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We deliver great leaders to exceptional companies.

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We are the executive search firm of choice for accomplished and emerging investment management, real estate, and financial services firms to recruit the leaders most essential to seize their moment and achieve their goals.  Our searches come from repeat clients, satisfied client referrals, and placed candidates that turn to us to build-out their teams. Many of these relationships go back decades.

Our candidates are selected based on the alignment of skill, experience, and fit with your organization. We guarantee delivery of a bespoke slate of highly qualified and fully vetted leaders for every search.

Our process has been honed and tested over decades. We promise to remain fully committed and focused on your search until the right candidate is found and placed within your organization.

Exceptional companies trust us to get it right and not stop until the work is done. We don’t stop and we don’t compromise.

Awards & Recognition

Awards &
Recognition

Best Real Estate & Financial Services Recruitment Firm 2024

Canada (Canadian Business Awards)

Executive Search Firm of the Year 2024

Canada (CorporateLiveWire Innovation & Excellence Awards)

Best Financial Services & Real Estate Executive Search Firm 2023

Canada (Corporate Coaching and Recruitment Awards)

Best Boutique Real Estate & Finance Executive Search Firm 2023

Eastern Canada (North American Business Awards)

Best Executive Search Firm 2023

Ontario (Canadian Business Awards)

Best Boutique Executive Search Firm 2022

Ontario (North American Business Awards)

Best Boutique Executive Search Firm 2021

Canada (Corporate Vision, Corporate Coaching and Recruitment Awards)

Best Executive Search Firm 2021

Canada  (Corporate Vision, Global Business Awards)

