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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering recruiting by shaping hiring strategies, developing a high-performing team, and enhancing scalable processes to support growth while personally managing senior leadershi...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $150K *

Champion strategic IT staffing initiatives and lead a team of recruiters to optimize non-clinical recruiting processes, improve performance metrics, and enhance client satisfaction across various prof...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Drive the full recruitment lifecycle, collaborating with hiring managers to attract top talent and implement effective staffing strategies while ensuring compliance with employment laws and maintainin...

San Antonio, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize global hiring outcomes by delivering a seamless full lifecycle recruiting experience. Partner with leaders and enhance talent strategies to attract top candidates acros...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $205K *

Drive the integration and growth of a newly acquired business, overseeing P&L, client relationships, and operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless transition and performance against revenu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of HR technology by managing and optimizing our HRIS. Serve as a vital expert, collaborating across departments to enhance system performance, streamline processes, and ensure data in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $175K *

Lead the future of talent acquisition by shaping strategic recruiting initiatives, overseeing full-cycle processes, and enhancing hiring outcomes across multiple offices. Drive workforce planning and...

Washington DC, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate your career by shaping people strategies that drive growth and productivity. As a strategic partner to executive leaders, you'll influence decisions and enhance organizational culture in a...

Austin, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $100K *

Reimagine talent acquisition by leading full-cycle recruiting efforts, collaborating with leadership to forecast hiring needs, and enhancing employer branding to attract top talent while ensuring comp...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$280K - $350K *

Optimize talent acquisition strategies by leading a dynamic team, driving change, and enhancing processes to create a scalable, data-driven recruiting function that aligns with business goals and fost...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$189K - $351K *

Engage with high-value law firms to drive strategic sales growth. Leverage AI solutions and consultative techniques to cultivate executive relationships and close complex deals, contributing to long-t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $165K *

Engage clients by driving revenue through consultative sales, building strong relationships with law firms and corporations. Leverage industry insights to anticipate needs and deliver tailored solutio...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Empower talent acquisition and people operations by designing scalable systems that drive growth. Lead recruiting efforts, optimize sourcing channels, and enhance employee engagement to support a thri...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming talent acquisition and people operations, fostering a scalable and engaging culture. Drive success through innovative systems, optimizing recruitment processes, and enh...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$104K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by managing full-cycle recruitment, engaging high-quality candidates, and building robust pipelines in a dynamic, remote environment. Collaborate with stakeholde...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$139K *

Accelerate growth by leveraging your sales expertise to drive success for small businesses in Canada, building relationships and closing deals that foster customer growth and engagement...

Ontario, CARemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$62K - $103K *

Join our dynamic Talent Acquisition team to drive full life-cycle recruitment, partnering with leaders to source top technical talent and support strategic business initiatives through innovative sour...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $121K *

Help us expand our team by recruiting independent insurance agents nationwide. You will utilize established processes to drive agent onboarding, enhance talent sourcing, and build relationships with f...

Carmel, INRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in optimizing sales force effectiveness through strategic planning, performance management, and process improvement, ensuring productivity and aligning with organizational goals for su...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate talent acquisition at a dynamic tech company by leading comprehensive recruiting strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and enhancing candidate experiences to drive sustainable...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $135K *

Shape client engagement by driving sales opportunities, managing relationships, and implementing innovative outreach strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve growth targets and enhance th...

Needham, MARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career with an impactful role where you'll drive end-to-end recruitment for U.S.-based startups, manage talent pipelines, and enhance candidate engagement in a fast-paced environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Empower the Recruiting leadership team by designing operational strategies that drive excellence and accountability across recruiting efforts while leveraging AI and data-driven insights to bolster pe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $110K *

Engage with school leaders to foster technology solutions, navigate challenges, and build productive long-term relationships. Drive the sales process through a consultative approach and support client...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$170K - $219K *

Drive rapid sales growth by building a high-performing team, strategizing market presence, and engaging in C-level relationships while championing AI integration and coaching sales executives towards...

Vienna, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.