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.
Solution Architect & Pre-Sales, NetSuite
$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...
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$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...
1 week ago
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$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...
2 days ago
$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...
4 weeks ago
$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...
4 weeks ago
$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...
2 weeks ago
$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...
2 weeks ago
Executive Business Partner - Manager
$127K - $159K *
Join a team that's reshaping executive support through innovative AI-driven tools and strong people leadership. Manage high-performing Executive Business Partners, driving operational excellence and s...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Managing Consultant - Operations & Optimization
$125K - $150K *
Engage in high-impact consulting, leading digital transformation in terminal operations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize workflows, enhance automation, and drive strategic initiat...
1 week ago
$270K - $330K *
Join a dynamic sales team driving new business growth within a greenfield territory. Utilize your prospecting skills and strategic thinking to engage enterprise clients, build relationships, and achie...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$155K - $180K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive legal support across employment, commercial, and compliance matters. Collaborate with internal teams and clients while developing expertise in a...
4 days ago
Acera Senior Account Executive - Houston, TX
$95K *
Drive sales and forge partnerships within the medical device sector, ensuring strong clinical support, effective territory management, and engagement with surgical teams to achieve business objectives...
4 weeks ago
US Business Development Sales Executive - Enterprise
$135K - $150K *
Transform enterprises by driving strategic growth initiatives, developing multi-year account plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to win complex, outcome-based deals at scale...
Reposted 5 days ago
Senior Assurance Manager - Hybrid
$110K - $130K *
Advance progress at construction firms by leading assurance engagements, overseeing teams, and ensuring compliance. Leverage 8+ years of public accounting expertise to deliver high-quality financial r...
1 week ago
Project Director-Hydro Projects
$132K - $220K *
Lead the charge in managing Renewable Energy Hydro Projects, driving execution strategies to maximize performance, ensuring timely delivery, and fostering strong customer relationships while overseein...
2 weeks ago
Accounting Manager - CPG Client Lead
$96K - $113K *
Transform the financial landscape for CPG brands by owning client relationships and delivering precise accounting solutions. Your expertise will guide emerging and scaling companies through complex fi...
1 week ago
$138K - $198K *
Innovate financial strategies as a key partner in FP&A, driving insights and accountability across R&D and G&A. Own financial models, forecasts, and planning processes to support strategic decision-ma...
1 week ago
Associate Director, Clinical Trial Management - Full-Service
$120K - $150K *
Elevate your career by leading clinical trial management teams, ensuring quality and compliance in monitoring strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize clinical operations and dr...
Yesterday
$110K - $130K *
Champion the sales enablement strategy, crafting systems, processes, and training that empower the sales organization to excel and establish repeatable success in a collaborative environment...
3 weeks ago
Program Chief Engineer, Cyclops (Remote considered)
$190K - $275K *
Elevate technical excellence as the Chief Engineer, guiding multidisciplinary teams to ensure mission success through robust architecture, requirements management, and strategic decision-making in com...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Join a team that's integral to M&A execution, driving deals from proposal to close. Collaborate with senior members, conduct financial analysis, and coordinate across teams to ensure successful deal c...
3 weeks ago
Account Executive, Enterprise (US)
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in driving enterprise sales by managing the full sales cycle, engaging with large organizations, and expanding relationships within the AI sector. Your expertise will be pivotal in est...
1 week ago
VIP & Strategic Relationships Lead, US
$110K - $130K *
Analyze and deepen relationships in the US tech and investor ecosystem, enhancing FF's events portfolio. Drive speaker strategy and manage VIP engagements, connecting US principals globally while fost...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $150K *
Build strategic partnerships and drive revenue growth by managing high-potential accounts. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance partner engagement and achieve production targets while fostering...
3 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.