Our Track Record

Managing Director, Investments

Large-Cap
Private Equity Fund

Head of Funds & Co-Investment

Pension Fund

Head of Investments

Family Office

Senior Director,
Global Infrastructure

Global Investment Manager

Principal, Private Equity

North-American
Mid-Market Fund

Director, Venture Debt

Canadian
Venture Capital Platform

Associate, Private Equity

Global Asset Manager

Associate

Distressed Debt Fund

Senior Vice President,
Marketing Representative

Global Alternative Investor

Senior Vice President,
Infrastructure Product Specialist

Global Asset Manager

Senior Vice President,
Institutional Capital Raising

North-American
Private Equity Fund

Senior Vice President,
Business Development

Canadian Hedge Fund

Executive Vice President,
National Sales & Client Solutions

Canadian Real Estate
Private Equity Firm

Director,
Investor Relations & Marketing

Canadian Infrastructure Fund

Vice President,
Institutional Sales-Canada

Global Alternative
Asset Manager

Vice President,
Investor Relations

Large-Cap
Private Equity Fund

Managing Director,
Corporate Banking

Major Canadian Bank

Vice President,
Portfolio Financing

Distressed Debt Fund

Vice President, Loan Products

Major Canadian Bank

Senior Business Development Officer, Canada

North American
Asset Based Lender

Assistant Vice President,
Structured Finance

Specialty Finance

Regional Vice President, Commercial Banking

Canadian Bank

Director, Corporate Banking
& Portfolio Manager

US Bank

Director, Structured Debt

Pension Fund

Senior Vice President, Corporate Development & Strategy

Global Insurance Company

Vice President, Corporate Development

Private Equity Portfolio Company

Senior Director, Strategy & Corporate Development

Real Estate

Senior Director, Corporate Development

Canadian Bank

Senior Director, Strategy & Operational Effectiveness

Professional Services

Principal, Partner Strategies

Canadian Pension Plan

Director, Enterprise Strategy & Transformation

Canadian Pension Plan

Director, Corporate Development & Investments

Major Canadian Retailer

Chief Financial Officer

Private Equity

Chief Financial Officer

Real Estate

Senior Vice President Corporate Financial Operations

Real Estate

Senior Vice President, Finance & Reporting

Pension Plan

Senior Director, Taxation

Private Equity

Senior Director Operational Finance, FP&A

Real Estate

Corporate Controller

Private Equity

Fund Controller

Private Equity

Head of Human Resources

Real Estate

Chief Talent Officer

Professional Services

Vice President, Human Resources

Private Equity

Vice President, Human Resources

Real Estate Investment

Vice President, HR & Corporate Communications

Real Estate

Director, HR Business Partner

Pension Plan

Director of Talent Acquisition

Canadian Bank

Director, HR Strategy & Transformation

Financial Services

Chief Operating Officer, Multi Family Operations

Real Estate

Executive Vice President, Development – Multi-Residential

Real Estate

Senior Vice President, Bid Development

Asset Management

Vice President, Investments and Development

Global Real Estate

Vice President, Development

Real Estate

Senior Director, Finance and Project Monitoring

Real Estate

Director, Development

Real Estate

Director of Construction – Mid and High Rise

Real Estate

Managing Partner, Real Estate

Real Estate Investment

Senior Vice President & Group Head, Commercial Banking

Canadian Bank

Senior Vice President, Head of Mortgage Origination

Real Estate Investment

Senior Vice President, Term and Construction Financing

Real Estate Investment

Vice President, Real Estate Lending

Investment Dealer

Senior Director, Acquisitions and Development

Real Estate

Senior Director, Asset Management

Global Pension Fund

Director, Underwriting

Real Estate Investment

Chief Compliance Officer

Real Estate Private Equity

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Canadian Bank

Chief Compliance Officer & General Counsel

Canadian Bank

Senior Vice President, Internal Audit

Financial Institution

Vice President, Credit Risk Monitoring & Management

Real Estate

Vice President, Model Validation and Vetting

Canadian Bank

Senior Director, Compliance

Hedge Fund

Senior Director, Market Risk

Canadian Bank

Managing Director, Transactions and Corporate Finance

Asset Manager

Treasurer

Real Estate

Vice President, Treasury

Financial Institution

Vice President, ALM

Canadian Bank

Senior Director, Capital Markets

Financial Services

Senior Director, Corporate Finance and Treasury

Asset Manager

Senior Director,
Treasury and Capital Markets

Pension Plan

Director, Treasury and Cash Management

Financial Services

Managing Director, Investments

Large-Cap
Private Equity Fund

Head of Funds & Co-Investment

Pension Fund

Head of Investments

Family Office

Senior Director,
Global Infrastructure

Global Investment Manager

Principal, Private Equity

North-American
Mid-Market Fund

Director, Venture Debt

Canadian
Venture Capital Platform

Associate, Private Equity

Global Asset Manager

Associate

Distressed Debt Fund

Senior Vice President,
Marketing Representative

Global Alternative Investor

Senior Vice President,
Infrastructure Product Specialist

Global Asset Manager

Senior Vice President,
Institutional Capital Raising

North-American
Private Equity Fund

Senior Vice President,
Business Development

Canadian Hedge Fund

Executive Vice President,
National Sales & Client Solutions

Canadian Real Estate
Private Equity Firm

Director,
Investor Relations & Marketing

Canadian Infrastructure Fund

Vice President,
Institutional Sales-Canada

Global Alternative
Asset Manager

Vice President,
Investor Relations

Large-Cap
Private Equity Fund

Managing Director,
Corporate Banking

Major Canadian Bank

Vice President,
Portfolio Financing

Distressed Debt Fund

Vice President, Loan Products

Major Canadian Bank

Senior Business Development Officer, Canada

North American
Asset Based Lender

Assistant Vice President,
Structured Finance

Specialty Finance

Regional Vice President, Commercial Banking

Canadian Bank

Director, Corporate Banking
& Portfolio Manager

US Bank

Director, Structured Debt

Pension Fund

Senior Vice President, Corporate Development & Strategy

Global Insurance Company

Vice President, Corporate Development

Private Equity Portfolio Company

Senior Director, Strategy & Corporate Development

Real Estate

Senior Director, Corporate Development

Canadian Bank

Senior Director, Strategy & Operational Effectiveness

Professional Services

Principal, Partner Strategies

Canadian Pension Plan

Director, Enterprise Strategy & Transformation

Canadian Pension Plan

Director, Corporate Development & Investments

Major Canadian Retailer

Chief Financial Officer

Private Equity

Chief Financial Officer

Real Estate

