Caring. People. Fit.

For 25 years, Priority has been focused on matching the right candidates with the right employers, and facilitating the best fit for everyone involved. The care and commitment we offer every one of our clients and candidates has always been at the core of who we are. Whether you are an organization looking for help or a candidate seeking the right fit, let us help you find the perfect match.

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“The results were so much better than I could have done myself, it is like having a partner, they get it, they understand.”

Betty Daniels, Executive Director, Meals on Wheels

“Everyone I have dealt with at Priority is both approachable and professional. I think for employers who have never used a recruitment firm before it helps to take away the mystique of a head hunter.”

Alissa Lee, Executive Director, Stan Cassidy Foundation

“The process itself was really good, I’m glad we used a head hunter. There was good support and confidence of having someone else do the leg work. I just didn’t have the time. It was a neutral party. We were always informed and felt part of the process. It was ideal to have a third party. “

Gaye Cail, former Executive Director, CANB

“It’s always been a 10/10 experience, above average. The people are standout, the organization has always helped NBREA with our recruitment.”

Jamie Ryan, CEO, NBREA

“Priority is local and they understand the East Coast market. Priority knows our organization inside and out, and understands our culture. We trust them and that’s why we go back time after time.”

Laura Acton, HR, Enbridge Gas New Brunswick

Meet the team.

Kristen Vautour

As Manager of Success, Kristen is responsible for recruitment, content creation, social media curation, and supporting her colleagues in any capacity needed. She loves working with the close-knit and collaborative team at Priority who are always willing and able to share ideas. Whether it’s jumping in to help or bouncing concepts off of one another, the team is what truly motivates Kristen.

A Communications major from Carleton University, Kristen feels at home in the field of recruitment, and is particularly adept at coordinating with not for profits, associations, and boards. When not at the office, she loves to downhill ski, travel, and hike with her husband, Curtis and Golden Retriever, Sammy.
Feel free to contact Kristen at kristen@findingtherightfit.ca

Laura Eliaba

Laura works as Senior Recruiter at Priority, working with both clients and candidates to develop a true understanding of their wants and needs, in order to facilitate the best possible match for all involved.

Laura began working in recruiting while living overseas in New Zealand, and upon her return to New Brunswick was fortunate enough to apply to Priority when the time was right. She’s been with the team for over a decade now and loves to work collaboratively with other members of the team to ensure they are offering clients and candidates their best everyday. Laura feels very lucky to work for Wendy, who she respects and admires.

A graduate of Business Administration from Mount Saint Vincent in Halifax, she is very proud to have completed the Effective Personal Leadership program through LMI Canada with Kathy Watt and Amy Parrill last year. Laura lives in Fredericton with her husband and two children. She enjoys spending as much time as possible with her family and friends -- and if it includes live music and world travel, all the better!
Feel free to contact Laura at laura@findingtherightfit.ca

Janice Corey

As Manager of Special Projects & Strategic Implementation, Janice is in charge of encouraging the team as they implement the strategic plan and keeping them on track while problem solving any changes or adjustments that may come up. She also works with the financing and accounting department in order to help manage the budget and supporting the President & CEO in meeting her strategic goals of growth and financial health of the organization.

A member of the team since early 2017, she was attracted to Priority due to the culture and team environment. The values of the organization aligned with her own personal and professional ones which has made this a good fit. She loves the genuine laughter between team members along with the positive way they work together to achieve their goals.

An alumni of University of New Brunswick, Janice grew up in Nackawic, NB. Outside of the office, she enjoys gourmet Vegan cooking with wine pairings, and is addicted to refinishing furniture. One of her favourite quotes is from John O’Donohue’s Anam Cara: A Book of Celtic Wisdom: “One of the tasks of true friendship is to listen compassionately and creatively to the hidden silences. Often secrets are not revealed in words, they lie concealed in the silence between the words or in the depth of what is unsayable between two people.”
Feel free to contact Janice at janice@findingtherightfit.ca

Melissa Sargeson

Working as a Recruitment Specialist for Priority, Melissa is an expert in recruiting and performance management, while also greeting clients and making them feel as welcomed as possible. She has been with the team since early 2017, and most enjoys the wonderful team that she has the pleasure of working with.

Melissa’s Priority story is one of beautiful happenstance -- a job posting was listed by accident, and she happened to apply before it was taken down. Impressed with her skillset, they offered her a temporary position, and then after a few weeks decided they couldn’t let her go!

A graduate of Atlantic Business College, Melissa loves going to the beach, and is passionate about beach combing and sea glass hunting.
Feel free to contact Melissa at melissa@findingtherightfit.ca

Wendy Southworth

Wendy is President, CEO, full-time Executive Recruiter and Visionary with Priority. She leads a team of dedicated recruiters to organizational excellence, and oversees operations management and change management.

