Position OverviewAs an Executive Recruiting Manager within PNC's Talent Aquisition and Outreach organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA; Cleveland, OH; Downers Grove, IL; Atlanta, GA; East Brunswick, NJ.
The Executive Recruiting Manager will shape and advance executive talent strategy, partnering with senior leaders to anticipate critical talent needs and deliver exceptional executive talent outcomes. This leader will serve as a trusted advisor, bringing external market intelligence, sound judgment, and a strategic perspective to executive hiring and talent decisions. The role will provide leadership across complex executive searches, proactive talent pipeline development, executive search firm strategy and governance.
Leveraging data and business insights, this leader will help inform priorities, optimize resources, and ensure executive recruiting practices deliver quality, efficiency, and an exceptional candidate and stakeholder experience. The ideal leader brings sound judgment, a solutions-focused mindset, and the composure to lead through change and competing demands.
Preferred skills and experience
· Experience leading executive recruiting and advising senior executives in a complex organization
· Deep expertise in executive search, talent mapping, market intelligence, and proactive pipeline development
· Proven ability to build trusted relationships and influence executive-level talent decisions
· Experience leading and developing experienced recruiting professionals
· Strong business acumen, including executive search firm strategy, governance, and contract negotiation
· Demonstrated ability to use data and insights to inform strategy, priorities, and executive decision-making
PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.
PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.
Job Description- Manages a team of recruiters who identify, recruit, select and place qualified candidates in one or more business units and for roles of all levels of complexity. Develops and implements strategic recruitment and employment programs.
- Manages the day-to-day execution of the Talent Acquisition function. Identifies continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives to improve and streamline processes and the candidate experience. Participates in cross functional project teams as assigned.
- Develops and leads high-performing recruiters through the application of PNC's leadership standards and the management of key performance metrics, policies and procedures.
- Leads the consultation with business partners and team members on recruiting strategies for specific roles. Uses data while partnering with business and HR management to ensure the timely understanding of current and future workforce needs while implementing improvements to staffing processes, including sourcing and selection.
- Implements recruiting best and standard practices including the utilization of new and emerging technologies. Coaches others on the selection and usage of recruiting tools.
PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:
- Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
- Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
PNC also has fundamental expectations of our people managers. As a manager of talent in PNC, you will be expected to:
- Include Intentionally - Cultivates diverse teams and inclusive workplaces to expand thinking.
- Live the Values - Role models our values with transparency and courage.
- Enable Change - Takes action to drive change and innovation that will transform our business.
- Achieve Results - Takes personal ownership to deliver results. Empowers and trusts others in decision making.
- Develop the Best - Raises the bar with every talent decision and guides the achievement of all employees and customers.
QualificationsSuccessful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.
Preferred SkillsApplicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Candidate Relationship Management, Candidate Tracking, Human Resources (HR), Leadership, Mentorship, Onboarding, Recruiting, Relationship Management, Strategic Planning
CompetenciesBusiness Acumen, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, HR: Trends and Direction, HR Planning And Development, Human Resources Consulting, Human Resources Policies, Strategies And Environment, Influencing, Planning: Tactical, Strategic, Staffing, Hiring, Selection, Workforce Analytics, Workforce Diversity Management
Work ExperienceRoles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. At least 3 years of prior management experience is typically required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.
EducationBachelors
CertificationsNo Required Certification(s)
LicensesNo Required License(s)
Language Assessments
No Required or Preferred Language Assessments
Pay TransparencyBase Salary: $50,000.00 – $157,300.00
Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.
Application WindowGenerally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 11/13/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.
BenefitsPNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.
In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.
To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.
