Executive Recruiter

Crusoe

$255K — $280K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of executive search experience, with 4+ years in technology sectors.
  • Proven success placing C-suite and VP-level executives at high-growth companies.
  • Deep understanding of tech markets including data centers, AI/ML, and cloud infrastructure.
  • Extensive network of executive talent in relevant industries.
  • Experience with venture-backed or private equity-backed startups.

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end executive search processes for high-level positions.
  • Develop comprehensive search strategies for critical leadership roles.
  • Partner with founders and executives to define role requirements.
  • Leverage existing networks to expand candidate sourcing.
  • Build relationships with executive talent through networking events.
  • Manage complex interview processes with multiple stakeholders.
  • Ensure high-touch candidate experience reflective of company values.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and equity packages.
  • Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance.
  • Paid time off and holiday leave programs.
  • Paid parental leave and life insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) with company match up to 4% of salary.
  • Professional development and tuition reimbursement.
  • Mental health and wellness support.
Full Job Description
About the Role:

Reporting to the VP of Talent, we are looking for a seasoned Executive Recruiter who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments and has a proven track record of attracting world-class executive talent across a variety of roles in technology companies. You will be instrumental in building our leadership team as we scale from an innovative pioneer to a market leader.

This is a pivotal opportunity to help shape the leadership team of Crusoe, which is still in a building phase.

Note: This position requires presence in our San Francisco office location 5 days per week.

What You'll Be Working On:
  • Lead Search Processes: Own end-to-end executive search processes for C-suite, VP, and Senior Director-level positions across all business functions.
  • Strategy Development: Develop and execute comprehensive search strategies for critical leadership roles including Engineering, Product, Sales, Marketing, DIG, Operations, and Finance.
  • Stakeholder Partnership: Partner closely with founders, board members, and existing executives to define role requirements and ideal candidate profiles.
  • Network Utilization: Leverage and expand extensive candidate networks within the cloud computing, data center, and AI industries.
  • Relationship Building: Proactively build trust and relationships with top-tier executive talent through industry events, conferences, and strategic networking.
  • Process Management: Manage sophisticated interview processes involving multiple senior stakeholders and rigorous assessment methodologies, and complicated schedules..
  • Candidate Experience: Ensure an exceptional, high-touch candidate experience that reflects Crusoe's values and competitive positioning.
  • Value Proposition: Craft and deliver compelling narrative value propositions for executive candidates considering high-growth infrastructure and startup opportunities.


What You'll Bring to the Team:
  • Experience: 10+ years of executive search experience, with at least 4 years focused specifically on technology companies.
  • Track Record: Proven history of successfully placing C-suite and VP-level executives at high-growth technology or infrastructure companies.
  • Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of tech markets such as data centers, GPUs, AI/ML, cloud infrastructure, or related hardware/software technologies.
  • Network: Extensive existing network of relationships with executive talent in relevant technology and infrastructure industries.
  • Startup Acumen: Experience working with venture-backed or private equity-backed startups and a strong understanding of high-growth startup dynamics.

Bonus Points
  • Previous experience at top-tier executive search firms (e.g., Daversa, Russell Reynolds, Korn Ferry, Heidrick & Struggles).
  • In-house executive recruiting experience at high-growth technology companies.
  • Familiarity with cloud computing, AI infrastructure, climate tech, or energy sectors.
  • Experience recruiting for companies scaling rapidly through growth phases (Series A through IPO).
  • Established relationships with technology executives, particularly in Silicon Valley and other major tech hubs.
  • A proven track record of recruiting diverse executive talent and building inclusive leadership teams.


Benefits:
  • Competitive compensation and equity packages
  • Restricted Stock Units
  • Paid time off, paid holidays & leave of absence programs
  • Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
  • Employer contributions to HSA account
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
  • Professional development & tuition reimbursement
  • Mental health & wellness support
  • Commuter benefits (parking & transit)
  • Cell phone stipend
  • 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary
  • Volunteer time off
  • Global travel insurance & emergency assistance
  • Daily meals allowance
  • Additional perks & programs specific to location

Compensation Range

Compensation will be paid in the range of up to $255,000 - $280,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicant's knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

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