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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$79K - $127K *

Help us enhance HR and Payroll systems by analyzing processes, gathering requirements, and deploying solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve user experience and support business initiative...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $201K *

Drive growth by cultivating relationships with existing customers, focusing on upselling and strategic account management. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver tailored solutions that enhance cus...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's transforming machine learning research into impactful solutions. Collaborate on feature engineering and optimization in a fully remote environment, driving projects from concept to...

Boston, MARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$109K - $163K *

Unlock new revenue streams by driving market strategies for public sector clients across Transit Signal Priority and Emergency Vehicle Preemption solutions. Lead engagement and negotiations with key m...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing SAP SuccessFactors configuration and analytics. You'll be the go-to expert for Employee Central, Position Management, and Compensation, ensuring system integ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving new business sales through strategic account planning and relationship building with C-suite executives. Collaborate with a diverse team to deliver tailored solutions that...

Baltimore, MDRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $160K *

Shape the future of business development by driving SaaS sales through strategic account planning and relationship building with C-suite executives, ensuring client success and collaboration across te...

Silver Spring, MDRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at driving new business sales through strategic account planning and relationship building with C-suite executives, leveraging AI insights to enhance decision-making and achieve sa...

Arlington, VARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $160K *

Champion new business sales through strategic account planning and relationship building with C-suite executives. Leverage AI insights and collaborate with a diverse team to drive solutions that enhan...

Raleigh, NCRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $160K *

Elevate your career by driving new business sales through strategic account planning and relationship building with C-suite executives. Leverage your expertise in SaaS solutions to deliver impactful r...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $99K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing employee experience and office operations. You'll manage daily office functions, foster a vibrant culture, and support executive initiatives, ensuring a welco...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $141K *

Unlock potential by managing strategic enterprise accounts, driving customer success through relationship building, consultative selling, and proactive engagement to ensure adoption, retention, and re...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $95K *

Champion the hiring process by managing interview logistics, collaborating with talent partners, and ensuring a seamless candidate experience. Your role is pivotal in shaping the company's hiring engi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $95K *

Advance global health security by providing essential administrative support to senior leaders, managing schedules, coordinating travel, and facilitating effective communication within a dynamic, fast...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Transform customer engagement by owning the technical pre-sales process, mentoring teams, and driving strategic account growth while collaborating with cross-functional leaders to deliver exceptional...

San Francisco, CARemote

Today

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

$86K - $103K *

Lead the management and oversight of College budgets, applying advanced financial principles to ensure effective budget execution and compliance with regulations. Collaborate with departments to foste...

New Mexico, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $90K *

Empower successful RHTP initiatives through stakeholder engagement, communications, and project support. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure effective outreach, timely execution, and inclusive pa...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering strategic financial insights and operational support. Collaborate with senior management to enhance performance, drive decision-making, and optimize processes in a fast-p...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $132K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic partnerships with leading cloud providers. Collaborate across teams to enhance revenue growth and client satisfaction while managing key partner relationships...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $183K *

Engage senior-level stakeholders and drive complex sales growth by developing data-driven solutions and strategic account plans, ensuring customer objectives are met and revenue is increased across Co...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Drive financial accuracy and compliance as a Senior Accountant. Lead month-end close, maintain internal controls, and support auditors while refining processes. Ideal for proactive self-starters seeki...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving growth by managing major enterprise accounts. You'll foster relationships, navigate complex sales cycles, and lead strategic initiatives to expand our footprint in the cyber...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $170K *

Lead enterprise sales initiatives, driving partnerships with IMBs, Credit Unions, and Banks to enhance digital transformation and workflow efficiency in the mortgage sector. Own the sales process and...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $150K *

Reimagine the services landscape by optimizing the sales and delivery of professional services. In this influential role, collaborate cross-functionally to enhance proposal creation, streamline operat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise growth marketing strategies, optimizing pipeline performance, and orchestrating cross-functional initiatives to scale demand generation and revenue outcomes acros...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 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.