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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$80K - $95K *

Engage with clients to design and implement effective employee benefits programs. Leverage your expertise to manage renewals, provide strategic consulting, and foster relationships, while supporting n...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Empower clients by developing tailored employee benefits programs. Collaborate with producers to provide strategic consulting, manage renewals, and resolve issues, while fostering strong relationships...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Grow your career with a critical role in executive support and project management. Utilize your organizational skills to maintain schedules, track assignments, and facilitate effective communication a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$83K - $141K *

Drive risk management excellence by executing control test plans and enhancing testing practices across business units. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify trends and solutions, ensuring complia...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $141K *

Elevate risk management by executing control test plans and enhancing testing practices across business units. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify trends and solutions, ensuring compliance and o...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $187K *

Drive the recruitment strategy by identifying and qualifying top talent nationally. Collaborate with management to implement innovative sourcing programs and manage the full recruiting life cycle, ens...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform talent acquisition by engaging with leaders to identify, attract, and secure top candidates. Leverage innovative strategies to enhance recruitment processes and ensure a diverse talent pool...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team focused on engineering and troubleshooting electrical control systems for heat treating equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency while engaging with clients on-site for support an...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $100K *

Transform the recruitment landscape by leading full-cycle talent acquisition, partnering with business leaders to address complex hiring needs, and enhancing candidate experiences while driving strate...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Deliver full-cycle technical recruiting to enhance our engineering teams. You will creatively source and engage candidates, manage the interview process, and ensure a great candidate experience while...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Support C-suite executives by leading corporate communications, managing media relations, and enhancing executive presence through strategic messaging and storytelling...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $90K *

The Account Executive in New York City is responsible for leading and managing daily operations of the field to achieve business goals, overseeing a team of Beauty Educators and Retail Account Coordin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $85K *

Empower a dynamic sales team by leading operations, driving performance, and achieving business goals. Collaborate with team members to enhance skills, ensure compliance, and foster strong retailer re...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive revenue growth and strategic account management across a diverse portfolio. You'll own the full sales cycle, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build lasting relatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $120K *

Drive the future of talent acquisition by leading full-cycle recruiting, ensuring compliance, and developing strategic sourcing initiatives in a dynamic federal contractor environment. Collaborate wit...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$56K - $106K *

Transform your career by providing specialized administrative support to high-level engagements. Collaborate with internal and external clients, manage complex schedules, and ensure operational excell...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of recruiting as a foundational hire, driving talent acquisition strategies, creating effective hiring processes, and building a world-class team in a high-growth startup environment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative eDiscovery solutions by managing complex projects, collaborating with legal teams, and mentoring staff. Ensure quality deliverables while exceeding client expectations through exper...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Drive competitive compensation strategies to attract and retain top talent. Partner with cross-functional teams to develop scalable programs, ensuring equitable practices that align with our rapid gro...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in project management for innovative design solutions, collaborating with teams to ensure timely, high-quality completions while fostering client relationships and guiding project deli...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of aerospace by driving talent acquisition strategies, engaging top technical candidates, and enhancing recruitment processes to build a dynamic engineering team focused on satellite...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$71K - $99K *

Empower your career by leading full life cycle recruiting efforts, utilizing innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent in healthcare. Collaborate with teams to enhance onboarding and promot...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K *

Drive full life cycle recruiting by sourcing, screening, and placing candidates in healthcare roles. Collaborate with teams to enhance recruitment strategies and promote organizational culture while e...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $158K *

Shape the future of our organization by partnering with leaders to enhance HR strategies, drive employee engagement, and support talent development in a dynamic, mission-driven environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $158K *

Support strategic alignment of human capital with business objectives, driving inclusion and engagement initiatives, managing talent development, and advising on employee relations. Champion diverse t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.