Lock Search Group

Lock Search Group is an independent executive search and recruitment firm founded in 1983. Over more than forty years of operation, it has established itself as a trusted partner for organizations seeking top leadership and specialized talent. The firm’s mission is to bridge client objectives with candidate aspirations by delivering personalized, solutions‑driven recruitment and consulting services grounded in integrity, open communication, and lasting relationships.

Headquartered in Toronto, Lock Search Group maintains a truly national footprint with eleven offices across Canada, including Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Montreal, Halifax, Moncton, Ottawa, Saskatoon, Winnipeg and Quebec City. It also operates two offices in the United States, located in Boston, Massachusetts and Chicago, Illinois. Supported by a team of more than twenty‑five experienced consultants and associates, the firm is able to serve both domestic and cross‑border recruitment needs seamlessly.

Lock Search Group specializes in four core practice areas: Life Sciences, which covers biotechnology, medical devices, pharmaceuticals and scientific research; Consumer Packaged Goods, including food service, beverage, retail and hard goods; Industrial sectors, encompassing manufacturing, automation, supply chain and distribution; and B2B & Technology, spanning digital, IT, software‑as‑a‑service, cybersecurity, finance, legal and insurance.

Lock Search Group offers flexible engagement models, including contingency‑based and performance‑based search, allowing clients to tailor fees and risk according to their preferences. Strategic partnerships and industry affiliations further extend its reach and strengthen its ability to meet complex talent challenges.

In recent years, the firm has embraced innovation through the launch of Lockin AI, a proprietary business development platform.