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.
$90K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring financial accuracy and integrity. In this role, you'll manage month-end close processes, support audits, and enhance accounting practices while mentoring junio...
3 days ago
$110K - $140K *
Make your mark at a fast-paced, high-growth organization by partnering with managers to enhance team dynamics, drive performance, and manage employee relations, while executing people programs and pro...
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$85K - $105K *
Lead the charge in managing enterprise-level projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals. Collaborate across teams to optimize processes and guide clients through complex soft...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Engineer and optimize procurement workflows for technology and IT services, ensuring cost efficiency and vendor compliance while supporting high-velocity growth through strategic sourcing and negotiat...
4 weeks ago
Benefits and Planning Consultant - Western Region
$66K - $125K *
Engage with executives to deliver personalized financial planning and benefits education. Collaborate with consultants to deepen relationships, implement strategies, and drive business development ini...
3 weeks ago
Flexible Benefits Client Relationship Manager
$64K - $120K *
Lead management of an established client portfolio, ensuring exceptional service delivery while overseeing renewals and compliance updates. Foster relationships and support strategic enhancements to f...
3 weeks ago
$105K - $155K *
Shape project success by leading engineering efforts, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within scope...
3 weeks ago
Enterprise Account Executive, Miami
$280K - $310K *
Engage in a high-impact sales role, driving new business and expanding relationships within large enterprise accounts. Leverage AI technology to deliver tangible outcomes while managing multi-million...
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Manager, Fiscal Operations Advisory
$97K - $200K *
Advance your career by leading public sector consulting projects, mentoring staff, and driving financial solutions for local governments. Join a dynamic team dedicated to community success and profess...
3 weeks ago
Director of Client Partnerships
$145K - $175K *
Lead the charge in managing enterprise client relationships, translating AI workforce development into measurable business impact. Drive strategic account plans, build trusted partnerships, and ensure...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion legal excellence by providing comprehensive support across various law areas, including contracts, mergers, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver timely counse...
3 days ago
$100K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving legal excellence and risk management. As a Senior Commercial Paralegal, you'll draft and negotiate agreements, coordinate legal responses, and support cross-dep...
2 weeks ago
Digital Partner Account Executive
$100K - $150K *
Elevate digital partnerships by driving growth and engagement through strategic planning and relationship management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and expand technol...
2 weeks ago
Lead Project Manager, Workplace Operations
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing workplace design and construction projects, ensuring operational readiness and accountability across multiple sites while optimizing budgets and vendor performance for succ...
2 weeks ago
Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)
$85K - $115K *
Join a team that's redefining HR by aligning people strategy with business goals. As a key partner, you'll deliver impactful solutions, navigate global complexities, and drive initiatives that foster...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Society Relations, AMER
$95K - $105K *
Lead the charge in enhancing relationships with CFA Societies across the Americas. Collaborate with boards and volunteers to support their strategic goals, ensuring they receive the resources needed t...
1 week ago
Enterprise Sales, Political & Advocacy Practice
$140K - $160K *
Empower growth by driving new revenue for political strategy and advocacy, shaping customer engagement, and developing impactful relationships with top-tier clients while leading a high-performing bus...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Product Marketing Manager, API, Cloud, & Security
$134K - $184K *
Join us to shape the technical marketing strategy for our API, cloud, and security products. You'll drive go-to-market initiatives, enhance customer engagement, and collaborate with cross-functional t...
6 days ago
$210K - $250K *
Partner with us to lead transformative HR initiatives in a dynamic professional services environment. Shape talent strategies, drive AI integration, and build a robust People Services practice that su...
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Senior Associate, Strategy & Operations
$125K - $155K *
Champion strategic initiatives by connecting breakthrough chemistry with market opportunities. Collaborate across teams to drive government partnerships, proposals, and commercial growth, transforming...
1 week ago
Education Research Consulting Senior Associate/Associate Compliance/IRB
$100K - $145K *
Drive impactful solutions by leading project work streams, collaborating with clients, and mentoring junior staff. Leverage innovative analytics and methodologies to address unique challenges and fost...
1 week ago
$140K - $150K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research by managing complex studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficien...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive enterprise-wide compliance projects to secure sustainability certifications. Lead cross-functional teams, manage schedules, and ensure audit readiness in mission-critical environments, deliverin...
3 weeks ago
Senior M&A Integration Manager
$136K - $195K *
Drive end-to-end integration governance and value realization across acquisitions. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure disciplined execution, synergy delivery, and alignment with operational excelle...
2 weeks ago
Solutions Lead, Consulting/Banking
$170K - $200K *
Pioneer innovative solutions by leading client engagements with top firms. Drive discovery, connect needs to data insights, and collaborate across teams to deliver impactful results in a dynamic, remo...
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.