Talent. Human Capital. Team. However you refer to your employees, hiring is the most important business decision you will make. Our mission is to help you find the right “fit”: hire the talent who will contribute to your competitive advantage and drive results.

Founded in 1994, Shore & Associates is a Montreal-based retained and exclusive search firm recognized for delivering results. We cultivate long-term relationships and lasting engagements focused on the sustainable success of your organization. And we stand by our promise: we guarantee our work for a significant period, depending on the hire level.

We actively recruit lawyers for a sophisticated clientele that includes top law firms, at the associate and partner levels, as well as for in-house counsel positions.

Shore & Associates is also known for its Executive Search and Third Sector Search work.

Contact us to find out if there is a fit between your firm and ours.

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Barbara ShoreVcardbshore@shoreassoc.comLinkedInT: 514-878-3100

Barbara Shore, BA, MA, CHRA has worked in executive search since 1984, first with the firm now known as KPMG, and since 1994 as the founder and president of Shore & Associates. Barbara has gained a reputation for her uncompromised client service, and her ability to understand the nuances of each client’s specific environment.
Barbara is a committed volunteer and sits on community agency boards. She also serves as a mentor to young women at early stages of their career. She is the Mentoring coordinator for IWF’s Montreal chapter and is on the executive committee for the Mentoring Program for MBA students at McGill University.

Pearl ProkoshVcardpprokosh@shoreassoc.comLinkedInT: 514-878-3111

(Please note that Pearl is currently on maternity leave and will return in summer 2012. You can reach Judy Kremer at jkremer@shoreassoc.com or 514-878-3111). Pearl Prokosh, BA, BCL, LLB joined Shore & Associates in 2006. She graduated with distinction from McGill University law school in 2002 before practising transactional real estate law at two international law firms and working on multi-million-dollar real estate acquisitions, dispositions, financing transactions and leasing matters. Pearl has a keen appreciation for the culture and needs of different law firms and corporate legal departments, and has developed lasting professional relationships.

Marie WongVcardmwong@shoreassoc.comLinkedInT: 514-878-2624

Marie Wong, B.Sc. and a Certificate in Human Resources, has worked in the recruitment field since 1999. Beginning in research and subsequently as a Senior Consultant in the recruitment of senior professionals, Marie consistently demonstrates her ability to target candidates with her disciplined approach, resourcefulness and professionalism that has resulted in consistent praise and appreciation from client and candidate for her contribution to each mandate’s success. She is meticulous in her research and evaluates candidates based on a clear understanding of the client’s needs and company culture. Over the years, Marie has built a broad network of contacts and established strong professional relationships within the full range of functional professions, in public, private and non-profit organizations.

Michel OhayonVcardmohayon@shoreassoc.comLinkedInT: 514-878-4777

Michel Ohayon, BA, MBA, joined Shore & Associates in early 2010, having worked in the professional services and human resources industry since 2003. Michel has a strong client orientation and is recognized for his ability to master the particularities of diverse industries, cultures and issues. His in-depth knowledge and understanding of human resources issues, gained from spending six years at a global human resources consultancy, help provide strategic understanding of larger client challenges. In 2010 Michel won the Bourse Émérite Desjardins, awarded annually by the Quebec MBA Association to one recent graduate in the province in recognition of academic excellence, community involvement and leadership.

Judy KremerVcardjkremer@shoreassoc.comLinkedInT: 514-878-3111

Judy Kremer, LL.M. candidate, LL.B., B.Sc., is a legal recruiting consultant for Shore & Associates and a member of the Quebec Bar. She works on placing lawyers of all levels in law firms and in-house counsel positions. Judy began her legal career in a top tier national law firm in Montreal where she articled and practiced corporate, commercial and securities law. She has developed a unique background in Psychology, Law, Public Affairs and Management. In 2005 Judy was awarded the Killam Fellowship, a scholarship for top students from select universities in Canada to study in the United States. She is a dedicated community leader and member of several Boards of Directors including l’Office Québec-Monde pour la jeunesse, l’Office Québec-Amériques pour la jeunesse and CIJA. Judy is also pursuing graduate studies in transactional law at Université de Montréal.

Barbara Shore: 514-878-3100 bshore@shoreassoc.com
Pearl Prokosh: (on maternity leave until summer 2012) 514-878-3111 pprokosh@shoreassoc.com
Judy Kremer: 514-878-3111 jkremer@shoreassoc.com
Marie Wong: 514-878-2624 mwong@shoreassoc.com
Michel Ohayon: 514-878-4777 mohayon@shoreassoc.com

Address: 1155 University suite 1414, Montreal, Quebec (Canada)  H3B 3A7

Parking: available on surrounding streets and nearby lots (paid)
Metro: McGill (green line) is the closest station, though we are also near Square-Victoria and Bonaventure (orange line).viagra See map for directions.

