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.
$91K - $138K *
Drive your career with a high-performing team focused on complex sales cycles, strategic partnerships, and delivering innovative solutions for mid-market law firms. Here, your expertise will transform...
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Talent Acquisition Partner (WMP)
$75K - $95K *
Transform talent acquisition by engaging with diverse candidates while managing full-cycle recruiting for digital roles, enhancing candidate experience, and collaborating across portfolio companies in...
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Senior Healthcare Recruiter (Limited Term)
$100K - $150K *
Drive the recruitment strategy by providing expert counsel and planning to attract qualified candidates, ensuring alignment with organizational goals in a dynamic, high-volume environment...
Yesterday
Vice President - Analyst & Advisor Relations
$175K - $210K *
Join a dynamic team to lead U.S. Analyst & Advisor Relations, enhancing market positioning and driving strategic relationships in healthcare and AI. Leverage deep industry expertise to influence perce...
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$90K - $100K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Talent Acquisition Sourcing Team, where you'll engage top talent, collaborate with hiring leaders, and leverage innovative tools to drive recruitment success in a...
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Strategic Financial Analyst - Corporate Strategy & Development
$128K - $170K *
Empower executive leadership with strategic financial insights to drive growth initiatives. Collaborate on M&A, pricing, and R&D investments while delivering actionable recommendations in a fast-paced...
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Join a dynamic team as you collaborate with Wealth Advisors to deliver personalized financial planning and investment strategies, enhancing client relationships and driving success in wealth managemen...
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D&T Sr Project Management Consultant - Talent Community
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Elevate your project management career by leading a strategic platform within investor client coverage, enhancing client engagement and driving technology integration across CBRE's commercial real est...
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Senior Enterprise Account Executive
$125K - $150K *
Grow your career with a leading payroll solution provider, driving enterprise sales and developing client relationships in large organizations while managing complex sales cycles and achieving signifi...
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Outsourced Accounting & Advisory Services Supervisor
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Inspire growth by supervising cloud-based accounting engagements, collaborating with clients and team members to ensure accuracy and quality in financial reporting while mentoring staff in a dynamic e...
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Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team of actuaries focused on managing and optimizing defined benefit pension plans, ensuring compliance, and delivering accurate valuations in a fully remote envi...
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Account Executive (Enterprise Legal Management)
$125K - $150K *
Drive enterprise sales growth by leading complex sales cycles in Fortune 500 legal departments. Close multi-million dollar deals while orchestrating solutions and services to replace fragmented legal...
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$306K - $490K *
Lead the charge in HubSpot's growth strategy, harnessing AI and emerging channels to drive demand and visibility. Engage deeply with cross-functional teams to transform insights into opportunities, fo...
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Named Account Executive, Higher Education
$141K - $189K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving growth and building trusted relationships with strategic customers. Leverage your expertise to develop opportunities and enhance customer satisfaction while exe...
3 days ago
Intranet Account Executive - Remote
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by driving sales of innovative Employee Comms solutions. Collaborate with partners and peers to enhance customer engagement and revenue growth while showcasing your expertise in...
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Workforce Compliance & Ethics Consultant
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Unlock potential by providing expert guidance on compliance and ethics, addressing sensitive workforce issues, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance organizational risk management and policy...
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Sales Manager - Thixo Die Casting Line
$95K - $135K *
Champion growth by leading nationwide sales for innovative thixomolding technology. Drive new business, cultivate relationships, and manage the sales cycle to achieve ambitious revenue targets with a...
Reposted 1 week ago
Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst
$105K - $130K *
Analyze financial performance and drive insights to enhance profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop budgets, forecasts, and reports, ensuring consistent financial processes a...
Today
Senior Vice President, Client Engagement - Law Firms
$180K - $220K *
Drive strategic client engagement and business development within assigned territories, fostering relationships with C-level executives in the legal sector to enhance growth and establish trust in tai...
3 days ago
eDiscovery Analyst, Enterprise Accounts
$100K - $120K *
Champion the management and execution of complex e-discovery projects, collaborating with legal teams to ensure successful outcomes. Oversee multiple projects while mentoring a team, maintaining quali...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of finance by optimizing accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and enhancing reporting accuracy. Join a dynamic team to drive efficiency and innovation in a fast-paced environmen...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead growth marketing initiatives to scale acquisition channels, optimize conversion, and enhance measurement. Collaborate with freelance specialists to build a sustainable pipeline and drive impactfu...
4 days ago
Director of Talent Acquisition
$150K - $180K *
Join our team to lead a dedicated recruitment function while directly managing talent acquisition strategies, developing interns, and enhancing connections within the legal community, fostering growth...
4 weeks ago
Senior Counsel, Americas Employment
$196K - $364K *
Lead the charge in shaping employment law strategy across the Americas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide legal guidance on compliance, employee relations, and litigation management...
2 weeks ago
$200K - $230K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing supply chain processes and enhancing materials management. Lead strategic initiatives to improve efficiency, manage supplier relationships, and drive cross-f...
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.