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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$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

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving sales and marketing initiatives across the East Coast. Lead business development, manage key customer relationships, and collaborate on strategic growth while achieving regi...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving corporate governance and entity management. This role offers significant responsibility, collaboration across departments, and opportunities for growth in a fast-paced envir...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $148K *

Drive strategic partner acquisition by generating new business opportunities in workforce payments, focusing on payroll and pension. Collaborate cross-functionally to build a robust pipeline and lead...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $145K *

Drive your career forward by leading thorough project cost estimates. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop impactful strategies in a supportive environment, while honing your skills to tackle com...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $190K *

Lead the charge in program controls integration, overseeing cost, scheduling, and forecasting functions. Drive governance standards and analytical frameworks to enhance program predictability and fina...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $175K *

Shape the future of client partnerships by driving strategic growth and success for large enterprise organizations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional value and measurable...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Engage in driving revenue growth by targeting key enterprise accounts, leveraging your expertise in digital transformation and customer experience to foster relationships and secure large contracts in...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $100K *

Elevate strategic partnerships and cross-functional programs to enhance business objectives. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive project execution, ensuring successful product and partnership laun...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $165K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in machine learning applications. You'll design and build optimization solutions, leveraging AI to enhance performance and reliability while collaborating across...

Toronto, ONRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $124K *

Drive innovative software solutions for large-scale research projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop data systems that enhance health and activity data collection from wearable...

Los Angeles, CARemote

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

$175K - $190K *

Elevate your career by guiding clients through ERP and HCM transformations. Leverage your Workday expertise to shape strategic visions, enhance organizational readiness, and drive impactful change acr...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Shape the demand generation strategy for the MSP segment, leading a high-impact team to optimize funnel performance and drive revenue growth through innovative marketing approaches and AI tools...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $199K *

Transform client engagement through proactive solution-based sales, driving revenue within the health insurance sector. Collaborate closely with teams to develop tailored strategies and nurture execut...

Brookfield, WIRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Drive the recruitment strategy for field teams in the fast-casual restaurant sector. Oversee full-cycle hiring processes, ensuring alignment with operational needs and company culture while enhancing...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $110K *

Join us to streamline talent operations and enhance quality management for mentors and instructors across multiple programs. This impactful role fosters collaboration, builds scalable processes, and d...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

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

$200K - $250K *

Transform the defense technology landscape as a co-founder and CEO, driving strategy, capital formation, and business development for an innovative training platform. Lead a dynamic team to secure con...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

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

$158K - $199K *

Explore a pivotal role in leading a dynamic sales team, driving revenue growth through talent development, strategic goal execution, and robust client relationship management in a high-tech consulting...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$69K - $118K *

Transform your sales career by driving growth and building relationships with reseller partners in the Public Sector. Leverage your expertise to develop strategic account plans and deliver innovative...

Chandler, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$107K - $160K *

Transform your career by managing multiple client teams in healthcare, providing insights through financial reporting, and leading staff development. Drive operational improvements while ensuring exce...

Naperville, ILRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful client relationships by providing strategic financial insights and guidance in skilled nursing, while leading teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure long-term financial sta...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$107K - $160K *

Lead multiple client teams by managing financial reporting and training staff, while delivering expert consulting services to healthcare clients, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering profess...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading client teams in the healthcare sector, providing expert financial consulting, and mentoring staff. Drive operational improvements, analyze performance metrics, and ensure q...

Southfield, MIRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.