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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$90K - $125K *

Champion employee growth by leading innovative learning initiatives and managing a dynamic L&D team. Drive strategy and execution of training programs that enhance skills, support career pathways, and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Champion the technical pre-sales process by deeply understanding customer needs, leading strategic sales efforts, and mentoring the SE team to drive growth and innovation in enterprise solutions...

San Francisco, CARemote

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

$117K - $150K *

Grow revenue by driving new business and expanding existing accounts. Leverage consultative strategies to align solutions with client needs while collaborating with internal teams to deliver impactful...

New York, NYRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $200K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive product strategy and growth for switchgear, ensuring market competitiveness and profitability while collaborating with cross-functional partners to achieve long-term busin...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer operational excellence by driving staffing visibility and standardized planning across diverse content teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance resource management and optimize project...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$153K - $185K *

Lead the charge in establishing a high-performing operational accounting center of excellence. Oversee critical processes like reconciliation and cash management while fostering collaboration across F...

Cedar Rapids, IARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Shape the future of financial services by defining AI-driven product strategies and requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn complex regulated needs into actionable insights, driv...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $206K *

Transform the accounting landscape by leading strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, standardize processes, and drive technology integration, all while ensuring public company read...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $312K *

Drive strategic transformation initiatives by leading teams in defining and executing operational models, ensuring alignment with client goals, and optimizing processes through innovative solutions an...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Transform strategic partnerships by leading national broker relationships, driving profitable growth in Commercial Lines, and aligning enterprise objectives with partner capabilities through executive...

Somerville, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $170K *

Transform complex Federal consulting engagements by leading diverse teams, establishing strategies, and ensuring practical outcomes that enhance government capabilities and client trust...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$188K - $225K *

Partner with us to elevate sales strategies and drive growth by advising senior executives. Leverage Gartner's resources to enhance client capabilities, foster relationships, and ensure successful exe...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $141K *

Empower growth as you manage strategic accounts, leveraging insights to drive sales, build relationships, and collaborate across teams to maximize profitability and market presence in the lifestyle se...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$68K - $102K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of client relations and retail program management. This role involves overseeing contract execution, project performance, and expanding business opportunities w...

New Mexico, USRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Engage in strategic leadership to enhance wholesale market placements, ensuring optimal coverage and pricing. Oversee national partnerships and market execution while driving team performance and resp...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Transform enterprise sales in the public sector by driving automation solutions, building strategic relationships, and generating new business opportunities while collaborating with partners and stake...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at a leading software firm by owning the technical direction of AI-driven products. Collaborate across teams to establish standards, enhance workflows, and ensure safe, scalable ag...

Utah, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $185K *

Transform healthcare consulting by guiding clients in optimizing service capture strategies, enhancing revenue integrity, and leading impactful projects across diverse healthcare settings. Drive opera...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $124K *

Lead operational excellence by managing our CLM platform, ensuring efficient contract processes and seamless collaboration among stakeholders, vendors, and technology to optimize procurement operation...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Champion growth by leading strategic sales initiatives in marketing tech and UX design. Drive client relationships with Fortune 500 companies, leveraging expertise to secure new business and exceed re...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $254K *

Lead the charge in managing clinical trials from initiation to closeout, ensuring project deliverables meet quality, time, and cost expectations while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to dri...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $132K *

Architect tailored solutions for clients by leveraging deep industry expertise in the mortgage sector. Collaborate with account management to enhance client satisfaction and drive the development of e...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $211K *

Shape the future of cloud innovation as a strategic leader in Google Cloud architecture, driving enterprise solutions and fostering cross-functional collaboration to ensure secure, scalable, and compl...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of client implementations by managing projects, configuring software, and delivering training. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful go-lives and provide ongoing support...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive organizational success by leading HR initiatives, fostering team growth, ensuring compliance, and enhancing employee relations. Collaborate with leadership to develop strategies that align with...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.