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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$325K - $375K *

Engage your leadership skills to drive revenue growth by building and mentoring a high-performing sales team. Focus on customer acquisition and market penetration in a competitive environment, collabo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$269K - $306K *

Drive impactful relationships as a strategic partner to key IDNs while managing complex sales processes and fostering healthcare solutions that align with market insights and organizational goals...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $143K *

Unlock potential by leading transformative consulting projects for mortgage lenders. Collaborate with clients to drive efficiencies, optimize operations, and implement effective solutions that enhance...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K *

Take ownership of complex mortgage loan evaluations, ensuring compliance with guidelines while assessing borrower risk. Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to facilitate loan approvals and mai...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $279K *

Empower government sector success by identifying sales opportunities and leveraging legal tech expertise. Join a dynamic team to boost revenue through strategic outreach and relationship building whil...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Transform the employee experience by leading impactful HR initiatives, managing events, and enhancing organizational culture. Collaborate across teams to drive engagement, support leadership developme...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the user experience by leading frontend development for a sophisticated SaaS platform. Tackle complex challenges in data visualization and workflow optimization while collaborating with cross...

San Jose, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Lead high-performance teams to drive operational excellence and profitable growth. Collaborate across functions to execute strategies that enhance customer experience and achieve company goals while d...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$175K - $190K *

Champion strategic ERP and HCM transformations, guiding clients through assessments, technology alignment, and implementation execution to drive impactful change and enhance organizational readiness...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth in retirement plan sales by collaborating with Financial Professionals and leveraging product knowledge. Drive strategic relationships and provide expert guidance to enhance client s...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Transform the future of go-to-market strategy by leading cross-functional teams, driving execution governance, and shaping long-range plans to achieve growth objectives in a dynamic, global environmen...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$207K - $311K *

Shape the future of our global GTM strategy by leading capacity planning, territory design, and incentive structures, driving growth and operational excellence across Sales and Customer Success framew...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$108K - $132K *

Engage in strategic partnership development by cultivating executive-level relationships, driving revenue growth through partnerships, and aligning solutions with partner goals to achieve sales object...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading creative copy initiatives that shape impactful healthcare messaging. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling content that resonates with diverse au...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $230K *

Elevate the sales strategy and operations by partnering with leadership to enhance productivity, implement AI solutions, and drive data-driven decision-making. Lead a team to optimize processes and en...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $139K *

Join us as a Director of Media Strategy, leading high-impact media strategies and planning across valuable accounts. Drive results through data insights, manage teams, and foster cross-functional part...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Lead the charge in shaping media strategy and planning for key accounts, leveraging data-driven insights to drive outcomes while managing a high-performing team and fostering client relationships to e...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Elevate media strategy by leading innovative planning efforts that align with business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive client success through data-driven insights and expert...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Lead the charge in innovative media strategy development, managing integrated plans while driving measurable business outcomes. Oversee a team of strategists, ensuring high-quality deliverables and cl...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Champion data-driven media strategies by leading innovative campaigns and delivering measurable outcomes across diverse platforms while managing team dynamics and client relationships to elevate overa...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Drive impactful media strategies that elevate brands through data-driven insights and comprehensive planning across multiple channels. Lead a dedicated team, ensuring strategic excellence that connect...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $150K *

Lead project portfolios from inception to completion, managing teams and client relationships. Drive financial outcomes and cultivate repeat business while ensuring project success in land development...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $105K *

Join us to drive pipeline growth as a Senior Sales Development Representative. Engage prospects, build relationships, and create qualified opportunities in high-hazard industries, leveraging AI tools...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $190K *

Unlock growth across the Indo-Pacific as you drive enterprise software sales in the U.S. federal and public sector. Build key relationships and navigate complex procurement in this high-impact role su...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic partnerships by engaging with crypto/AI builders, building a robust pipeline through outreach and relationship-building, and closing complex deals to position us as the preferred securi...

New York City, NYRemote

3 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.