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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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming software sales by driving technical solutions and creative outreach. Lead the full sales cycle and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver unique insights and busines...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $300K *

Join a team that's redefining critical infrastructure sales by leading full-cycle engagements, building lasting client relationships, and collaborating with experts to deliver tailored solutions in th...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K *

Lead the charge in managing on-site network infrastructure construction, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards across data centre projects. Collaborate with engineering and construction teams...

Vancouver, BCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise growth by leading AWS initiatives in Banking and Insurance. Build strategic relationships, drive sales, and execute plans to enhance customer experiences while managing complex co...

Orlando, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $225K *

Collaborate with our UHNW clients to provide tailored tax planning strategies. Lead a dedicated team, build client relationships, and deliver high-quality tax compliance services in a supportive, flex...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $150K *

Innovate within the healthcare engineering sector by providing expert electrical engineering support, ensuring compliance and enhancing the safety and efficiency of VA facilities across multiple proje...

Vienna, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming the future of healthcare finance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery and drive innovative solutions that empower clients a...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $150K *

Shape the future of healthcare connectivity by leading product strategy and delivery for advanced imaging solutions. Leverage your expertise in DICOM, FHIR, and cloud technologies to drive innovation...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of consulting in P&C insurance. Lead client engagements, ensure quality standards, and foster long-term relationships while driving business growth and mentoring...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $125K *

Drive the Reuse function within the Product Lifecycle team, ensuring efficient operations, stakeholder communication, and process consistency to support the mission of serving Veterans. Lead a team fo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial operations by leading accounting, reporting, and compliance efforts. Collaborate with teams to ensure integrity in financial data and support strategic growth initiatives while fos...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Drive revenue growth by engaging enterprise clients, utilizing your SaaS sales experience to exceed targets and build strong pipelines through proactive outreach and collaboration with internal teams...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $180K *

Champion labor relations excellence by ensuring a union-free environment, guiding management on associate relations, and designing impactful training programs to foster positive work cultures across T...

Georgia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$84K - $126K *

Transform client engagement through data-driven insights and innovative CRM solutions. Lead a dynamic team to enhance client intelligence, streamline processes, and drive strategic marketing initiativ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Lead Corporate FP&A initiatives, driving budgeting, forecasting, and performance management. Oversee financial analysis and reporting while enhancing systems and dashboards for improved decision-makin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Help us lead complex federal grant management projects, mentor teams, and ensure compliance while supporting clients in diverse sectors. Drive business development and contribute to thought leadership...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Optimize relationships with Alberta government agencies by driving Salesforce solutions to meet unique mandates, expanding account growth, and delivering impactful outcomes in a collaborative team env...

Alberta, CARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead digital marketing initiatives, focusing on webinars and paid advertising to drive engagement and generate leads. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize strategies an...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$222K - $278K *

Develop executive-level relationships and drive revenue growth in strategic accounts by managing the entire sales process. Champion our cultural principles while thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced envi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$222K - $278K *

Reimagine enterprise sales by developing executive relationships and leading customer engagements. Drive revenue growth through strategic deal-making with a focus on customers while embodying core cul...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $151K *

Reimagine customer engagement in the IoT space, driving innovative solutions for small to medium businesses. Leverage your sales expertise to navigate complex negotiations and build lasting relations...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $169K *

Shape the future by leading business development and strategic partnerships in the electric utilities sector, creating impactful relationships and driving successful project launches to advance transp...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Transform healthcare sales by driving enterprise adoption of cutting-edge ultrasound solutions. Build strategic relationships, execute impactful sales strategies, and lead complex negotiations to achi...

Houston, TXRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise sales through strategic prospecting and relationship management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to close complex deals and leverage AI tools to enhance...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $150K *

Champion growth by driving new business and enhancing customer relationships. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored packaging solutions while executing effective sales strategies to capt...

Rock Island, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.