Recruitment services for SMEs — Canada & United States

Smart recruitment, human results.

CB Smart Recruit simplifies and accelerates your hiring process through a human, transparent, and efficient approach. Let your team focus on what matters most: growing the business.

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A People-First Approach to Hiring

CB Smart Recruit is a boutique recruitment firm that prioritizes a human, personalized approach. Each mandate benefits from tailored support based on a clear understanding of business needs.

The result: faster, more accurate, and better-aligned hires.


— Claudelle Bélanger, Co-Founder CB Smart Recruit

Hiring Challenges?

We get it. Some positions stay open for weeks—sometimes months—putting extra pressure on your team, slowing down projects, and stalling operations. With the right strategies and tools, we connect you to top talent fast.

Need to hire, but don’t have time to handle it yourself?

No one in-house to manage your hiring needs?

Struggling to attract top talent in a competitive market?

A clear approach,
with real results

Bilingual expertise

FR/EN, ideal for the Canadian and American markets.

Human and direct

You work directly with the founder from start to finish, no intermediaries.

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Effectiveness

Accelerate your hiring process and cut recruitment costs without sacrificing quality.

North American reach

A service aligned with the realities of the North American market.

A Simple, Transparent, and Effective Process

Needs and market analysis

We identify, engage, and pre-qualify top talent through targeted, human-centric sourcing.

Interviews and profile validation

We assess skills, culture fit, and alignment with your company before introducing only the best-matched candidates.

Offer & Onboarding Support

We support you through offer preparation, finalist negotiations, and the first steps of onboarding.

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Not a fan of traditional recruiting firms? Neither are we.

We believe in a human, straightforward, and flexible approach — without the layers and overhead of big agencies. Our mission: connect your company with the right talent quickly, through personalized support from start to finish.

Testimonies

What our customers and candidates say

“CB Smart Recruit has transformed our recruitment process. Efficiency, professionalism and a real understanding of our needs.”

Marie Dubois
HR Director, Montreal

“The team guided me with warmth and clarity. They listened to my ambitions and found the perfect role for me.”

James Mitchell
Candidate, Toronto

“Fast, reliable and bilingual. Exactly what we needed for our continental recruitments.”

Sophie Leclerc
Talent Manager, Boston

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Placements & Results

Industry & Role:
Robotics Engineering – Mechanical Engineer
Challenge:
Recruiting a qualified robotics engineer willing to relocate to a rural area in Virginia.
Measurable results:
Role filled in 4 weeks
Industry & job type:
E-Commerce — Director of Sales
Challenge:
Filling a senior sales leadership role in a fast-growing eCommerce environment.
Measurable results:
10 interviews conducted
4 candidates submitted
Role filled in 4 weeks
Industry & job type:
Beverage Innovation — Product Development Scientist
Challenge:
Finding a candidate with scientific expertise in tea and coffee, combining R&D and product innovation.
Measurable results:
21 interviews conducted
7 candidates submitted
Successful hire in under 9 weeks
Industry & job type:
Logistics — Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Challenge:
Filling a hands-on operational role in a high-growth environment.
Measurable results:
15 interviews conducted
5 candidates submitted
Role filled in under 6 weeks
Industry & job type:
Heavy Industry — Regional Sales Manager
Challenge:
Recruiting for a niche market requiring deep knowledge of pulp and paper mill equipment.
Measurable results:
16 interviews conducted
9 candidates submitted
Role filled in 10 weeks
Industry & job type:
E-Commerce — Brand Manager
Challenge:
Identifying an experienced eCommerce profile based in the U.S. Northeast with strong brand management capabilities.
Measurable results:
12 interviews conducted
3 candidates submitted
Role filled in 8 weeks
Industry & job type:
Pharmaceutical — Test Team Leader and ALM Facilitator
Challenge:
Contract role in a highly regulated environment with extensive compliance requirements.
Measurable results:
Role filled in 9 weeks
Industry & job type:
Industrial/Manufacturing (Fiber Optic) — Account Manager
Challenge:
Recruiting a candidate with fiber optics expertise within a Japanese-owned company operating in the U.S.
Measurable results:
18 interviews conducted
7 candidates presented
Role filled in under 16 weeks
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A word from the founders

At CB Smart Recruit, our mission is simple: help you hire quickly—without stress or unnecessary complexity. Every client benefits from our direct involvement—from the very first call to the candidate’s onboarding.

We focus on speed, transparency, and a human-first approach to simplify every stage of the hiring process. Our goal: save you time and support your team’s growth.

Transform your recruitment

Questions?

How does it work?

We start by clearly identifying your needs through a virtual meeting. Then, we activate our network to find the best talent. Each candidate is carefully evaluated before being presented to you. It’s simple, structured, and results-driven.

What regions do you cover?

Our network spans across Canada and the United States.

What’s the typical timeline for receiving qualified candidates?

It depends on the role and the complexity of the market, but in general, you will receive qualified candidates within 5 to 10 business days. We always prioritize quality.

Can you handle bilingual recruitment?

Yes. We conduct searches in both Canadian French and English, depending on your needs. We understand the linguistic realities of each market.

What types of roles do you recruit for?

We specialize in roles tied to revenue generation — sales, business development, account management, marketing, etc. But our expertise also extends to related functions such as operations, finance, tech, HR, or consulting, from junior to executive level.