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.
Senior Account Executive, LE/GE, GTS
$132K - $170K *
Unlock client growth opportunities through strategic relationships, driving value in a fast-paced B2B sales environment. Collaborate with C-Level Executives across diverse sectors to ensure client sat...
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$101K - $140K *
Join a dynamic team to drive client growth and retention by building trust-based relationships with C-Level Executives, ensuring they maximize value from services while identifying new opportunities f...
2 weeks ago
$70K - $154K *
Join a dynamic team as you drive talent acquisition efforts, collaborating with hiring managers to identify needs, source candidates, and enhance the recruitment process while ensuring a positive cand...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Research Solutions Engineering
$82K - $87K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing research through technology. Lead and mentor a talented group of professionals in delivering high-performance computing solutions that support innovative rese...
3 weeks ago
$77K - $116K *
Help us conduct compensation analyses and design total compensation programs, ensuring high-quality client experiences through data-driven insights and collaborative solutions in a dynamic, remote env...
5 days ago
Account Executive - Enterprise SaaS | Workday, SAP & Coupa
$125K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to drive enterprise sales within the Workday, SAP, or Coupa ecosystems. Leverage your relationships and expertise to navigate complex sales cycles, engage C-suite executives, and a...
1 week ago
Head of Talent Acquisition & Culture
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in optimizing talent acquisition strategies and shaping people operations. Drive global recruiting efforts and elevate systems to nurture a remote, contractor-focused organization for...
Reposted 3 days ago
$138K - $207K *
Drive revenue growth by managing key partner relationships and developing strategic business plans. Collaborate with sales teams to identify opportunities and deliver tailored solutions, ensuring cust...
Reposted 2 days ago
$192K - $336K *
Champion multiple Expert Service engagements, ensuring timely, budget-friendly delivery while driving effective decision-making and risk management. Lead and mentor teams, aligning project objectives...
2 weeks ago
Commercial Account Executive, Truven
$226K - $340K *
Drive growth through client acquisition in the employer segment, leading end-to-end sales cycles and forming key relationships. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless transitions and leverage ind...
1 month ago
$65K - $112K *
Lead the charge in managing complex client relationships, employing data-driven strategies for enhanced service delivery, retention, and performance improvement while mentoring team members and coordi...
3 weeks ago
Managing Consultant - Coding and Middle Revenue Cycle - Healthcare
$120K - $165K *
Lead transformative consulting engagements to enhance healthcare coding and middle revenue cycle processes, driving operational efficiency, compliance, and financial performance across diverse project...
3 weeks ago
Senior Retirement Advisor Relations Consultant - Business Development
$91K - $105K *
Elevate your career by driving strategic relationships with institutional consultants and advisors. Leverage market insights to enhance retirement and Stable Value investment solutions, ensuring succe...
1 week ago
Associate District Sales Manager | Lyric HCM
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving growth in enterprise sales for cloud-based HR solutions. Collaborate with internal partners to exceed revenue goals while fostering strong client relationships...
1 week ago
Growth Executive - North America
$120K - $160K *
Elevate business growth by driving strategic sales initiatives across key sectors. Leverage your network to build relationships and develop tailored solutions, while collaborating with partners to enh...
2 weeks ago
Associate Director, Client Media Solutions
$95K - $120K *
Accelerate progress at the intersection of media and healthcare by leading integrated planning and strategy for pharmaceutical clients. Drive impactful engagement initiatives while mentoring a talente...
Today
$115K - $140K *
Join us to drive revenue growth by engaging senior finance leaders, executing full-cycle sales, and delivering tailored software solutions that address financial challenges and enhance operational eff...
Yesterday
$81K - $130K *
Support compliance initiatives by interpreting employment laws, drafting policies, and conducting audits. Collaborate with HR and legal teams to ensure adherence to regulations while fostering a cultu...
1 week ago
Director, Corporate Sales - Consulting
$170K - $230K *
Accelerate growth by leading a high-performing sales team in the Professional Services & Consulting sector. Drive strategy, performance, and revenue while fostering a culture of collaboration and exce...
1 week ago
$90K - $135K *
Join a team that's shaping innovative EPM solutions. Utilize your expertise to implement planning and performance management tools integrated with NetSuite, driving successful project outcomes through...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Manager, Service & Operations Training
$100K - $120K *
Unlock the potential of enterprise learning by leading a dynamic training function. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement effective onboarding and development programs that a...
Reposted 1 week ago
Director, Account Management, Corporate
$167K - $193K *
Drive customer success by leading a team of Account Managers to exceed retention targets and foster growth opportunities. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure client value and improve produ...
4 weeks ago
Senior Account Executive, Existing Business - Financial Services
$143K - $197K *
Drive growth by managing existing client relationships in the Financial Services sector. Leverage your B2B SaaS sales expertise to upsell and expand market presence, contributing significantly to the...
1 week ago
Senior Employee Relations Partner
$110K - $135K *
Collaborate with leaders to manage employee relations and complex investigations, providing expert guidance and risk assessments in a dynamic, regulated environment. Drive best practices and support w...
3 days ago
Senior Director, Business Development
$161K - $367K *
Join a team that's driving sales growth by developing tailored strategies and nurturing key client relationships. This role balances new client acquisition with expanding existing accounts, leveraging...
2 weeks 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.