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.
$120K - $145K *
Join our team as a Senior Value Engineer, where you'll drive strategic deals by building economic cases that resonate with CFOs, blending financial modeling with executive engagement to deliver impact...
3 weeks ago
Account Executive - Compliance Sales
$88K - $150K *
Shape the future of cybersecurity by driving growth in strategic accounts. Leverage your expertise to build executive relationships, navigate complex sales cycles, and expand our compliance audit and...
1 week ago
$130K - $150K *
Engage with a dynamic team to shape global total rewards strategies, ensuring competitive compensation and fostering employee satisfaction across varying tiers as the company scales and evolves...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Creative Director, Paid Social (Remote)
$120K - $145K *
Shape impactful creative strategies for the Health vertical, leading a team to produce engaging content. Balance hands-on execution with management duties to drive results in regulated health areas th...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive the success of a remote Sales Development team, enhancing pipeline generation and revenue growth through effective management, coaching, and performance accountability while fostering a high-per...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the reliability of mission-critical data center operations through comprehensive testing and commissioning of electrical and mechanical systems. Bring your tec...
Today
$235K - $315K *
Join a mission-driven team to drive growth within law enforcement and first responder agencies. Utilize your unique background to build relationships, close deals, and expand accounts in a high-perfor...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Industry Marketing Director, Legal
$150K - $180K *
Discover the opportunity to shape the legal industry's go-to-market strategy, leveraging your expertise to build thought leadership and drive revenue growth while collaborating with a diverse ecosyste...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager- Professional Services
$110K - $130K *
Lead end-to-end client engagements for complex AI and digital projects, managing multiple implementations while ensuring timely delivery and exceeding client expectations. Collaborate with cross-funct...
3 weeks ago
People Business Sr Partner - Remote West
$100K - $145K *
Shape HR strategies by leading initiatives in workforce planning, performance management, and employee engagement across a defined region. Collaborate with senior management to enhance HR effectivenes...
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Enterprise Account Executive - TMT
$120K - $207K *
Accelerate sales success by driving strategic enterprise deals with Fortune 100/500 companies. Utilize your SaaS expertise and negotiation skills to exceed quotas while fostering collaborative relatio...
3 weeks ago
Director, Employer Sales - National Accounts
$349K - $396K *
Lead the charge in driving national growth strategies for enterprise employers, managing a top-performing sales team focused on Fortune 500 engagements, overseeing the acquisition lifecycle, and ensur...
Reposted 1 week ago
$90K - $100K *
Grow your career with a strategic Talent Acquisition Manager role, leading a dynamic team to attract top talent across multiple states. Drive recruitment strategies, enhance employer branding, and ens...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform the workplace by aligning HR strategies with business goals. Collaborate with leaders to enhance employee engagement, manage complex relations, and drive compliance while supporting multiple...
6 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Elevate data privacy standards by leading a comprehensive privacy program. Collaborate across teams to integrate privacy-by-design principles, enhance data governance, and ensure compliance while enab...
1 week ago
Strategic Business Consultant (Retirement Sales)
$100K - $120K *
Engage elite advisors by fostering relationships and driving organic growth through strategic analyses and consultative solutions, ensuring a premier service experience and retention of business...
1 week ago
Senior Account Executive, NW SLED
$182K - $262K *
Unlock potential by driving commercial expansion in the SLED sector, fostering strategic relationships, and executing sales strategies for cutting-edge quantum technologies. Collaborate with cross-fun...
3 weeks ago
Senior Account Executive level
$85K - $95K *
Transform integrated communications for vaccine brands by managing client relations, strategic planning, and digital engagement. Leverage traditional and digital strategies to drive impactful outcomes...
3 weeks ago
Senior Lead - US Payroll and Executive Payroll
$110K - $130K *
Champion accurate payroll processing and compliance while managing third-party vendor relationships. Drive payroll technology projects and ensure seamless integration of policies, enhancing employee s...
Reposted 5 days ago
Corporate Account Manager - Data Centers
$93K - $137K *
Contribute to impactful projects by leveraging your expertise in analysis and strategy. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovative solutions and enhance operational efficiency, ensuring alignm...
3 weeks ago
Acquisition Marketing Strategist
$80K - $95K *
Transform client relationships and campaign performance by managing a portfolio of accounts, leading strategy discussions, and optimizing Meta campaigns to drive results and retention for diverse clie...
3 days ago
$100K - $125K *
Shape the future of organizational change by developing strategies, managing transitions, and driving transformation initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance productivity and ensure successful i...
5 days ago
Acquisition Marketing Strategist
$80K - $95K *
Elevate client success by managing a portfolio of accounts, leading strategy calls, and optimizing Meta campaigns. Drive performance and retention through strong relationships and actionable insights...
3 days ago
$90K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team where you'll source innovative talent using cutting-edge AI tools, enhance candidate experience, and coordinate recruitment processes. This role offers growth potential across sour...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Account Executive - Credit & Lending Products
$169K - $212K *
Transform the lending landscape by driving sales of capital products to high-growth brands. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, manage complex deals, and deliver tailored credit solutions...
6 days 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.