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.
Learning & Development Trainer
$90K - $110K *
Transform client training experiences by delivering engaging, in-person and virtual sessions. Collaborate with teams to enhance training materials and empower clients through effective implementation...
Today
$82K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving client success through strategic account management, operational excellence, and strong partnerships. You'll lead client relationships, manage complex portfolio...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Empower strategic growth by developing and executing multi-year partner strategies. Collaborate with sales and executive teams to enhance alliances, drive revenue, and foster innovation across North A...
4 days ago
$99K - $138K *
Champion innovative solutions as you drive partner adoption of our lending platform. Collaborate across teams to analyze deal economics and translate insights into actionable strategies that enhance p...
Yesterday
$100K - $120K *
Elevate customer relationships by managing and growing strategic national accounts. Focus on retention, upselling, and cross-selling within the Collision and Mechanical sectors while leveraging SaaS s...
3 days ago
EA-Account Executive, National Campaigns
$68K - $168K *
Transform political engagement by driving software sales within a designated U.S. territory. Build relationships with Democratic officials and campaign professionals while managing outreach and client...
Today
Workday Finance Consulting Manager
$175K - $190K *
Drive strategic ERP and Finance transformations by guiding clients through assessments, technology alignment, and Workday implementations. Leverage your expertise to shape visions, foster relationship...
Yesterday
Senior Manager, Sales Compensation
$200K - $223K *
Transform sales compensation operations by leading design, administration, and improvement initiatives. Drive accuracy in payroll processing, enhance SOX compliance, and leverage AI tools to optimize...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Analyze financial performance and operational metrics to support strategic growth initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting accuracy and drive insights for decision-mak...
Today
Digital Solutions - Workday HCM
$110K - $130K *
Drive innovative Workday solutions to elevate clients' finance and operations. Join a team of experts to tackle complex challenges and lead projects that shape the future of digital finance for fast-g...
Reposted yesterday
FP&A Manager - Payments & Billing
$110K - $130K *
Transform financial strategies and enhance decision-making processes through robust analysis, forecasting, and model building, partnering with cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager - Network Delivery
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee the delivery of cutting-edge telecommunications and network infrastructure for data center operations, ensuring seamless connectivity and project execution across multip...
1 week ago
Director of Consultant Relations
$181K - $237K *
Unlock potential by developing strategic partnerships and enhancing channel programs. As a leader, you’ll drive market expansion and nurture relationships with brokers and consultants to elevate the a...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Associate Director - Global Communications Intelligence
$127K - $187K *
Unlock potential by transforming data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions in communications. Collaborate across teams to enhance measurement frameworks and reporting, ensuring impa...
Reposted today
Senior Director of Strategy - Women's Health
$176K - $264K *
Optimize product management for Women's Health in North America, driving strategy, revenue growth, and market share. Collaborate with stakeholders to tailor solutions and enhance customer insights, en...
Today
Performance Marketing Strategist
$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...
3 days ago
Account Executive - Government
$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...
1 week ago
Senior Business Strategy Consultant - Group Insurance
$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...
3 days ago
Sr. Analyst, Law Firm Analytics
$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...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$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...
Reposted 6 days ago
$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...
1 week ago
Lead Director, State Strategy and Growth
$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...
3 weeks ago
Account Manager, Dealer Solutions
$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...
2 days ago
Senior Legal Analyst & Litigation Project Manager
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Professional Services Consultant
$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...
3 weeks 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.