Directeur principal
Thorens - Executive Search SpecialistsMontreal, Quebec, Canada
Posted October 22, 2025
130000 - 150000 CAD year
Full Time
About the Company
Thorens – Executive Search Specialists has over 18 years of experience supporting SMEs in Ontario and Quebec, concentrating on strategic roles in engineering, IT, executive, and professional sectors. They provide highly personalized recruitment services, acting as ambassadors for both employers and candidates to ensure fast, efficient placements that align with company culture and candidate strengths. Their human‑centered approach emphasizes deep industry knowledge and a commitment to maximizing fit, delivering top talent for positions such as vice‑presidents, directors, engineers, and IT leaders. Thorens distinguishes itself through tailored candidate‑company matching, a focus on SMEs, and a reputation for integrity and speed in the recruitment process.
Job Description
Our client is one of the largest insurance brokerage and financial services firms recognized in Quebec. They are a growing company with a human approach, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to service excellence. The Chief Director plays a strategic role in managing, developing, and performing teams and operations within the organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in administration, finance, insurance, or related field (MBA is an asset)
- Minimum 10 years of experience in the insurance or financial services sector, with 5 years in strategic management
- Possession of a license to practice (a significant asset)
- In-depth knowledge of practices and processes in small and medium-sized insurance brokerage
- Excellent leadership, communication, and change management skills
- Strong client orientation and results-driven
- Mastery of technological tools and performance indicators (KPI)
- Experience in team management and development
- Ability to maintain excellent communication and business relations
- Bilingualism (French-English) spoken and written
- Entrepreneurial spirit and motivation in stimulating projects
Benefits
- Permanent full-time position
- Salary scale between $130,000 and $150,000 base salary according to experience
- Annual bonus
- Hybrid mode
- Minimum 4 weeks of vacation
- Comprehensive group insurance
- REER Program of professional development
- Friendly and innovative work environment