Senior Vice President Corporate Financial Operations

Real Estate

Senior Vice President, Finance & Reporting

Pension Plan

Senior Director, Taxation

Private Equity

Senior Director Operational Finance, FP&A

Real Estate

Corporate Controller

Private Equity

Fund Controller

Private Equity

Head of Human Resources

Real Estate

Chief Talent Officer

Professional Services

Vice President, Human Resources

Private Equity

Vice President, Human Resources

Real Estate Investment

Vice President, HR & Corporate Communications

Real Estate

Director, HR Business Partner

Pension Plan

Director of Talent Acquisition

Canadian Bank

Director, HR Strategy & Transformation

Financial Services

Chief Operating Officer, Multi Family Operations

Real Estate

Executive Vice President, Development – Multi-Residential

Real Estate

Senior Vice President, Bid Development

Asset Management

Vice President, Investments and Development

Global Real Estate

Vice President, Development

Real Estate

Senior Director, Finance and Project Monitoring

Real Estate

Director, Development

Real Estate

Director of Construction – Mid and High Rise

Real Estate

Managing Partner, Real Estate

Real Estate Investment

Senior Vice President & Group Head, Commercial Banking

Canadian Bank

Senior Vice President, Head of Mortgage Origination

Real Estate Investment

Senior Vice President, Term and Construction Financing

Real Estate Investment

Vice President, Real Estate Lending

Investment Dealer

Senior Director, Acquisitions and Development

Real Estate

Senior Director, Asset Management

Global Pension Fund

Director, Underwriting

Real Estate Investment

Chief Compliance Officer

Real Estate Private Equity

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Canadian Bank

Chief Compliance Officer & General Counsel

Canadian Bank

Senior Vice President, Internal Audit

Financial Institution

Vice President, Credit Risk Monitoring & Management

Real Estate

Vice President, Model Validation and Vetting

Canadian Bank

Senior Director, Compliance

Hedge Fund

Senior Director, Market Risk

Canadian Bank

Managing Director, Transactions and Corporate Finance

Asset Manager

Treasurer

Real Estate

Vice President, Treasury

Financial Institution

Vice President, ALM

Canadian Bank

Senior Director, Capital Markets

Financial Services

Senior Director, Corporate Finance and Treasury

Asset Manager

Senior Director,
Treasury and Capital Markets

Pension Plan

Director, Treasury and Cash Management

Financial Services

Thorek/Scott and Partners is a team of exceptional recruiters that deliver highly successful results for candidates and hiring managers. Their holistic approach develops trust and hones long-term relationships that ensure deep knowledge of client needs and candidates. Combined with intimate knowledge of industry and thorough diligence, their unmatched methodology guarantees effectiveness in identifying best fit for critical positions. I can attest that their approach has greatly benefited me both as a candidate and as hiring manager, and highly recommend their service.
VP, Enterprise Risk ManagementLeading Canadian Bank
We have built a successful long-term relationship with Thorek/Scott and Partners built on their delivery of high-quality candidates in hard to fill roles.
Senior VP, Human ResourcesLeading Canadian Bank
When your company is experiencing tremendous growth, it’s critical to partner with the right firm to help you attract the best talent. We have developed a strong partnership with Thorek/Scott due to their excellent pulse on the business community and their ability to connect and engage with top talent. Thorek/Scott is highly responsive and takes the time to truly understand the qualities we seek so that we find individuals who compliment our culture as well as have the right technical skill set.
Chief Financial OfficerLeading Real Estate Lender
I have had the pleasure of working with the Thorek/Scott Team for over 35 years. It’s always difficult when an organization has to replace a senior employee. It’s never the “right” time and always the “wrong” place but having the right search company working with you hand in hand to “fill" that important space is extremely important to any senior executive running an organization of any size or any sector in our economy. Trust in knowing that the folks from Thorek/Scott are there to help me has kept me going back to them for years!
PresidentFinancial Services Organization

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Katie Watt

Research and Operations Specialist

Katie enjoys being part of the Research and Operations division at Thorek/Scott and Partners. Katie utilizes her skills in research, project and data management to support the recruiting efforts of the Thorek/Scott and Partners team. She enjoys working in the positive team atmosphere that Thorek/Scott and Partners offers.

After completing her Master’s in Geography at the University of Toronto, Katie worked in consulting in the environmental non-profit sector where she conducted policy analysis and delivered workshops on sustainable development. Katie continues to pursue her passions of environmental protection by volunteering with local environmental non-profit organizations.

Lisa Dudley

Manager, Business Operations

Lisa is thrilled to be a part of the team at Thorek/Scott and Partners. Lisa’s deep background in financial services, relationship building, and customer service coupled with her background in operations and support has been instrumental to the firm’s Research and Operations division. Prior to joining Thorek/Scott and Partners, Lisa worked for over 10 years in a large Canadian Bank in front facing, client operational roles. Having worked for large organizations in the past, she is delighted to be part of a close-knit group and enjoys the upbeat office and friendly environment at Thorek/Scott and Partners.

In her free time, Lisa enjoys reading, crafting and spending time with family and friends.

Derek Young

Senior Director

Derek Young is a former finance professional turned recruitment consultant. He connects top-tier talent with prestigious organizations seeking exceptional leaders. His expertise lies in the recruitment of high-caliber risk and compliance professionals for investment management, real estate, and financial services firms across North America.

Derek joined Thorek/Scott and Partners after a successful tenure with one of the largest globally recognized recruitment firms, where he specialized in consulting legal and compliance professionals across financial & professional services. He is passionate about helping people fulfil their long-term career aspirations. Derek’s personable approach and knowledge of the financial landscape allows him to develop strong relationships with both candidates and clients.

