your organization while minimizing your upfront investment.