Joanna Winter
About Joanna Winter
Joanna Winter is an Executive Recruiter and Director of Associates at Spencer Stuart in Canada, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in law and extensive experience in recruiting senior executives across various sectors.
Work at Spencer Stuart
Joanna Winter currently serves as the Executive Recruiter and Director of Associates for Canada at Spencer Stuart, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on recruiting senior executives across various sectors, including professional services, real estate, and technology. Prior to her current role, she worked at Spencer Stuart as an Executive Recruiter from 2018 to 2019 and as Director of Research & Associates from 2019 to 2021. Her extensive experience in executive search enhances her ability to identify and attract top talent for senior management roles.
Education and Expertise
Joanna Winter holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from York University - Osgoode Hall Law School, where she studied from 1999 to 2002. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Huron University, completing her studies there from 1995 to 1998. Her educational background in law and philosophy contributes to her analytical skills and understanding of complex business environments. Additionally, she is a member of The Law Society of Upper Canada, having been called to the Ontario Bar.
Background
Joanna Winter began her career as a lawyer at one of Canada’s leading business law firms, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP, where she worked as an Associate from 2003 to 2005. Following her legal career, she transitioned to executive recruitment, serving as Principal at The Bedford Consulting Group Inc. for ten years, from 2005 to 2015. This diverse background in law and consulting has equipped her with a unique perspective on the needs of organizations in various sectors.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Joanna Winter has built a reputation for her expertise in executive search assignments, particularly in general management, operations, legal, human resources, finance, and technology roles. Her ability to navigate the complexities of these sectors has allowed her to successfully recruit senior executives for various organizations. Her work has contributed to the development of strong leadership teams within the companies she has served.