Success Academy Charter Schools

Leadership Recruiter

Success Academy Charter Schools$150K — $200K *
Staffing
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including 4 years in leadership or executive search.
  • Experience in executive search firms is preferred.
  • Skilled in using executive sourcing and market mapping platforms.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills for executive-level interactions.
  • Ability to serve as a Strategic Talent Advisor to senior leadership.
  • Commitment to high-quality work and continuous improvement.
  • Expertise in using data-driven strategies for headhunting.

Responsibilities

  • Lead full-cycle recruiting for Senior Management and Director-level positions.
  • Work with the Executive Leadership Team to identify leadership competencies.
  • Proactively identify and engage high-potential leadership candidates.
  • Ensure a top-notch executive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
  • Provide insights on market trends and executive compensation to senior leaders.
  • Act as a brand ambassador for Success Academy's mission and culture.
  • Continuously refine search processes for quality and efficiency.

Benefits

  • Full benefits program.
  • Opportunities for professional growth.
Full Job Description
About the Role

Success Academy is seeking a Leadership Recruiter with a strong background in leadership and/or executive search to lead the recruitment of high-impact leadership talent. Reporting to our Corporate TA Leader, you will own the end-to-end "hunt"-sourcing, engaging, and landing top-tier leaders who possess the grit and vision to drive our dual mission of academic excellence and advocacy. You will serve as a strategic consultant to our senior leadership team, acting as a master of the market, a persuasive storyteller, and a relentless pursuer of excellence.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead full-cycle executive recruiting for Senior Management and Director-level roles, managing the end-to-end process from initial research and sourcing to offer negotiation and closing.
  • Partner with the Executive Leadership Team to define leadership competencies and develop data-driven strategies to attract top-tier executive talent.
  • Proactively identify and engage high-potential leaders through direct headhunting, market mapping, and specialized executive search techniques.
  • Manage the executive candidate experience to ensure a tailored, confidential, and professional journey that reflects the organization's high standards.
  • Advise senior leaders as a trusted talent partner, providing deep insights on market trends, competitive intelligence, and executive compensation.
  • Serve as a brand ambassador to communicate Success Academy's unique mission and high-performance culture to leaders across diverse sectors.
  • Refine complex search processes continually to ensure adherence to exceptionally high standards for quality, efficiency, and scalability.

Qualifications
  • 8+ years of successful full-cycle recruiting, with at least 4 years specializing in leadership recruitment and/or executive search.
  • Prior experience in executive search firms is a plus.
  • Proficiency with specialized executive sourcing/market mapping platforms.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills suited for executive-level engagement and high-stakes negotiations.
  • Proven ability to function as a Strategic Talent Advisor to senior leadership.
  • Exceptionally high standards for work quality and a reflex for continuous improvement.
  • Expertise in leveraging data and competitive intelligence to develop customized headhunting strategies.

Competencies
  • Collaboration: Works effectively with the Executive Leadership Team to understand organizational needs and achieve shared hiring goals.
  • Results-Driven: Consistently achieves objectives and delivers high-quality leadership placements within established timelines.
  • Adaptability: Thoughtfully navigates sensitive, high-stakes negotiations and adjusts to changing organizational needs.


Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. This position is not bonus eligible.

Compensation Range

$150,000-$200,000 USD

Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.

About Success Academy Charter Schools

Success Academy Charter Schools is a network of 47 free, public charter schools serving 20,000 students in grades K-12 across New York City. Success Academy was founded in 2006 by Eva Moskowitz, a former New York City Council member. Success Academy schools are known for their rigorous academic curriculum, high standards, and emphasis on character development. Success Academy has been recognized for its success in closing the achievement gap and providing high-quality education to students from low-income families. Success Academy is headquartered in New York City and has schools located throughout the city.
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