Associate (IP/IT) – Top tier national law firm

Legal Counsel – La Coop fédérée (available only in French)

Legal Counsel (senior level) – BDC (Venture Capital Group)

Corporate/Commercial Lawyer – Quebec Law Firm

Mergers & Acquisitions Lawyer – National Law Firm

Insolvency Partner – National Law Firm

Labour & Employment Partner - National Law Firm

Real Estate Partner – National Law Firm

Executive

Advisor, Training & Organizational Development – Industrial Equipment Sector

Director – Corporate Human Resources – Aviation Industry

Human Resources Business Partner – Financial Institution

Third Sector

Director of Development – Health-care focused non-profit

Internal — Shore & Associates

Office Assistant and Researcher – Internal (Shore & Associates)

Learn how to convey years of success in a two-page CV, a five-minute phone conversation or a one-hour interview
Call us at 514-878-3443 or email us to find out more about this service, including more information about the Process/ Structure, What the Service Is, and What the Service Is Not.

In general, with decades of experience identifying, meeting and interviewing top candidates, we are well placed to help you:

• Improve your CV
• Improve your interview and presentation skills: you can practice answering interview questions and obtain detailed, question-by-question feedback on how you did
• Make a first impression
• Identify career possibilities, e.g., decide how and in which direction you can re-orient your career
• Improve your job search strategy
• Learn how to emphasize your biggest strengths
• Identify and work on areas for improvement: you will receive actionable tips

Call us at 514-878-3443 or email us for more information.

Who is this service for?
We believe this service will be most interesting (but not limited to) the following profiles:

• Young lawyers looking to start their careers on the right foot
• Lawyers who feel they need to maximize their chances of being on track for partnership or senior counsel, or who are wondering if they are with the right firm/ industry
• Professionals with many years of experience looking to re-orient their careers
• Professionals with some experience looking to better understand how to set themselves up for long-term success (for example, after completing an MBA)

Unfortunately, we do not currently offer this service to entry-level candidates or bachelor’s degree graduates without experience.

Pricing
Call us at 514-878-3443 to discuss pricing. Essentially, you are paying for a block of time with our experts. To ensure you get the most out of our service, we will make sure you meet with the right consultant(s) appropriate to your level of experience and your industry. The cost of our service depends on whom you meet and for how long.

Keep in mind that our service can lead to tangible financial rewards in your career. While we cannot guarantee these financial results, we guarantee that you will find your session useful in furthering your career success. And we stand by our name and reputation in this regard.

Some other tips to keep in mind:

• Please keep your CV to a reasonable number of pages, focusing on making the most relevant and recent information easy to find. Longer CVs tend to dilute the information. For other tips scroll down to Tips and Links in the next section below.
• There is no need to send both English and French CVs; we will review only one of them, therefore please choose the original version (i.e., not the translated version).
• Make sure your contact information is clear and accurate. Please put your name on every page of your CV.
• Your CV should have your full name in the file name (e.g., “John Smith CV.doc” and not simply “CV September 2010.doc”).

For more substantial tips on how to write your CV, please scroll down to Tips and Links in the next section below.

Note that all of the following links were available to the public for free at the time of posting, though you may have to register. However, if you are a graduate of one of the universities referenced (or another), remember that you may have access to many other resources reserved for alumni only. In addition, not all of the links below are to Canadian sites but they are still relevant for some useful tips nonetheless.

Working on Your CV/ Résumé
McGill University: Career Planning Service CV Writing Guide
CV.ca: General CV Tips
Monster: Résumés and Letters
Jobboom: Résumés
Quintessential Careers: Resume and CV Resources

Interview Tips and Practice Questions
McGill University: Career Planning Service (Interviewing Guide is third option)
Quintessential Careers: Job Interview Questions
Jobboom: Interview Guide
Monster: Interviewing
Legal Interview Tips

General Links to Other Helpful Sites (general career information and tips, including the topics covered above)
Legal:
McGill University: Law Faculty Career Development Office
Université de Montréal : Centre de développement professionnel (French only)

Executive:
HEC Montréal: Career Management Services
McGill University: Career Planning Service
Concordia University: Career and Placement Services
Université de Montréal : Services aux étudiants (French only)
Université de Québec à Montréal: Information scolaire et insertion professionnelle (French only)
Working: Resources
Workopolis: Career Resources
Jobboom: Career Zone
Monster: Career Tools
Vault
TalentEgg
Attract Jobs Now

Third Sector:
Charity Village: Career Centre
Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) International

 

