We match aspiring people with inspiring places to work

Because we believe that where you work should be a reflection of your Ikigai.

Align Collective is a boutique recruitment agency focused on supporting the growth of Urban Planning, Architecture, and Design firms. 

We exist to support your team in hiring, managing, and retaining top employees. Our mission is to fill in the HR gaps you have by offering a range of services including recruitment, interview coaching, employee reviews, and more.

Woman walking down a wooden staircase while talking on a phone.
Abstract geometric pattern with overlapping circles and squares on a black background.
Modern architectural interior with wooden panels and skylight

We offer tailored recruitment support that scales with your business.

Whether you're hiring for a niche role or building out a growing team, we offer everything from one-off placements to ongoing fractional support designed to meet you where you are.

Downtown city street with tall buildings at dusk, empty road with tram tracks, and lit storefronts.
Calgary skyline at sunset with modern skyscrapers and trees in the foreground.
Geometric design with overlapping circles and rectangles on black background

  • KISS logo with letters "K" and "I" on top, "S" and "S" at the bottom in a square arrangement.
  • Town of Canmore logo with stylized mountain graphic in blue and green.
  • Logo of folks+morris with stylized text
  • Silhouette of a woman in a yoga tree pose with brushstroke design
  • Classic arcade-style maze with a small sprite character moving on a black background.
  • Logo of Crystal Creek Homes with stepping stones graphic.
  • Yellow house-shaped logo with the words "small housing" in black text.
  • Logo of City of Leduc with red and blue stylized shapes
  • Logo for Andison Residential Design with geometric shapes on the left and text on the right.

WHY WORK WITH US

Align Collective is rooted in the philosophy that there’s an intentional alignment that happens when you make bold moves towards your dreams. It’s not chance—it’s a purposeful shift that transforms your career and ultimately, your life. You have the power to create this change, and we have the skills to help you get there.

What PEOPLE are saying

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AMBER
SEPTEMBER 2023
AMBER
SEPTEMBER 2023

“Brittany was fantastic to work with. She went above and beyond to connect me with employers. Her contacts and relationships with industry is unmatched.”

SEPTEMBER 2023
STEPHANIE
MARCH 2023
STEPHANIE
MARCH 2023

“Brittany was an amazing liaison. She provided organized and timely communication regarding updates, check-ins and preparation for opportunities without any pressure. She understands both what the candidate and client is looking for. 10/10 recommend.”

MARCH 2023
JASMIN
OCTOBER 2023
JASMIN
OCTOBER 2023

“Brittany was very attentive and resourceful throughout the whole process. Although my first interview with a different company didn’t go so well, she was still encouraging and helped me land a position in a much better fitting company.”

OCTOBER 2023
BRAEDON
MARCH 2023
BRAEDON
MARCH 2023

“Brittany is a fantastic recruiter and was very active in communication, transparency and planning. She was instrumental with me in finding a great fit for an employer. She kept in mind my career goals, salary expectations and nuances in what I value in an employer. I would recommend anyone to Brittany. Fantastic all around.”

MARCH 2023
JANNA
FEBRUARY 2024
JANNA
FEBRUARY 2024

“Brittany was so helpful throughout the process and set me up for success. I wasn’t initially looking to get back into the planning field at this time; however she reached out about the perfect position for me and I couldn’t turn down living in my dream location!”

FEBRUARY 2024

Stop spending your valuable time on things others can do for you, so you can focus on what made you a great business owner in the first place.