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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$160K - $180K *

Provide oversight for insurance accounting and reporting, driving process improvements and leveraging technology to enhance financial operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and accura...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Empower real estate agents with innovative sales strategies, engage clients throughout the sales funnel, and lead virtual demonstrations that highlight our solutions, driving business growth and incre...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $253K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth through strategic account management and new business development. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver tailored solutions, while maintaining strong relat...

Philadelphia, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI by developing robust machine learning solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and usability of advanced systems, and driv...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of blockchain innovation, driving transformative solutions for financial services. Leverage your sales prowess to exceed quotas and foster strong client relationshi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $103K *

Accelerate grant revenue growth by managing foundation relationships, overseeing proposal submissions, and enhancing donor engagement. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely reporting and maintain ac...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

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

$97K - $132K *

Shape impactful educational proposals by leading RFP responses and submissions. Collaborate across teams to craft persuasive narratives and ensure compliance, driving state approvals and district awar...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$148K - $279K *

Lead and manage a team of CRE Relationship Managers to drive new business and optimize deal flow, while ensuring compliance and maintaining portfolio quality through collaboration and strategic oversi...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive growth by developing a profitable employee benefits book, building strategic client relationships, and leveraging extensive carrier partnerships to deliver innovative solutions and exceed revenu...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive enterprise sales growth, managing the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing. Leverage technical expertise to build relationships and deliver value across complex ac...

La Puente, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $285K *

Lead the charge in bridging technical solutions with client needs, fostering strong relationships, and driving successful outcomes through collaboration and strategic account management in the digital...

Arkansas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Drive the strategic evolution and governance of equity compensation programs in a dynamic private equity context. Lead vendor management, execute precise equity agreements, and ensure compliance while...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare delivery by optimizing Epic Hospital Billing workflows, enhancing system configurations, and leveraging automation to drive revenue cycle improvement and patient outcomes. Join a...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving customer growth and engagement through consultative selling, leveraging AI insights to enhance account strategies and foster strong relationships with existing clients and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Accelerate client success by leading account management, ensuring high-quality delivery, and fostering strong relationships. Oversee junior team members while translating insights into actionable stra...

Maryland, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K *

Lead sales initiatives and clinical support in the Neurovascular sector, driving growth and enhancing patient outcomes through innovative medical technologies. Collaborate with healthcare professional...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $139K *

Lead the charge in financial modeling and analysis, support global sales teams, and collaborate with key stakeholders to drive insights and innovation within a dynamic finance environment, ensuring ac...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $112K *

Lead the charge in developing high-performing marketing teams and driving strategic growth initiatives. Collaborate with operations and business development to enhance proposal success and elevate bra...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as you own the financial performance of a dynamic business unit, driving strategic decisions and enhancing visibility to shape impactful processes and outcomes. Join a hands-on l...

Morrisville, NCRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to drive revenue through enterprise sales, building lasting relationships while leveraging a data-driven approach and deep customer understanding. Take ownership of the sales lifec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Drive innovative media strategies for healthcare clients, leveraging audience insights and performance data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance planning processes and deliver impactful...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Engage as a key legal partner, focused on commercial contracts and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide swift, actionable legal guidance, navigating complex regulations and s...

St. Petersburg, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of data collaboration by leading product strategy for clean rooms and data delivery platforms. Drive innovation in privacy-conscious solutions while ensuring scalability and alignment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by owning corporate FP&A, driving financial insights, and partnering with leaders across functions to enhance strategic planning and reporting in a dynamic growth-stage environment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving new enterprise sales in cybersecurity. Own the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while expanding existing accounts. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.