Wendy has been an active volunteer and noted member of the business community, serving as a volunteer and on the board of various organizations, including Ignite Fredericton/Knowledge Park, the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce, the Fredericton Executive Association, and the Women in Business Network, as well as having worked closely with the Canadian Diabetes Association, Ability New Brunswick, and 100 Women Who Care Fredericton. In 2013 Wendy joined the distinguished Atlantic Chapter of Women President’s Organization (WPO) and in 2016 became a founding member of the New Brunswick Atlantic II Chapter of WPO. Wendy is married to her life partner of 24 years, Andrew and has one daughter, Jessica. Jessica and her husband Rob, have a beautiful three-year-old daughter and newborn son. Wendy thoroughly enjoys her newest title of MeeMaw to her grandchildren, Brooke and Klay. Wendy and Andrew live on a woodlot in rural New Brunswick, just outside of Fredericton, with their dog Benson. They enjoy outdoor activities such as camping, golfing, kayaking, four wheeling and snowmobiling.
Feel free to contact Wendy at wendy@findingtherightfit.ca

Shauna Stillman

A valued member of the Priority team since 2009, Shauna works mainly in the domain of payroll, bookkeeping, and database management. A graduate of the University of New Brunswick with a degree in Business Administration, she began in a temporary role. She enjoyed her time so much and was such a great fit with the team, that she was offered a permanent position.

Shauna’s favourite things about Priority are the team, who have such great rapport when working together, as well as her fearless leader, Wendy. She feels it’s truly a privilege to work somewhere that she looks forward to coming in each and every day!

Outside of work, Shauna enjoys reading, watching movies, and going on camping adventures with her loving family.

Feel free to contact Shauna at admin@findingtherightfit.ca

Jerri McCallum

Jerri works as Recruiter & Manager of Community Engagement and brings more than 15 years' experience in non-profit, employment, career and community-related services. Subsequent to her work as the Employment Counselor for military families at Base Gagetown and intensive coursework through PETL in Career Development, she is currently pursuing certification as a Career Practitioner in New Brunswick.

Jerri is a linguiphile (lover of languages!) and after spending a year abroad learning Swedish, she added both French and Spanish upon completing her Bachelor of Arts from St. Thomas University. She is likewise a visual communicator and holds a NBCC diploma in Graphic Arts.

Community involvement is a significant part of Jerri's career. In 2016, she was recognized as a Volunteer Catalyst by Volunteer Greater Fredericton through her work with Diabetes Canada and has also been presented a Paul Harris Fellow by Rotary International. In addition, she has held leadership roles with the NB Career Development Association and the Oromocto & Area Chamber of Commerce.

Jerri's other interests involve anything that get her outside. She currently serves as President of the Outdoor Enthusiasts of Fredericton and is enthusiastically training to complete her fifth full marathon.
Feel free to contact Jerri at jerri@findingtherightfit.ca.

Professional Recruitment

At Priority, we pride ourselves on delivering customized, top-tier recruitment solutions for all of our clients. Our goal is to form true partnerships in order to ensure we find the right talent, skills, and fit for your organization.

Our extensive search and assessment tactics ensure that you will meet a diverse set of candidates who have been rigorously evaluated, no matter your recruitment needs.

We make it our top priority to learn about your organization in order to evaluate candidates extensively and ensure the right fit for every search. Additionally, we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee on all of our placements.

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Career Transition Services

We know that The Right Fit can have a variety of meanings depending on the life cycle of your business. Sometimes finding that balance can mean reorganizing teams and departments or even downsizing larger components of your organization. These decisions can be challenging for all parties involved, especially those impacted by such adjustments. Priority’s Career Transition services are an effective way to reduce the stress and turmoil surrounding team and organizational change.

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Temporary Staffing

Need quality people in a hurry? We have cultivated a diverse network of qualified candidates which allows us to meet your temporary and contract staffing needs quickly and efficiently. Best of all, temporary employees remain on Priority’s payroll system, so you can have the people you need as quickly and efficiently as possible.

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Join our Network

Priority provides a supportive and confidential environment for job seekers who are currently between positions, underemployed, or just looking for their perfect match.

Operating in Atlantic Canada for 25 years, we have long-standing relationships with clients from all industries who rely on us to fill permanent and temporary positions, from senior and executive management to entry-level administration.

Many of these positions are filled internally before they are ever publicly posted. When you work with us, you expand your network by capitalizing on ours.

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Consulting

While Priority specializes in recruitment solutions, we also offer a host of HR Consulting services through our internal team. Over the years, we have established a connected and professional group of individuals and businesses to help our clients in many different areas.

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Job Opportunities

Looking for a new career? Take a look at some of the positions we currently have available. Whether long-term or flexible, we always have a variety of interesting roles available for the right candidate. Our opportunities are constantly changing, so be sure to check back often.

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