Arbutus Search

Arbutus Search is a Vancouver-based recruitment and search services company founded by Joel Peterson, dedicated to identifying and placing candidates with distinct skills, experiences, and perspectives to support clients' growing and innovative teams. The company specialises in retained and exclusive search, candidate pipeline building, and monthly retainer services, delivering a personalised experience for both candidates and clients throughout the recruitment process. Arbutus Search operates across multiple core sectors including engineering and construction, manufacturing and operations, corporate and administration, and accounting and finance. The company has built a strong reputation for rigorous candidate screening, clear communication, and deep organisational culture assessment to ensure optimal candidate fit. Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Arbutus Search distinguishes itself through its commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in recruiting, including an annual donation of £20,000 to support IBPOC students at The University of British Columbia. Clients consistently praise the company's level of involvement from initial search through post-placement support, as well as its sincere devotion to candidate experience and thorough understanding of client needs.