After completing his B.Com from the University of Toronto’s Finance program, Derek began his career as a financial advisor working for two of Canada’s largest wealth managers. These roles taught him the importance of listening to his clients and always putting their goals first. Derek has lived and traveled in Ireland, Europe, Asia and Africa. He enjoys playing and watching a variety of sports, and spending time with friends and family.

Lisa Millar

Director

Lisa is thrilled to join the Thorek/Scott and Partners team and brings 30 years of experience in large public sector organizations. She has held multiple executive leadership positions in the education sector and as CEO was responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization including Human Resources, Operations, Information Technology, Finance, Capital, and Leadership.

Lisa brings her insight and experience to executive recruitment. She is a highly motivated and goal-oriented professional dedicated to finding high quality talent.

Lisa has worked with multiple stakeholders within the community and at the Provincial level. She has trained senior executives on Strategic Planning and Implementation in Canada and the United States. She has taught Masters’ level courses and College programs. She has authored documents on Strategic Planning, Poverty, Succession Planning and Leadership Development.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, and a Master’s degree in Leadership/Administration. Lisa completed the Executive Leadership programs at Rotman School of Management and the Richard Ivey School of Business as well as earning multiple certificates at the Queens Executive Education Program.

Lisa belongs to several professional organizations including the Professional Women’s Network, Equal Voice and Elevate. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, travelling, and giving back to her community.

Lauren Thorek

Partner

Lauren is a senior executive search consultant with 20 years of experience advising the Canadian recruitment market. Known for her sharp insight and empathetic approach, she sees herself as a passionate advocate for her clients and candidates. Throughout her career, Lauren has advised numerous organizations on shaping their strategic vision and has played a leading role in executing on those initiatives.

Active in multiple sectors including Real Estate, Investments and Financial Services, Lauren and her team are proud to deliver great leaders and build extraordinary teams. She has spoken on recruitment and search issues to a wide range of audiences.

Sari Friedman

Director

Sari Friedman is delighted to be back at Thorek/Scott and Partners. With over 25 years of real estate and finance experience and a passion for people, transitioning into the recruitment industry was a natural fit for Sari. 

She brings multiple experiences and synergetic attributes to her role at Thorek/Scott. Having worked as an equity research associate covering real estate and REITs, Sari has a strong understanding of the real estate industry. She holds a real estate license, has actively traded real estate and is a personal investor. Sari’s technical insight combined with her outstanding business acumen, strong negotiation and research skills adds tremendous value to clients and candidates. 

Sari is well known for her caring and friendly demeanour. She is passionate about helping people with an emphasis on providing an individualized human experience. She will often go above and beyond when coaching her candidates and clients throughout the recruitment process. Sari takes the time to understand the needs of her clients and candidates and creates long lasting relationships. 

Sari graduated from University of Western Ontario majoring in Economics and earned her MBA from the University of Toronto Rotman Management Program. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cooking, travelling and camping.

Steven Cohen

Director

Steven is a CPA who graduated with an honours bachelors degree in business from McMaster University & from Cornell University with an Executive MBA. Before joining Thorek/Scott he spent his career in industry, building large support service teams and also taking an active role in the overall corporate recruitment functions as a VP/CFO. He prides himself as a recruiter who is transparent, a great communicator and gives honest feedback.

Steven is passionate about travelling, having visited over 130 countries, and about his Toronto Maple Leafs.

Faye Thorek

Founder

Faye Thorek is an accomplished executive search consultant with over 40 years of experience in the Canadian recruitment market. Known for her keen insight and compassionate dedication to her work, Faye envisions herself as an advocate for those with whom she conducts business. Over the years, Faye has consulted numerous companies on how to best craft their strategic vision and then taken the lead on executing that mandate. She has spoken on recruitment and search issues to a wide range of audiences.

Outside of the office, Faye is also a committed investor in people. She volunteers with Out of the Cold, Kids.now, and Bereaved Families of Ontario (BFO). She has sat on the Professional Development Steering Committee of the HRPAO. She is a former member of the Board at BFO and the North York Harvest Food Bank.

Michael Thorek

Founder

Having founded Thorek/Scott and Partners over four decades ago, Michael Thorek has been shepherding its growth ever since. Together with his wife, Michael is dedicated to building a business with humanity, innovation, and excellence at its core. A specialist in the recruitment of talent for the Financial Services Industry, Michael has currently turned his interest towards the field of Risk Management, Capital Markets and Database Marketing Analytics. A jack of many trades, Michael is also a father, inventor, scholar and scribe, who possess a keen interest in comparative religions.