Link to this page: http://www.shoreassoc.com/en/tips-and-links/

In-house/legal departments – Completed

Multinational food company – Legal Counsel

Financial institution – Senior Counsel IT & New Media

International management and holding company – Paralegal and Records Management

International mining company – Legal Counsel

International product manufacturer and distributor – General Counsel

Major broadcaster – Associate Corporate Secretary

Major broadcaster – Legal Counsel, Media Law

Multinational retail group – Legal Counsel

Multinational, food industry – Legal Counsel

Crown Corporation – Assistant Corporate Secretary

National transportation group – Director Legal Affairs

National transportation group – Senior Environment Lawyer

National transportation group – Securities Lawyer

National transportation group – Labour and Employment Lawyer

Pharmaceutical company – Chief Legal Officer

Pharmaceutical company – Legal Counsel

 

Law firms – Completed

Associates – Securities, M&A, Litigation, Corporate, Real Estate, Advertising & Marketing, International Business Law

Partner level – Corporate M&A Practice, Banking and Finance, Labour, IT, Environment, Litigation, Real Estate

 

Executive Mandates – Completed

 
Finance

Private merchant bank – Senior Analyst, Mining/Resources Sector

Multinational financial company – Financial Controller

Major airline – General manager, Financial Services

Major public multinational – Director, Internal Audit

 
Human Resources

Major consulting engineering firm – Director of Human Resources, Quebec

Financial Institution – Director, Talent Management and Learning

Financial Institution – Senior Advisor, Performance and Recognition

Major global pharmaceutical company – Manager- Safety, Health & Environment

Multinational manufacturer – VP Human Resources

Major airline – Organizational Development Specialist

Major real estate group – Director of Human Resources

Financial institution – Organizational Effectiveness Consultant

 
Operations

International mining company – Manager, Business Improvement & Planning

Major airline – GM – Airframe Maintenance

Major airline – GM – Component Maintenance

Public travel services company – National Director, Call Center

 
Sales/ Marketing/ Communication

Multinational pharmaceutical company – Manager, Communications R&D

National retail group – Marketing Director

Multinational food company – Regional Sales Director

 
Other

IT/engineering consulting firm – VP Consulting Services

 
Third Sector Mandates – Completed

 
General Management

Health-care related non-profit – Executive Director

Health-care related non-profit – Quebec Regional Manager

Major university – Managing Director, Advancement

Health-care related non-profit – Executive Director, Business Operations

 
Fundraising

International relief and development organization – Director, Major Gifts

Major university – Director, Major Gifts

Major university – Director of Development

Community focused not-for-profit – Director of Development

“What I appreciated the most, in addition to the quality of the work and the relationships you establish between both candidates and the client, is that you are there to support us. Recruitment is an inexact science and it is comforting to know that even after the fees have been paid, you are there for us as needed. Your follow-ups during and after the hiring process establish a climate of confidence for both the candidate and the company.” – President
Position: Director of Commercialization
Client: IT/engineering consulting firm

“It was a pleasure working together; I have absolutely nothing negative to say… Even if a mandate is not in your niche, you have the flexibility and are not limited in your ability to find the person. And you are able to approach candidates who were not looking.” – Senior Consultant, HR
Position: Regional Sales Director
Client: Multinational food company

“Not only were we satisfied, we were beyond satisfied. Just when I became pessimistic because the task was almost impossible, you performed beyond expectations… Shore is an extremely professional organization. Your pre-screening was good, and you really added value in assessing and pointing out the strengths of the candidates.” – Executive Vice-President
Position: Director of Development
Client: A national non-profit focused on the distribution of medical aid overseas

“I am very happy with the way it went… You are able to find candidates who are not necessarily on the job market, and the calibre was excellent. You tell it like it is, with aspects that are not on the CVs.” – Senior Consultant, HR
Position: Executive Director
Client: Health-care related non-profit

“It was a pleasure to deal with you, it was easy and you were always available. Only one thing counts: finding the right person… Once we did, it was easy.” – President
Position: Executive Director, Business Operations
Client: Health-care related non-profit

“There were three things I really appreciated: the professionalism, the honesty and the human side…It can be stressful to be sitting at home wondering what’s happening with a job opportunity. …I very much liked your honesty – before sending me in, I had a clear picture of what my strengths and weaknesses were regarding the position’s requirements… You were courteous, professional, but still warm, friendly.”
Position: Director of Development
Client: Major university

“I felt like you work not only for the client but also for the candidate! I felt important, that if it wasn’t going to work out for this mandate, it could be for another. It’s obvious that there is a lot of respect for the candidates… The point to improve is to make yourselves better known in the philanthropic world.”
Position: Executive Director
Client: Health-care related non-profit