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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$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Strategist, leading human-centered design and research initiatives to drive impactful solutions for government and defense clients. Collaborate with cross-functional teams t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$71K - $143K *

Transform talent acquisition by driving global commercial hiring strategies, enhancing candidate experience, and building robust talent pipelines. Collaborate with leaders across 25+ countries to ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $180K *

Transform your career by building innovative systems and tools in a dynamic Talent team. Collaborate with colleagues to solve complex challenges, enhance workflows, and drive executive searches, all w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in transforming client management on a global scale. Drive retention, satisfaction, and revenue through world-class strategies, while overseeing a high-energy team dedicated to excelle...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive the future of talent acquisition by leading full-cycle recruiting, building strong pipelines, and enhancing hiring processes. Collaborate with teams to identify top talent and leverage AI tools...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Shape your career by optimizing Workday solutions across Benefits, Compensation, and Reporting. Collaborate with HR and IT to enhance system functionality, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous im...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion the optimization of Workday Advanced Compensation by leading implementations and enhancing HCM modules. Partner with clients and teams to drive innovation, deliver strategic solutions, and en...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$212K - $232K *

Champion client success by leading strategic engagements and providing data-driven insights. Collaborate with teams to tackle complex challenges while fostering professional development and delivering...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$212K - $232K *

Contribute to impactful client engagements by leading teams and delivering data-driven solutions that navigate complex business challenges. Collaborate with senior leadership and develop strategical i...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$79K - $121K *

Empower strategic growth by analyzing M&A opportunities and driving business development initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance market positioning and support sustainability e...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$79K - $121K *

Accelerate growth by driving strategic M&A initiatives, analyzing market trends, and supporting business development efforts to enhance profitability and sustainability objectives across the organizat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $150K *

Engage with key stakeholders to drive revenue growth by closing new business and managing client relationships. Thrive in a fast-paced environment, utilizing strategic prospecting to build and optimiz...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Drive revenue growth by acquiring new business and managing key accounts, leveraging relationship-building, lead generation, and strategic selling in a fast-paced environment to redefine contractor ri...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$235K - $358K *

Elevate strategic partnerships by driving revenue growth through consultative selling and cross-functional collaboration. Lead complex account strategies for global clients, ensuring alignment and del...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $200K *

Lead transformative legal AI projects by partnering with frontier labs to define quality standards and deliver impactful datasets. Collaborate with a small team to enhance legal reasoning through inno...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading client engagements, driving innovation through AI tools, and mentoring junior team members. Contribute to a dynamic communications team while managing strategic mandates...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in crafting and executing strategic communications for clients, ensuring high-quality media engagement and crisis management while mentoring junior team members and driving successful...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Engage with clients to streamline communications and enhance account management strategies using innovative AI tools. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver impactful strategic plans, assist in cr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Empower growth by owning the full sales cycle, driving demos, and converting leads into loyal customers, all while collaborating with teams to enhance go-to-market strategies and leveraging AI tools f...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive engagement by creating compelling marketing content in a fast-paced environment. Lead end-to-end marketing collateral production, collaborate with practice leaders, and manage multiple projects...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead marketing efforts to create compelling content for healthcare projects, driving brand engagement and client pursuits. Collaborate across teams to produce high-quality collateral and manage multip...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Transform global HR operations by leading people initiatives that enhance engagement, performance, and culture. Collaborate with management to recruit talent and implement strategic HR plans aligned w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive success by leading a regional Capital Projects Team, ensuring project quality and alignment with engineering standards. Oversee a diverse team, manage budgets, and implement best practices to ac...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Partner with us to drive HR strategies and foster relationships across all levels, enhancing organizational performance and supporting manufacturing goals through effective talent management and emplo...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Transform HR operations by managing and optimizing the HRIS, ensuring data integrity and user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting, drive process improvements, and...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.