Explore Executive Recruiter Jobs

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.

What Executive Recruiters Do

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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 Career Opportunities

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.

Find Executive Recruiter Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$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...

Illinois, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $125K *

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...

Needham, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

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...

Bethesda, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $170K *

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...

Minnesota, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

Stow, OHRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$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...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

Downers Grove, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an executive recruiter do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.