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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$100K - $125K *

Execute complex enterprise implementations, translating customer needs into actionable strategies. Leverage your expertise to connect teams and drive successful onboarding while enhancing customer sat...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional investment management services. This role involves collaborating with Wealth Advisors to strategize and implement portfolio solutions, ensuring a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming the legal industry by driving AI adoption. As a key player, you'll manage inbound leads, schedule demos, and close deals, helping legal teams gain a competitive edge. Y...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$79K - $153K *

Shape the future of executive wealth planning by building strong relationships with clients. Leverage your expertise to deliver tailored financial solutions, collaborating with a dedicated team to mee...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate client relationships by providing tailored financial planning solutions for executives. Collaborate with a team to deliver comprehensive wealth strategies, focusing on less complex needs while...

Arizona, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Transform the Private Equity landscape by leading FP&A initiatives, enhancing operational efficiencies, and mentoring teams to deliver tailored solutions that drive sustainable value creation for clie...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $175K *

Transform the future of nonprofit investment strategies by leading client engagement, business development, and team coordination. Drive growth and enhance service delivery for a diverse portfolio of...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $109K *

Advance your sales career by driving new business in strategic accounts. Collaborate with senior leaders to manage complex enterprise sales cycles and contribute to team success while selling an award...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$70K - $115K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on healthcare compliance auditing. Utilize your analytical skills to drive impactful audits and contribute to client deliverables while receiving...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by driving strategic initiatives and M&A activities through in-depth research, analysis, and collaboration with senior leadership to inform corporate decisions and shape the comp...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $231K *

Lead and develop recruitment operations to enhance client engagement and project success. Collaborate across teams to translate client needs into actionable recruitment strategies, ensuring optimal de...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $140K *

Lead the charge in driving new business for Fortune 1000 companies, utilizing your proven sales expertise. You'll own an extensive territory, managing the full sales lifecycle and collaborating closel...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming public sector consulting by guiding organizations through digital transformation and ERP implementations, while managing high-impact teams and fostering client relation...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $215K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise sales for strategic consulting accounts, coaching a team of Account Executives while managing complex sales cycles. Build executive relationships and execute grow...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$119K - $160K *

Empower brands to enhance digital experiences by leveraging Adobe Analytics and AEP. In this strategic role, you'll collaborate with clients to translate business goals into actionable insights, drivi...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $215K *

Help us drive new business sales in a dynamic SaaS environment by building relationships with C-suite executives, strategizing account plans, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance client cyber...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $195K *

Engage in strategic account acquisition for our Legal Technologies sector, focusing on sourcing, qualifying, and closing new enterprise accounts. Drive revenue growth through complex sales cycles whil...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Empower operational excellence by supporting C-suite executives with complex scheduling, stakeholder coordination, and proactive management of priorities in a fast-paced environment. Bring your expert...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver exceptional client service, manage accounts, and enhance relationships with AmLaw firms. Drive success through proactive communication, issue resolution, and a client-fi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$132K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of AI innovation, driving impactful solutions for clients. Leverage your expertise to guide organizations through their AI journeys and contribute to transformativ...

North Carolina, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive full-cycle recruiting and talent engagement strategies while building strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates. Proactively source talent and enhance recruitment processes to cre...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $234K *

Empower transformative initiatives as you manage strategic technical programs across engineering and operations, driving excellence in tooling and integrations while mentoring a high-performing team i...

Mountain View, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance client relationships and team performance as a strategic leader, overseeing captive insurance operations, driving excellence, and enhancing service delivery while managing complex engagements...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $260K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategic direction of Workday AMS, overseeing client delivery, service quality, and operational excellence while driving growth and team development across diverse sec...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Innovate with us to lead product strategy, execution, and market readiness in a dynamic legal tech landscape. Your expertise will shape powerful SaaS solutions, enhancing customer experiences while gu...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.