Executive Recruiter Jobs

Explore Executive Recruiter jobs that connect experienced recruiting professionals with leadership opportunities. Executive recruiters identify, assess, and attract senior leaders and specialized talent for organizations, often partnering directly with executives and hiring teams. Browse vetted opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does an Executive Recruiter Do?

Executive recruiters manage searches for senior-level, executive, and hard-to-fill positions. Their work may include clarifying role requirements with stakeholders, sourcing and engaging candidates, evaluating qualifications, coordinating interviews, supporting offer negotiations, and maintaining candidate relationships. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on in-house talent acquisition, retained or contingency search, or a particular industry or function.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly value strong communication, relationship-building, and consultative skills, along with experience managing complex searches. Knowledge of sourcing strategies, applicant tracking systems, interview practices, and compensation discussions can be useful. Some positions also seek expertise in a specific sector, executive function, or geographic market. Requirements vary by employer and seniority.

Executive Recruiter Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, employer, and whether the role includes incentives or commission. Executive recruiters can progress into senior recruiting, talent acquisition leadership, search practice management, or broader human resources roles. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover opportunities that match their career goals.

Find Executive Recruiter Jobs on Ladders

Search Executive Recruiter openings and review job details, qualifications, and compensation information to identify roles that fit your experience. Explore opportunities across employers and industries, and take the next step toward a senior recruiting career.

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$170K - $185K *

Champion HR excellence by leading talent strategy, performance management, and organizational development. Collaborate with executives to enhance employee experience and drive continuous improvement a...

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

$90K - $110K *

Partner with us to attract and hire top talent, driving hiring strategies and delivering a high-quality candidate experience in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Your expertise will shape the futu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of the recruitment lifecycle, sourcing top talent, and influencing hiring strategies. Collaborate closely with leaders to drive impactful outcomes and enhance team performance in a fast...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $120K *

Execute recruiting operations by managing candidate logistics and optimizing ATS processes. You'll enhance candidate experiences and drive data-driven decisions to improve hiring outcomes while ensuri...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team to attract top talent for engineering and manufacturing roles across multiple locations, fostering an exceptional candidate experience and supporting a healthier world through impa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $145K *

Elevate client relationships by coordinating complex account administration, resolving issues, and enhancing service delivery. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and efficiency while mentorin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the sales cycle, partnering with top corporates and law firms to innovate in AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tailor offerings, drive product adoption, and refine acquisit...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer impactful B2B sales efforts, collaborating globally to drive AI solutions for top law firms and corporates while refining account strategies and building trusted relationships for scalable gro...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $93K *

Join a team that's driving brand success by supporting brokers and customers. This role enhances communication and organization, ensuring seamless operations and effective marketing strategies in a fa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining AI policy. Partner closely with the VP to manage strategic initiatives, enhance workflows, and tackle complex challenges in a fast-paced environment, ensuring impactful c...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team and shape the future of talent acquisition across editorial, podcast, and operations roles. You'll manage full-cycle recruiting, partnering with leaders to attract top talent while...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead a high-impact portfolio managing diverse suppliers, driving strategy, compliance, and innovation to enhance procurement practices and deliver measurable business outcomes across the organization...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise automation by building and scaling our emerging talent program. You'll create pathways for top early-career talent, ensuring a sustainable pipeline...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$213K - $263K *

Engage with cutting-edge legal frameworks to support autonomous vehicle operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive regulatory compliance and foster relationships with government auth...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join us to lead technical recruiting efforts by developing targeted strategies, partnering with leaders, and enhancing candidate experiences. Play a pivotal role in driving the growth of technical cap...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of employee relations by guiding managers and employees through complex HR scenarios, ensuring compliance and clarity while enhancing workplace experiences and driving effective peopl...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing strategic marketing initiatives for the Commercial & Institutional sectors, driving brand growth and opportunity generation through integrated campaigns and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by driving full-cycle recruiting for early career candidates, enhancing employer branding, and fostering strong partnerships to meet workforce needs while ensuri...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower early career talent acquisition by driving full-cycle recruiting, enhancing candidate experiences, and building strategic partnerships to align talent strategies with business needs...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining technical recruiting by driving full-cycle engagements, optimizing operational processes, and enhancing candidate experiences to attract top engineering talent swiftly an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $215K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technical recruiting. Lead strategic initiatives to attract and hire top talent in engineering, AI, and product while optimizing efficiency and candidate exper...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $131K *

Optimize your career by leading Talent Acquisition initiatives across North America. Collaborate with leaders to enhance recruitment strategies, improve candidate experiences, and manage a talented te...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$67K - $111K *

Innovate client relationships by providing exceptional support and solutions, facilitating seamless communication and issue resolution while driving growth opportunities within a collaborative team en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $195K *

Champion the future of talent acquisition by leading full-cycle recruiting for commercial roles. Leverage your expertise to build high-performing teams, drive data-informed decisions, and partner with...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $160K *

Partner with us to engage top technical talent, driving innovative recruitment strategies, building relationships, and enhancing our talent acquisition efforts within a fast-paced, AI-driven environme...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an executive recruiter do?question toggle

    An executive recruiter finds and evaluates candidates for senior leadership and other specialized positions. Responsibilities may include working with hiring leaders, sourcing candidates, conducting assessments, coordinating interviews, and supporting offer discussions.

  • What qualifications do executive recruiter jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for recruiting or executive search experience, strong communication and relationship-building skills, and familiarity with sourcing tools and hiring processes. Industry expertise or experience recruiting for particular functions may also be preferred.

  • How much do executive recruiters earn?question toggle

    Executive recruiter pay varies by experience, location, industry, employer, and compensation structure. Some roles may include incentives or commission. Review each job listing for available salary information; Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find executive recruiter jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Executive Recruiter listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compensation and role requirements vary, so check individual listings for details.

  • What career paths can executive recruiters pursue?question toggle

    Experienced executive recruiters may advance to senior or principal recruiter roles, lead talent acquisition teams, manage an executive search practice, or move into broader human resources and talent leadership positions.