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 *

Unlock client success by managing a portfolio of accounts, leading strategy calls, and optimizing Meta campaigns. Drive performance and retention through strong relationships and data-driven insights...

Arlington, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career by developing and maintaining key customer relationships, driving sales success, and collaborating with teams to exceed goals. Leverage your expertise in account management and sales...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $207K *

Transform business strategy by leading cross-functional initiatives, analyzing market trends, and identifying growth opportunities. Collaborate with leaders to translate insights into actionable recom...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Analyze, optimize, and drive insights from complex data sets to support key operational decisions. Collaborate with leadership to enhance processes and foster data-informed strategies across the case...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $125K *

Unlock your potential by driving strategic growth in student health insurance. Manage key relationships with higher education institutions while executing innovative sales strategies to enhance market...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving impactful sales in K-12 education. Leverage your expertise to manage complex sales cycles, engage with key stakeholders, and expand our platform within strategic school dist...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $231K *

Champion the growth of Medicaid business through strategic development and execution of state-specific initiatives. Leverage your expertise in policy and stakeholder engagement to drive innovation and...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as the primary relationship owner for automotive dealer accounts, focusing on customer retention, product adoption, and strategic growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

Alberta, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$92K - $124K *

Partner with us to enhance legal operations and implement eDiscovery processes. You'll lead customer data privacy initiatives, improving cross-functional collaboration and response strategies for comp...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $140K *

Champion end-to-end implementations for clients, managing timelines and expectations while solving complex sales compensation challenges in a dynamic, fast-paced environment...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the management of variable compensation systems, ensuring accurate calculations and data integrity. Drive automation and provide mentorship to enhance team capabilities while collaborating across...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Elevate client success by leading high-stakes projects and cultivating strong relationships while driving innovative solutions and business growth in a dynamic consulting environment...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $113K *

Empower healthcare providers by driving enterprise sales strategies, managing client relationships, and leveraging cross-functional teams to enhance patient experience and operational effectiveness in...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $218K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud sales operations by driving strategic planning and transformation initiatives for AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure o...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Deliver exceptional tax consulting services by guiding customers through the implementation of tax solutions, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while fostering strong rela...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $135K *

Empower your career by partnering with leaders to drive HR initiatives, enhance employee relations, and optimize talent processes. Utilize data insights and AI tools to support organizational changes...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $127K *

Join a dynamic team to drive enterprise sales in the healthcare sector, leveraging strategic relationships and operational rigor to enhance patient experiences and optimize outcomes. Shape the future...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining customer success by leveraging AI to enhance the post-sale journey. Lead and scale a dynamic team while driving retention and expansion for enterprise clients in a fast-p...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $183K *

Manage and optimize global equity compensation programs, ensuring accurate transactions, compliance, and enhanced employee experience while collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline oper...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative commissioning processes while collaborating with diverse teams. Oversee project execution, ensuring compliance with ASHRAE, CSA, and LEED standards. Drive technical excellence acros...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Lead the design and delivery of scalable data integrations across systems, driving healthcare interoperability and influencing stakeholder decisions, while ensuring alignment on architecture, governan...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare tech partnerships into lasting client relationships. Manage full-cycle sales from initial contact to signed contracts, leveraging your expertise and network...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Lead a remote accounting team, ensuring exceptional client service and operational efficiency while fostering a culture of trust and engagement. Drive onboarding, performance management, and technolog...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $188K *

Unlock potential by delivering comprehensive Workday solutions, optimizing clients' environments through assessments and tailored implementations, while leading design and development efforts to enhan...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Engage with key clients to drive revenue growth by managing a dynamic sales pipeline, presenting solutions, and closing deals. Utilize expertise in eCommerce to innovate sales strategies and achieve a...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks 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.