Director of Recruitment Jobs

Explore Director of Recruitment opportunities that match your experience leading talent acquisition, recruiting operations, and hiring strategy. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced recruiting leaders discover roles where they can shape how organizations attract and hire talent.

What Does a Director of Recruitment Do?

A Director of Recruitment oversees an organization’s recruiting function, from workforce planning and sourcing strategy to candidate experience and hiring outcomes. The role typically involves guiding recruiters and talent acquisition teams, partnering with executives and department leaders, and using hiring data to improve the quality, speed, and efficiency of recruitment.

Common Responsibilities

  • Develop recruiting strategies aligned with business priorities and workforce plans.
  • Lead, coach, and grow recruiting teams and managers.
  • Build effective sourcing, assessment, and candidate-engagement practices.
  • Partner with senior leaders and hiring managers on talent needs.
  • Track recruiting metrics, budgets, and service levels to guide improvements.
  • Support employer branding, diversity initiatives, and consistent hiring processes.

Qualifications and Skills

Employers often seek substantial experience in talent acquisition or recruiting leadership, along with a record of building teams and delivering hiring results. Useful strengths include strategic workforce planning, executive communication, negotiation, data analysis, employment-process knowledge, and the ability to lead change across an organization. Requirements vary by company, industry, and role scope.

Find Your Next Recruitment Leadership Role

Browse Director of Recruitment jobs on Ladders to find senior opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by responsibilities, industry, and location, then focus your search on positions that align with your leadership experience and career goals.

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$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by leading executive searches for city managers. Collaborate with municipal leaders to identify top talent, manage the recruitment process, and ensure alignment with community pr...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping People & Culture strategy for Houston, driving HR initiatives across Texas. Build relationships with clinical leaders, manage employee relations, and enhance workplace cultu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Elevate our recruiting efforts by managing full-cycle hiring across diverse teams. Collaborate with leadership to define roles, enhance candidate experience, and refine processes as we scale in a fast...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $93K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$287K - $310K *

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$208K - $250K *

Deliver exceptional patient care while leading clinic operations and quality improvements. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance clinical outcomes and foster a professional environment, ensurin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$208K - $250K *

Empower your career by blending patient care with leadership in a dynamic clinic environment. Drive quality improvements and collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient experiences and optimi...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$208K - $250K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$208K - $250K *

Lead patient care and clinic operations, enhancing quality and collaboration while managing staff and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic healthcare environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $129K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $280K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join our team as a Senior Recruiter, driving full-cycle recruitment and strategic talent initiatives in the aerospace sector. Collaborate with engineering and leadership to build high-performing teams...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $225K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$104K - $201K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate the marketing services function by leading a multidisciplinary team, developing brand strategy, and optimizing digital channels. Drive high-quality execution across creative, web, and marketin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $130K *

Drive community engagement by managing digital resources and support for educators. Oversee outreach programs, content channels, and strategic growth initiatives to enhance user experience and foster...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Recruitment do?question toggle

    A Director of Recruitment leads an organization’s recruiting function, sets talent acquisition strategy, manages recruiting teams, and partners with business leaders to meet hiring needs.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director of Recruitment jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for significant recruiting or talent acquisition experience, people-management ability, strategic workforce planning skills, and a strong record of delivering hiring outcomes. Specific requirements vary by employer.

  • How much do Director of Recruitment jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as location, industry, company size, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Director of Recruitment jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    You can explore vetted Director of Recruitment opportunities on Ladders, which features professional jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more.