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.
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.
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 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.
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.
$80K - $95K *
Optimize HR operations by partnering with leadership to enhance workforce engagement, manage compliance, and drive performance initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring a productive...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Join us to lead company-wide recruiting efforts, shaping talent strategy and building a high-performing team. Drive critical searches, enhance processes, and elevate candidate experience to support ou...
Today
Senior Consultant, Productivity
$116K - $136K *
Transform operational performance by leading assessments, optimizing processes, and delivering AI-enabled solutions. Collaborate with clients to drive measurable improvements and mentor junior consult...
Today
Senior Consultant, Productivity
$133K - $157K *
Transform operational performance by leading assessments and optimizing processes. Collaborate with clients to implement AI-driven solutions that enhance productivity and deliver measurable business o...
Today
Senior Associate – Palantir Forward Deployed Engineer
$123K - $161K *
Pioneer innovative solutions by collaborating with stakeholders to design, develop, and deploy data-driven applications using the Palantir Foundry platform, enhancing operational efficiency and addres...
1 week ago
Recruitment Business Partner (Hybrid)
$76K - $98K *
Lead the recruitment strategy by partnering with stakeholders to deliver exceptional talent acquisition services, leveraging innovative sourcing techniques and market insights to attract top candidate...
Yesterday
Senior Recruiter, HCIT & Federal
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in full-cycle recruiting for technical and federal roles, managing candidate pipelines and screening processes. Collaborate with hiring managers to align on requirements and enhance em...
6 days ago
Technical Recruiter (Inference)
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of AI recruitment by driving innovative sourcing strategies, engaging top technical talent, and enhancing our hiring processes in a fast-paced environment. Join us to redefine recruit...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$117K - $176K *
Lead the charge in enhancing HR processes and employee engagement, partnering with management to drive talent management, performance, and organizational efficiency in a dynamic manufacturing environm...
6 days ago
Human Resources Manager/Senior Recuiter
$88K - $105K *
Grow your career with a dynamic HR role that blends recruitment expertise and operational management. Lead full-cycle recruitment for key positions while overseeing HR operations, ensuring compliance...
2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Optimize project success by leveraging your expertise in managing large-scale commercial and public projects, directing teams and maintaining stakeholder relationships to ensure quality, adherence to...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Vice President, Account Executive - Natural Resources
$160K - $200K *
Empower growth by leading strategic client relationships in the natural resources sector. Drive innovative risk solutions and collaborate with executive teams to enhance decision-making for complex or...
4 days ago
$90K - $120K *
Shape the future of talent acquisition by partnering with HR and leaders to attract top talent, manage searches, and enhance the recruiting process. This hands-on role balances immediate needs with lo...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving growth by managing the full sales cycle with law firms. Engage stakeholders and close high-value deals while building strategies for business expansion. Your expertise will...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Grow your career with a prominent architectural firm as a Senior Designer, taking the lead in innovative project design, mentoring talent, and delivering exceptional solutions across educational facil...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in innovative design solutions, mentoring junior staff while driving exceptional project outcomes. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and consistency across all phases, making a...
2 weeks ago
Senior Recruiter, HCIT & Federal
$95K - $115K *
Drive full-cycle recruiting for technical and federal roles, managing candidate pipelines and screening processes. Partner with hiring managers to align on requirements and timelines while enhancing e...
6 days ago
Senior Associate - Palantir Forward Deployed Engineer
$123K - $161K *
Tackle complex business challenges by designing and deploying solutions using the Palantir Foundry platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate data, develop analytics, and enhance operational...
2 weeks ago
$189K - $331K *
Transform client relationships by delivering expert fiduciary advice and tailored solutions. Manage a diverse portfolio, ensuring client satisfaction through proactive communication and collaboration...
Yesterday
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality educational projects by leading MEP engineering teams. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage project timelines, and ensure successful execution...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform the future of engineering talent acquisition by owning end-to-end searches, building deep talent pipelines, and partnering with leadership to attract exceptional engineers in a fast-paced, i...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join us to drive sales of an innovative AI product, engaging finance professionals from prospecting to close. Collaborate with the founding team to shape market strategies and build a repeatable sales...
6 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Pioneer the sales strategy as our first Account Executive, driving full-cycle enterprise deals while collaborating cross-functionally to innovate and scale our approach in a dynamic AI SaaS environmen...
6 days ago
Director, HR Business Partnering
$121K - $165K *
Lead the charge in shaping and executing innovative talent strategies. Collaborate with business leaders to drive organizational development, workforce planning, and high-performance culture within a...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $175K *
Elevate our talent acquisition by engaging with leaders to find passionate individuals committed to excellence. Drive best practices in full-cycle recruiting, creating a stellar candidate experience w...
3 weeks ago
What does an executive recruiter do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.