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 - $120K *

Lead the charge in driving business growth for the Enterprise Services Division, enhancing relationships with national accounts, and developing innovative solutions to meet market demands while ensuri...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team driving strategic project initiatives with cross-functional collaboration, managing complex programs to achieve company goals while optimizing efficiency and enhancing organization...

Ontario, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$83K - $110K *

Lead operational excellence by managing complex training programs and enhancing processes for a statewide initiative, ensuring effective communication and client engagement while fostering a high-perf...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing labor relations practices, assessing needs, and implementing solutions across diverse business lines. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive compliance and su...

Chesapeake, VARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$143K - $165K *

Support our legal team by managing a diverse portfolio of commercial contracts, collaborating with various departments to drive operational efficiency and enhance compliance as you grow into a senior...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$176K - $259K *

Inspire high-performing sales teams while driving impactful solutions for mid-sized Public Sector organizations. Utilize coaching, strategic problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration to fost...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform the hiring landscape by owning high-priority recruitment processes, partnering with teams to enhance candidate experiences, and driving strategic talent decisions while leveraging AI and dat...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Accelerate patient recruitment and retention by developing site-specific strategies, educating healthcare professionals, and engaging with communities to enhance clinical trial participation and outco...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Drive site engagement by building relationships with clinical trial stakeholders, ensuring compliance, and optimizing performance through tailored strategies and effective communication. Contribute to...

Burlington, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI-driven identity solutions in the mid-market. You'll manage the full sales cycle, driving growth and cultivating lasting customer relationships while navigating complex...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $252K *

Drive the evolution of people analytics by building data pipelines, dashboards, and insights that empower leaders with decision-ready information. Collaborate across teams to enhance data usability an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your sales career by building lasting client relationships and driving revenue growth. This role focuses on strategic account management, fostering connections, and leveraging a dedicated mark...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving revenue growth and deepening relationships within law enforcement agencies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and enhance customer sat...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Inspire success by delivering innovative SaaS solutions to large law enforcement agencies. This role involves building strong client relationships and leading strategic revenue growth initiatives, whi...

Wisconsin, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock the potential of strategic accounts as you build lasting relationships, drive retention, and identify growth opportunities. Be the primary advocate for our major enterprise clients, ensuring sa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $215K *

Champion the opening and leadership of a new office while overseeing construction projects, building teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Shape processes and client relationships as a strate...

California, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at driving strategic M&A initiatives by managing deal execution, from financial modeling to synergy analysis, while collaborating with senior leadership and ensuring organized proc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving market development and deal origination across private equity and corporate stakeholders. Collaborate with senior professionals to enhance M&A advisory capabilities and bui...

Michigan, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Shape impactful healthcare solutions by leveraging your Epic Professional Billing expertise. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize systems, enhance workflows, and drive meaningful results for cli...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $129K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategy and improve commercial insurance distribution. Analyze data, identify trends, and develop recommendations that enhance growth and operational...

Bethesda, MDRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$50K - $250K *

Advance your career by driving sales success and managing client accounts. Utilize expert knowledge and collaboration to engage clients, analyze business renewals, and meet sales goals while leveragin...

Boston, MARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $234K *

Drive partner operations strategies to transform relationships into revenue, enhancing processes and performance frameworks. Collaborate with leadership to integrate AI tools and optimize partner enga...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$350K *

Engage with key enterprise clients to drive revenue growth through strategic, solution-based sales. Develop lasting relationships and navigate complex sales processes while championing company values...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $158K *

Join a team that's leading complex projects with enterprise-wide impact. Influence decision-making, drive alignment across functions, and enhance project management practices while delivering meaningf...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading high-performing teams in construction disputes and advisory. Drive client relationships, innovate solutions, and ensure quality execution while fostering growth and collabo...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.