Executive recruiters help organizations identify and hire senior leaders, including executives, board members, and other high-impact professionals. These roles combine strategic talent acquisition, relationship building, market research, and a strong understanding of business needs. Explore executive recruiter opportunities on Ladders, where listed jobs are vetted and pay $100,000 or more.
Executive recruiters partner with company leaders and hiring teams to define leadership requirements, find qualified candidates, assess experience and fit, and guide candidates and clients through the hiring process. Depending on the role, they may work in-house, at an executive search firm, or as an independent consultant.
Employers commonly seek experience in executive search, recruiting, or senior-level talent acquisition, along with excellent communication, discretion, and relationship management. Research and sourcing skills, knowledge of an industry or function, sound judgment, and the ability to manage complex searches are also valuable. Requirements vary by employer and position.
Executive recruiter titles can include executive search consultant, senior executive recruiter, managing director of executive search, and talent acquisition leader. Professionals may advance into search firm leadership, corporate talent acquisition leadership, or specialized recruiting roles focused on particular industries or executive functions.
Browse executive recruiter openings to compare responsibilities, employers, and compensation details. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced recruiters discover opportunities that align with their background and career goals.
$160K - $200K *
Drive product strategy and execution to create impactful AI-native solutions. Lead a multi-product portfolio, ensuring alignment with market needs and customer value while fostering collaboration acro...
2 weeks ago
Strategic Business Development Executive
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in legal technology by leveraging your extensive sales expertise to acquire new enterprise accounts and exceed revenue targets across the Americas, while collabor...
1 week ago
Transformation Consultant, Professional Services
$74K - $137K *
Lead the charge in transforming workflows with AI, driving adoption and measurable impact in legal, tax, and trade sectors. Collaborate with clients and teams to design, implement, and evaluate innova...
1 week ago
Talent Acquisition Manager/Recruiter, Biotech & Pharma
$83K - $104K *
Engage top talent in the Life Sciences sector, driving R&D and commercial success. Collaborate with leaders to enhance candidate experiences while managing recruitment workflows and sensitive informat...
2 weeks ago
$70K - $95K *
Join a team that's driving business success by building relationships and selling comprehensive HR solutions to small and midsize companies. You'll manage your own pipeline, engage with decision-maker...
Today
$67K - $95K *
Unlock potential by driving sales success through strategic prospecting and consultative selling. Build lasting relationships with clients while managing a diverse portfolio in a dynamic environment f...
6 days ago
$84K - $101K *
Transform business success by driving sales through consultative relationships, managing a diverse pipeline, and leveraging technology to exceed quotas in a dynamic environment focused on companies wi...
1 week ago
$85K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team as a strategic People Business Partner, advising leaders on talent strategy, change management, and employee relations. Drive engagement and organizational growth while fostering a...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive innovative solutions by leveraging data analytics and strategic counsel to enhance client performance. Collaborate with high-performing teams to deliver tailored insights for transformational ev...
2 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive the resolution of complex commercial property losses, managing national accounts and presenting at industry events. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and maintain company integr...
1 week ago
$144K - $230K *
Champion business growth by developing and closing new opportunities in the broker-dealer segment, while managing strategic accounts and building executive relationships to drive value through innovat...
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Director, Executive Engagement
$182K - $215K *
Transform executive engagement by building strategic advisor relationships, designing impactful experiences, and leveraging industry insights to elevate pay governance as a strategic priority for clie...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Build and lead a scalable U.S. service organization for battery energy storage systems, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational excellence throughout the post-sale lifecycle, from commissioning...
2 weeks ago
Director, Talent - Talent Management
$110K - $120K *
Elevate talent management by executing core programs, enhancing employee experience, and driving performance initiatives. Lead cross-functional projects, ensuring accountability and operational contin...
6 days ago
$130K - $180K *
Play a key role in shaping our talent acquisition strategy as you manage all stages of hiring, from sourcing top candidates to enhancing our recruiting processes for efficiency and effectiveness...
3 weeks ago
Managing Consultant - Revenue Integrity - Healthcare
$120K - $165K *
Join a dynamic team as a Managing Consultant, driving innovative solutions in Revenue Integrity. Oversee engagements, enhance client relationships, and lead project teams to optimize financial perform...
2 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in driving complex sales within mid-market organizations, influencing hiring strategies and compliance. Own the full sales cycle, build strong pipelines, and engage with multiple stake...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower growth by driving sales of innovative CRM and iDMS solutions. Engage clients, deliver tailored presentations, and close deals to enhance profitability for automotive dealers while fostering lo...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Accelerate your career by driving revenue growth and managing key accounts in the Western U.S. and Canada. Focus on expanding customer relationships and delivering value through consultative selling w...
2 days ago
$75K - $90K *
Elevate your career by driving growth as an Account Executive, where you'll engage clients, deliver tailored software solutions, and build lasting relationships in the automotive industry. Join us in...
2 days ago
$102K - $147K *
Accelerate client growth and retention by building trust with C-Level executives. Drive value delivery and identify opportunities within a territory of Large Enterprise clients, ensuring sales targets...
5 days ago
$143K - $179K *
Shape and lead client implementations for a cutting-edge trading platform, guiding asset and wealth managers through system configuration and go-live processes while ensuring client satisfaction and p...
3 weeks ago
US Account Manager (SaaS, Higher Ed)
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of higher education by building trusted partnerships with universities. Drive growth and retention through proactive account management, strategic planning, and meaningful in-person e...
1 week ago
Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner (Remote)
$69K - $144K *
Join us to lead full-cycle recruiting for corporate marketing roles, partnering with hiring managers to attract top talent. This role offers growth opportunities in a data-driven environment, focusing...
Today
$88K - $140K *
Shape the future of public service by leading technology consulting projects that enhance operational efficiency and strategic goals for state and local agencies, ensuring compliance and delivering im...
1 week ago
What does an executive recruiter do?
An executive recruiter finds and evaluates candidates for senior leadership positions. They work with employers to understand role requirements, source potential candidates, manage interviews, and support the search through hiring.
Where do executive recruiters work?
Executive recruiters may work for executive search firms, in corporate talent acquisition teams, or independently as consultants. Their clients and specialties vary by industry, company size, and leadership function.
What qualifications are helpful for executive recruiter jobs?
Relevant recruiting or executive search experience is often valuable. Employers may also look for strong communication, discretion, candidate research and sourcing skills, relationship management, and knowledge of a specific industry or function.
How can I find executive recruiter jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Search Ladders for executive recruiter and related executive search roles. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each posting for its specific compensation and requirements.
What career paths can executive recruiters pursue?
Executive recruiters can advance to senior search consultant or managing director roles, lead executive search practices, move into corporate talent acquisition leadership, or specialize in recruiting for a particular industry or executive function.