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.
$80K - $95K *
Champion exceptional research outcomes by guiding clients through complex projects. Leverage your expertise in methodology and analysis to deliver actionable insights, while collaborating with cross-f...
1 week ago
$114K - $165K *
Deliver new business sales revenue through strategic account planning and relationship building with C-suite executives. Collaborate with a virtual team to provide tailored solutions and drive custome...
Today
$114K - $170K *
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 di...
2 days ago
$150K - $195K *
Elevate client relationships by managing key accounts, driving satisfaction and growth. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring long-term success and measurable ROI for...
2 weeks ago
$152K - $202K *
Transform organizational effectiveness by leading strategic people initiatives that drive enterprise transformation, enhance workforce readiness, and ensure successful change adoption across cross-fun...
Yesterday
$160K - $185K *
Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team to drive channel partnerships, transforming opportunities into revenue-generating relationships across diverse verticals in a fast-growing ecosystem...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Empower enterprise growth by identifying and nurturing relationships with C-suite executives. Drive consultative sales, tailor solutions, and collaborate across teams to enhance client experiences and...
6 days ago
Senior Corporate Talent Acquisition Partner
$90K - $120K *
Take ownership of high-impact talent acquisition for executive and sales roles. Collaborate with senior leaders to develop strategies, engage passive candidates, and deliver exceptional talent in a co...
4 days ago
$80K - $90K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing recruiting standards and practices. Collaborate with HR and leadership to implement effective strategies, drive candidate engagement, and ensure a robust tale...
1 week ago
Mid-Market Customer Success Manager
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by fostering strong partnerships with Mid-Market clients to drive their success through effective onboarding, adoption, and value realization, enjoying a high-degree of autonomy while...
3 weeks ago
Enterprise Account Executive, Apromore
$141K - $214K *
Engage with enterprise clients to drive Agentic AI adoption, leveraging your expertise in process intelligence to deliver bespoke B2B solutions that enhance operational efficiency and foster lasting r...
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HR Specialist IV - Talent Acquisition & Business Partnering
$90K - $140K *
Champion talent acquisition by leading full-cycle recruitment and advising leaders on workforce strategies. Drive engagement and culture while building strong candidate pipelines and enhancing HR prac...
2 days ago
$85K - $97K *
Join a team that drives enterprise-level sales by cultivating relationships and closing new business across diverse industries to exceed revenue goals and create impactful solutions for large organiza...
3 weeks ago
Associate Account Executive, Corporate (Consulting)
$79K - $109K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in SaaS sales! Leverage your sales expertise to engage consulting firms, build relationships, and close deals while contributing to a rapidly growing vertical and...
1 week ago
CEO Advisor | Proven CEO Experience Required | $182K+ OTE | Remote
$110K - $182K *
Lead the charge in transforming small law firms by leveraging your CEO experience to drive growth, enhance profitability, and implement sustainable operational improvements. Collaborate directly with...
3 days ago
Private Client Account Executive
$115K - $135K *
Transform high-net-worth personal insurance management by building strong client relationships, delivering tailored solutions, and achieving growth metrics while ensuring exceptional service and compl...
6 days ago
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in transforming talent acquisition by partnering with executives to drive strategic hiring initiatives, manage complex recruitment processes, and enhance candidate experiences across s...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Shape your career by optimizing Workday solutions across Benefits, Compensation, and Reporting. Collaborate with HR and IT to enhance system functionality, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous im...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Consultant - Workday Advanced Compensation
$110K - $130K *
Champion the optimization of Workday Advanced Compensation by leading implementations and enhancing HCM modules. Partner with clients and teams to drive innovation, deliver strategic solutions, and en...
3 weeks ago
Senior Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst
$79K - $121K *
Empower strategic growth by analyzing M&A opportunities and driving business development initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance market positioning and support sustainability e...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $150K *
Drive revenue growth by acquiring new business and managing key accounts, leveraging relationship-building, lead generation, and strategic selling in a fast-paced environment to redefine contractor ri...
3 weeks ago
$105K - $245K *
Lead the charge in developing and empowering a high-performing sales team. Foster a strong team culture while driving improvement and accountability in a rapidly changing environment, leveraging data...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior FP&A Analyst | Fully Remote US
$100K - $120K *
Drive financial excellence by leading expense variance analysis and forecasting. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize headcount and expense management across departments, enhancing strategic deci...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $115K *
Unlock your potential in a pivotal integration role, ensuring customer success through seamless technical setups, collaboration across teams, and enhancement of integration performance for optimal sat...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $110K *
Shape the future of learning by leading innovative enablement programs that empower managers and new hires. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design impactful training solutions that drive or...
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.