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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$143K - $190K *

Champion a high-performing recruitment team, driving effective hiring strategies to attract elite sales talent while aligning with leadership to forecast and fulfill business growth needs efficiently...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower product innovation by leading cross-functional teams to define vision, enhance strategy, and drive execution for consumer-facing digital platforms, ensuring exceptional customer experiences an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $190K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in cloud-native architecture and enterprise technology. Lead architecture initiatives, mentor teams, and drive strategic technology decisions in a dynamic financial servic...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of enterprise technology by designing secure, scalable solutions in a modern AWS cloud environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and influence technolog...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in full-cycle recruitment, driving talent acquisition across technical and non-technical roles. Collaborate with global stakeholders to shape hiring strategies and build robust talent...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the HR landscape by leading strategic initiatives and building a high-performing team. Drive organizational effectiveness through innovative HR processes while ensuring compliance and foster...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Engage in proactive recruitment to attract top-performing Account Executives in the non-QM mortgage sector. Blend talent acquisition with market intelligence for strategic sourcing and relationship-bu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$158K - $276K *

Transform complex estates and trusts by managing assets, resolving tax issues, and advising beneficiaries. Collaborate with legal and investment teams to ensure compliance and optimize estate outcomes...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead and optimize mechanical engineering projects, managing design, coordination, and execution of HVAC and utilities while mentoring staff and ensuring adherence to industry standards and client goal...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading mechanical design for HVAC systems in complex projects. Manage workflows, mentor teams, and ensure quality while coordinating with diverse stakeholders to deliver innova...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic sourcing initiatives for complex software and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence and deliver impactful solutions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Optimize your recruiting skills by owning the full cycle of talent acquisition, engaging with top technical talent and leaders, and driving strategic hiring processes to build a world-class engineerin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Empower your career as a People Advisor supporting employee processes in the U.S. and Canada. This hybrid position focuses on onboarding, employee inquiries, and engagement initiatives. Contribute to...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$158K - $221K *

Champion the evolution of early career recruiting strategies, leading a high-performing team to build scalable talent pipelines that align with business objectives and enhance candidate experiences ac...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $221K *

Lead the charge in shaping early career recruiting strategies, building robust talent pipelines, and managing a high-performing team to attract top emerging talent across diverse technical and operati...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive talent acquisition success by building strategic pipelines and engaging top candidates. Collaborate with teams to align sourcing strategies with business needs, leveraging data and innovative ap...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's committed to elevating the recruitment process. As a Senior Recruiter, you'll drive full-cycle talent initiatives, fostering relationships and innovative strategies to attract top t...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of technical recruitment, building and scaling US-based research and engineering teams. Partner with leaders to define talent needs and ensure an exceptional cand...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing robust technical recruitment strategies, partnering closely with research leadership to hire exceptional talent across Research Science and Engineering, while delivering...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at our growing Talent Acquisition team, focusing on scaling US technical recruitment. You'll partner with leadership, shape recruitment strategy, and drive exceptional candidate ex...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform talent acquisition by leading lateral recruitment strategies for senior roles, partnering with executives to enhance workforce planning, and driving effective sourcing and candidate experien...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Optimize lateral recruiting efforts by leading strategy and execution across senior roles. Collaborate with stakeholders to refine hiring processes, enhance candidate experiences, and leverage metrics...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Lead strategic lateral recruiting for senior roles, collaborating with leaders to enhance talent acquisition and candidate experience while improving metrics and compliance...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $115K *

Drive top-of-funnel growth by executing high-volume outbound calls in a dynamic startup environment. This role offers autonomy and rapid advancement opportunities as you engage with key stakeholders a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$82K - $135K *

Discover new talent by embedding yourself within client cultures, utilizing innovative sourcing techniques to attract top candidates and partner with stakeholders to enhance recruitment practices acro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.