Medical Device Recruiters | Medical Device Executive Search

Canadian medical device industry insights

Health Canada updated the mandatory medical device shortage reporting list on November 7, 2025 (source).
Health Canada stopped proactive clinical information disclosure for Class III devices, announced December 23, 2025 (source).
New guidance for managing medical device licence applications takes effect February 2, 2026 (source).
Health Canada adopted IMDRF table of contents format for device submissions, published November 25, 2025 (source).
Consultation on Phase II MDEL modernization closes January 17, 2026, affecting importers and distributors (source).

Your medical device recruitment agency

The rise of smart medical devices

The global value of market for medical devices is expected to surpass $600 billion within the next four years, with emerging markets accounting for much of the expected increase. Career opportunities and corresponding incomes are highly positive for those in the sector. Recruiting assignments in the medical devices field are trending sharply upwards.

Our specialized Life Sciences recruiting team can assist both employers and candidates in evaluating and finalizing the search for the ideal Medical Devices career. With more than a dozen Life Sciences consultants on staff, Lock is attuned to the forces at work in the industry, particularly the use of Big Data and ICT. A new category of device has recently been launched: SaMD – Software as a Medical Device. Every medical device is currently being examined for its smart potential to provide accurate patient data.

We have developed expertise in the areas of Artificial Intelligence, digital drug discovery, personalized medicine, antibody discovery, DNA sequencing, and medical robotics. Complemented by our sales and marketing focus, and strength in Supply Chain Management, Lock Search Group offers an end-to-end solution for employers and candidates.

Lock has built an extensive network of international talent in digital communications, algorithms, robotics, and data science. For start-ups as well as global firms, we offer a proven recruiting solution.

We fill a variety of medical device roles

Account Manager
Clinical Application Specialist
Clinical Sales Specialist
Dental Sales Representative

District Sales Manager
Marketing Director
Marketing Manager
Medical Device Sales Representative

Medical Device Territory Manager
Senior Product Manager
Surgical Sales Representative
Territory Manager

What our clients say about our recruiters

The Lock Search Group have recruited several top candidates for over 25 years allowing key industry positions to be filled with high performers and quality individuals.

Walter Beljaars

Director Advanced Tech., Alcon

We have worked with other executive search groups and found that LockSearch group was able to find the best professionals for the position. Attention to detail, professionalism, understanding our team were critical parts of the selection process. We would use their services for all of our medtech executive hires. Steve Bews has a real acumen for finding the right people and is a pleasure to work with.

Dr. Karen M. Cross MD PhD FRCSC

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, St. Michael’s Hospital, CEO, co-founder MIMOSA Diagnostics

Lock offers a range of services to meet your business needs

Executive Search

Lock Search Group’s distinctive “contained” executive search model combines the thoroughness of traditional retained search with performance-based accountability to deliver exceptional C-suite and senior leadership talent. Our proven three-phase methodology, led by experienced Senior Consultants and backed by dedicated industry-specific recruitment teams, ensures comprehensive coverage of the executive talent market. We leverage our national network and extensive research capabilities to track industry movements, mergers, acquisitions, and leadership changes, providing clients with real-time market intelligence. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles ensures we source the absolute best available talent without bias, maintaining a fair and equitable search process. Our track record speaks for itself, with successful placements including Board Members, CEOs, CFOs, Presidents, and numerous Vice Presidents across multiple functions and industries.

Retained Search

Our Retained Search service establishes an exclusive partnership with organizations seeking to fill critical senior and mid-level positions through a comprehensive, priority-based approach. By dedicating our full resources and attention to your search, we conduct extensive market mapping and develop robust talent pipelines that ensure access to the highest caliber candidates. Our team provides regular progress updates and detailed market intelligence reports, keeping you informed throughout the entire search process. We manage everything from initial candidate assessment through final offer negotiation, ensuring a smooth and professional experience for both clients and candidates. This service includes post-placement integration support to ensure successful onboarding and long-term success of placed candidates.

Contingency Search

Our Contingency Search service offers a flexible, success-based recruiting solution designed to efficiently fill professional and technical positions with qualified talent. Organizations benefit from immediate access to our extensive candidate database and network, with payment required only upon successful placement. Our streamlined recruitment process focuses on quick response times and efficient candidate presentation, making it ideal for time-sensitive placements and organizations with variable hiring needs. We handle all aspects of the recruitment process, from initial screening through offer negotiation, while maintaining the flexibility to work alongside other agencies if desired. This results-driven approach ensures we remain highly motivated to identify and secure the right talent for your organization while minimizing your upfront investment.