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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$80K - $95K *

Help us advance high-quality digital design by coordinating BIM workflows across multidisciplinary projects. Leverage your expertise in Revit and Autodesk technologies to ensure model integrity, suppo...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$156K - $235K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic sales initiatives to drive new client acquisition in healthcare. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational effectiveness and deliver exceptional client experi...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$202K - $253K *

Join a team that's driving partner sales excellence in North America. Lead strategic initiatives with Databricks to enhance co-selling efforts, boost pipeline growth, and collaborate across functions...

California, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $180K *

Empower clients by owning technical relationships for the Enterprise Suite, guiding them from discovery to implementation. Collaborate with teams to enhance adoption and resolve issues, ensuring seaml...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$161K - $230K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by providing expert consulting on gas pipelines and FERC regulations. Lead client engagements, manage deliverables, and drive business development while...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $149K *

Reimagine product marketing for partnerships by crafting compelling narratives and executing go-to-market strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer experiences and drive successfu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $190K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable Oracle ERP Financials solutions, managing client engagements, and mentoring teams. Drive impactful recommendations through data analysis and project management ac...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K *

Shape the future of non-profit engagement by leading sales initiatives, driving pipeline growth, and fostering client relationships. Leverage your strategic sales expertise to elevate our impact and a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$82K - $120K *

Develop and execute strategic sales initiatives to drive new business growth within the wealth management sector, engaging high-level decision-makers and managing the full sales cycle to achieve ambit...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Engage with mid-sized General Contractors to drive revenue growth. Manage the full sales cycle, from outreach to contract signing, while delivering exceptional customer experiences and exceeding sales...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive strategic client partnerships and team performance in paid search, leveraging data-driven insights to optimize campaigns and foster growth opportunities while ensuring effective execution and cr...

New York, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Champion the optimization of transportation pricing structures, harnessing data-driven insights to enhance profitability and support strategic growth initiatives across the US Marketplace for diverse...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions for diverse land development projects. Collaborate with teams, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality design while promoting efficie...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in talent acquisition for senior roles in affiliate and performance marketing. Own the entire recruitment process, ensuring alignment with business goals while enhancing the recruiting...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $90K *

Elevate your career by driving B2B demand generation through new client acquisition and account growth. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders while leveraging AI to enhance your sales strat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate event experiences by managing diverse corporate programs, from flagship conferences to internal meetings. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless execution, budget adherence, and imp...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $240K *

Shape the future of utilities litigation by providing strategic guidance, managing client relationships, and overseeing complex cases. Leverage your expertise to drive favorable outcomes and mentor ju...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$107K - $147K *

Unlock potential by ensuring accurate and timely external financial reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance and operational efficiency while driving continuous improve...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Develop and execute innovative strategies for employment law cases. Handle litigation tasks, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with a talented team to deliver exceptional legal services in a flexib...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$300K - $360K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the TOLA SLED market by owning the full enterprise sales cycle, building executive relationships, and collaborating cross-functionally to secure critical data solu...

Dallas, TXRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and leading corporate talent strategies that enhance organizational effectiveness, foster leadership capability, and drive growth. Collaborate with executives to align ta...

New Jersey, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive safety excellence by leading program development, compliance, and mentorship. Collaborate across teams to identify risks, conduct assessments, and enhance safety culture in diverse operational e...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $184K *

Join a team that's redefining executive support by enhancing operational efficiency and strategic collaboration. You'll partner closely with senior leaders, managing complex schedules and travel while...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$118K - $159K *

Join a dynamic team as an Executive Business Partner, where you'll enhance executive operations through strategic calendar management, seamless travel coordination, and effective communication, ensuri...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$88K - $105K *

Transform client marketing strategies by leading integrated campaigns, translating data into actionable insights, and driving measurable results. Collaborate cross-functionally while mentoring junior...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.