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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$176K - $267K *

The Senior Director of Global Corporate Development will lead M&A transactions and serve as the primary contact for acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures. This role involves collaborating wit...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

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

$176K - $267K *

The Senior Director of Global Corporate Development will lead M&A transactions and serve as the primary contact for acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures. This role involves partnering with v...

Reposted 1 month ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of HR technology by leading the strategy and execution of user-centered solutions. Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance operations, governance, and compliance while driving...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $135K *

Lead the charge in enabling teams to confidently adopt AI tools, supporting user integration and training efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders globally to drive tangible business value and enhance w...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Innovate recruitment strategies to attract top talent, manage summer programs, and enhance client relationships. Drive metrics and reporting while ensuring a seamless candidate experience from applica...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Innovate employee engagement strategies by leveraging data insights and advanced analytics. Lead survey projects, conduct statistical analyses, and present findings to executives, driving organization...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$79K - $109K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic sales team focused on strategic accounts. Collaborate with senior leaders to drive enterprise-level sales and contribute to significant growth in a fast-paced, in...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$79K - $109K *

Advance your sales career by driving new business in strategic accounts. Collaborate with senior leaders to manage complex enterprise sales cycles and contribute to team success while selling an award...

New York, NYRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the construction of a 1 GW hyperscale data center campus, driving strategic execution, client relations, and operational excellence from preconstruction to commissioning while fostering a culture...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$150K *

Transform healthcare advisory relationships by driving strategic growth initiatives across key regions. Collaborate with leaders to enhance provider strategies, optimize performance, and ensure financ...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K *

Drive strategic growth by expanding healthcare advisory relationships, identifying consulting opportunities, and enhancing provider performance across multiple zones. Collaborate with cross-functional...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K *

Lead the charge in expanding healthcare advisory relationships across the west and northeast zones. Drive strategic growth by identifying and advancing consulting opportunities tied to health system p...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K *

Lead the charge in expanding healthcare advisory relationships across the west and northeast zones. Drive strategic growth by identifying and advancing consulting opportunities tied to health system p...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K *

Lead strategic growth initiatives by expanding healthcare advisory relationships, driving business development, and enhancing provider strategies across key regions. Collaborate with cross-functional...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $100K *

Engage with founders and investors to drive client acquisition through relationship-building. Leverage in-person networking to generate referrals and close deals, collaborating closely with implementa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Empower a dynamic HR team by leading recruitment efforts and HR initiatives that enhance organizational success, ensuring compliance with employment laws and fostering employee development and perform...

3 weeks ago

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

$122K - $184K *

Drive the creation and implementation of a global employee relations function, navigating complex cases and ensuring compliance across multiple regions while coaching leaders and developing policies t...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$107K - $134K *

Champion AI reputation strategies by leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance brand visibility and narrative accuracy. Drive proactive communications and establish a Center of Excellence for AI...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$122K - $184K *

Transform employee relations globally by managing complex investigations, advising leaders, and ensuring compliance with regional practices. Collaborate to build scalable frameworks while navigating d...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$122K - $184K *

Help us build a global employee relations function that ensures compliance, consistency, and fairness across all regions, while navigating complex investigations and coaching leaders through critical...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Empower your career by leading full-cycle talent acquisition for Legal Support Services. Collaborate with hiring managers, build talent pipelines, and enhance candidate experiences while implementing...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $175K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional support to our CEO, managing complex travel and personal logistics with precision. This role demands high availability, attention to detail, and t...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$56K - $105K *

Transform your career by driving new business development and building strategic partnerships. As a key player, you'll engage with decision-makers, present solutions, and manage the sales pipeline to...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading full-cycle recruitment for Reconditioning sites. Build strong partnerships, develop talent pipelines, and enhance hiring strategies while coaching a team to achieve excelle...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in full-cycle recruitment for Reconditioning sites, shaping hiring strategies and building talent pipelines. Collaborate with leaders, mentor a small team, and elevate the candidate ex...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.