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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$150K - $180K *

Transform client insights into strategic growth by leveraging your analytical acumen to enhance revenue and operational effectiveness. Collaborate with teams to drive informed decisions and present im...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$188K - $235K *

Unlock potential by shaping and driving the People Systems roadmap, translating business needs into scalable processes, and managing technology vendors to enhance the employee lifecycle through innova...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$64K - $120K *

Engage with clients to understand their business needs and risk management strategies. Drive revenue growth by coordinating coverage, servicing accounts, and ensuring high-quality client interactions...

Anchorage, AKRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive sales excellence by leading full-cycle efforts, engaging stakeholders, and closing enterprise deals while fostering collaboration and continuously improving strategies in a dynamic environment...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Advance your career by driving new business and fostering strategic relationships. Leverage your expertise to navigate complex organizations and create growth opportunities while managing the full sal...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $150K *

Unlock potential by managing high-value client relationships, driving growth, and enhancing satisfaction in the independent broker/dealer channel. Collaborate cross-functionally to elevate client expe...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $135K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing enterprise proposals and plans, ensuring compliance and quality across submissions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance win strategies and dri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $158K *

Engage with clients to deliver tailored solutions in SaaS accounting services. Lead sales efforts, estimate implementation requirements, and create detailed Statements of Work, ensuring alignment betw...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $147K *

Champion new business growth by engaging C-level executives and driving the complete sales cycle. Own client relationships, achieve KPIs, and transition clients to ongoing account management while max...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $163K *

Join a team that's transforming government consulting by leading digital initiatives, engaging with executive clients, and fostering workforce development, while driving impactful strategic solutions...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the life insurance and annuity market. Leverage your expertise to build strategic relationships, manage the full client lifecycle, and align solutions with client...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $115K *

Strategize sourcing initiatives for facility and construction services, ensuring compliance and alignment across accounts. Drive supplier performance and cost savings while collaborating with operatio...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

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

$73K - $93K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving exceptional results through innovative inbound marketing strategies. Collaborate effectively with colleagues to optimize SEO and content marketing, fostering im...

Richmond, VARemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $138K *

Contribute to our growth by driving sales of SaaS solutions to government agencies. Collaborate with partners, build relationships, and exceed sales targets while navigating the complexities of govern...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$166K - $187K *

Champion program operations by overseeing business development, quality, logistics, and financial performance. Collaborate with clients and manage resources to enhance efficiency and drive new busines...

Columbia, SCRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $187K *

Analyze and negotiate complex contracts in healthcare, leveraging data-driven insights to enhance outcomes and drive strategic initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes and fost...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $153K *

Drive revenue growth and strategic partnerships in Property & Casualty insurance. Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, leveraging industry expertise to enhance underwriting performance and risk mana...

RemoteRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to lead large-scale NetSuite projects, enhancing client experiences through strategic project management and collaboration. Utilize your expertise in pre-sales and implementation t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $107K *

Partner with us to drive strategic HR initiatives that enhance employee engagement and organizational effectiveness, while providing consultative support across the employee lifecycle in a dynamic env...

Brookline, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Elevate client partnerships by solving complex business challenges. Seek out and establish new connections while fostering long-term relationships to drive success and become a trusted advisor in the...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform employee experiences by leading People Operations, enhancing workflows, and leveraging automation. Drive onboarding, payroll, benefits, and compliance while coaching a dedicated team to achi...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $190K *

Drive the design and operation of robust AI systems, leading technical delivery and guiding teams in building high-throughput pipelines and production services that enhance customer engagement across...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $190K *

Shape the future of AI by building scalable AI agents that drive innovation across healthcare applications, fostering collaboration with diverse teams to implement advanced solutions and ensure operat...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$74K - $102K *

Explore and enhance HR systems by supporting configuration, maintenance, and improvements. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues and drive system enhancements in a dynamic environment focuse...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Support a growing SaaS company by managing contract negotiations, ensuring compliance, and advising on legal matters. Collaborate with various teams to streamline processes and mitigate risks while ma...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

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.