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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$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K *

Drive talent acquisition success by leading a recruiting team, partnering with business leaders, and implementing effective hiring strategies to meet workforce needs across multiple regions and roles...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to shaping talent strategies and enhancing recruitment processes. Lead a dynamic recruiting POD, collaborate with business leaders, and drive full-cycle recruiting to meet...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Transform talent acquisition by leading a dynamic recruiting team, partnering with business leaders to develop effective hiring strategies, and ensuring a seamless candidate experience across diverse...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing organizational performance through strategic HR initiatives. Drive talent management, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness while partnering w...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by partnering with leaders to define recruitment strategies, engage diverse talent, and enhance candidate experiences. Drive initiatives for early talent programs while leveragin...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $94K *

Champion talent acquisition excellence by leading and mentoring a dynamic team. Oversee full-cycle recruiting while optimizing performance, developing strategies, and collaborating with hiring manager...

3 weeks ago

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

$65K - $94K *

Empower talent acquisition success by leading and mentoring a dynamic team. Oversee strategic recruiting initiatives, manage requisition workflows, and collaborate with hiring managers to strengthen t...

3 weeks ago

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

$65K - $94K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in talent acquisition, mentoring recruiters, and enhancing candidate sourcing strategies. Lead efforts in building robust talent pipelines and support hiring mana...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Drive impactful leadership hiring by owning Director-level searches across G&A and business functions. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to identify and attract top talent, ensuring alignment with...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading HR and administrative functions, ensuring compliance and enhancing employee satisfaction. Collaborate with leadership to drive talent strategy and foster a positive work...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$159K - $196K *

Join us in redefining talent acquisition by optimizing operations, enhancing candidate experiences, and driving impactful strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage technology and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the enhancement of HR technology solutions by collaborating with stakeholders, gathering requirements, and optimizing processes to ensure effective implementation and adoption of systems that dri...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Empower our clients through AI and automation by leading project delivery, managing relationships, and ensuring successful outcomes. Drive commercial governance across multiple engagements, fostering...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the talent acquisition landscape by building and leading a global, data-driven strategy that attracts top talent across regions. Partner with executive leadership to shape a scalable, effici...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.