Associate Business Partner - longueuil

About the Role

Pender & Howe is experiencing continued growth and is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and proactive Associate Business Partner (ABP) to join our high-performing team. This is a critical role that supports our Directors and Partners across the full search lifecycle, from intake to offer, helping to identify and engage top-tier executive talent and uncover new business opportunities.

Location: Toronto or Montréal (Hybrid)

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Directors and Partners to develop tailored search strategies aligned to each mandate
• Conduct in-depth market research and talent mapping to build robust long lists of qualified and diverse candidates
• Support business development by researching potential clients, market trends, and competitive landscapes
• Attend and support client pitch meetings and intake calls; participate in candidate briefings and update meetings
• Conduct custom research and prepare tailored client reports, such as compensation benchmarking, industry landscape analyses, organizational charts, and competitor mappings
• Support the development and completion of Requests for Proposals (RFPs), ensuring accuracy, professionalism, and alignment with client expectations
• Collaborate with team members to craft client-ready materials and presentations that reflect deep market insight and positioning
• Manage communications with both clients and candidates to ensure a seamless and professional experience
• Contribute to candidate outreach, including initial engagement and ongoing follow-up
• Uphold best practices in candidate care and client engagement, with a focus on integrity, confidentiality, and trust
• Continuously build subject matter expertise in key industries through research and ongoing learning
• Identify and suggest improvements to internal tools, processes, and workflows that enhance efficiency and quality across the business

Ideal Candidate

• University degree or college diploma required
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience, ideally in executive search, recruitment, or research-driven roles
• Demonstrated expertise in proactive candidate sourcing and market mapping (beyond applicant screening)
• Strong sense of urgency with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
• Exceptional organizational skills; able to manage multiple priorities with precision and efficiency
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Skilled presence and sound judgment in all interactions
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Intellectually curious with a genuine interest in business, leadership, and market dynamics
• Discreet and respectful of the confidential nature of executive search work
• Demonstrates a growth mindset and regularly contributes ideas for improving systems, tools, or processes