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.
Senior Director, Talent Management
$150K - $180K *
Engage in shaping talent management strategies that ensure a future-ready leadership pipeline. Collaborate across departments to deliver scalable, measurable solutions that align talent development wi...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$83K - $104K *
Champion the full-cycle recruitment process in a dynamic, multi-union environment, delivering strategic talent solutions and enhancing workforce diversity while managing multiple concurrent projects t...
1 week ago
Account Executive, North America
$100K - $120K *
Drive growth in North America's evolving power markets by leading sales of software and advisory services. Engage with diverse stakeholders to deliver tailored solutions and exceed annual targets whil...
3 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Drive reliability engineering strategies to enhance flight system safety and performance. Lead multi-disciplinary teams, oversee project planning, and ensure risk-informed decisions throughout the pro...
3 weeks ago
Manager People & Culture Business Partner
$112K - $141K *
Unlock potential by partnering with leaders to drive talent development, enhance organizational effectiveness, and lead change initiatives, fostering a high-performance culture aligned with business g...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $90K *
Unlock potential by joining our FP&A team to drive budgeting and forecasting processes, analyze financial variances, and partner with business leaders to enhance decision-making and operational effici...
Yesterday
Sr Professional Services Manager (Implementation Manager)
$100K - $125K *
Execute complex enterprise implementations, translating customer needs into actionable strategies. Leverage your expertise to connect teams and drive successful onboarding while enhancing customer sat...
Reposted yesterday
$76K - $90K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional investment management services. This role involves collaborating with Wealth Advisors to strategize and implement portfolio solutions, ensuring a...
6 days ago
$80K - $100K *
Transform recruiting operations by coordinating seamless interview processes, enhancing candidate experiences, and supporting scaling efforts across diverse teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to opt...
Reposted 1 week ago
$99K - $164K *
Drive enterprise growth by leading the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, across major accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions and ensure customer s...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive the full recruitment cycle, from job postings to onboarding, ensuring a seamless candidate experience while managing multiple requisitions and leveraging diverse sourcing strategies to attract t...
2 weeks ago
Corporate Director of Human Resources
$110K - $130K *
Champion HR strategy and operations across the organization, ensuring alignment with business goals, compliance, and the development of a high-performing workforce through effective leadership and inn...
2 weeks ago
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, Emerging Talent
$110K - $140K *
Champion full-cycle recruitment for early-career talent, collaborating with stakeholders, driving innovative outreach, and managing internship programs to enhance our workforce and foster strong relat...
3 weeks ago
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, Emerging Talent
$110K - $140K *
Pioneer top talent acquisition by partnering with leaders to source, recruit, and onboard emerging professionals. Drive innovative outreach strategies and build connections with academic institutions...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, Emerging Talent
$110K - $140K *
Join a collaborative team as you drive full-cycle recruitment, focusing on emerging talent in the construction industry. You'll partner with leaders, engage with educational institutions, and enhance...
3 weeks ago
Regional Business Director- Americas
$228K - $331K *
Elevate regional commercial strategy and execution, driving growth and profitability across Specialty Carbons, Specialty Compounds, and Fumed Silica product lines while leading a high-performing team...
2 weeks ago
Conflicts Analyst (Lateral Recruitment Focus)
$145K - $165K *
Join us to navigate complex conflicts of interest and support seamless onboarding processes. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and enhance risk management strategies while contributi...
1 week ago
$99K - $149K *
Deliver comprehensive recruitment solutions by managing the full lifecycle of talent acquisition. Collaborate with hiring teams to identify needs, source candidates, and ensure a seamless candidate ex...
1 week ago
$135K - $145K *
Drive success by building strong client relationships in HR Sales Consulting. Engage in prospecting, nurturing leads, and closing deals while leveraging advanced sales tools to exceed targets and enha...
1 week ago
$135K - $145K *
Unlock potential by driving HR sales consulting through relationship building, prospecting, and leveraging sales tools. Manage a dynamic sales funnel to exceed quotas and deliver exceptional client se...
1 week ago
Placement Specialist - Large Commercial
$65K - $125K *
Lead the charge in managing complex commercial insurance placements, overseeing timelines, conducting analyses, and negotiating terms. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored risk solutions and mai...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's transforming the legal industry by driving AI adoption. As a key player, you'll manage inbound leads, schedule demos, and close deals, helping legal teams gain a competitive edge. Y...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Account Executive | Large Enterprise - Global Tech
$101K - $140K *
Shape client relationships and drive growth by managing complex sales processes with C-Level executives in large enterprises, ensuring maximum value delivery and identifying new opportunities for expa...
Yesterday
Senior Counsel for LA Office (Remote in CA)
$235K - $305K *
Lead complex California employment litigation, managing cases from inception to trial. Collaborate with clients and partners to develop strategies, ensuring exceptional outcomes in single-plaintiff, c...
2 weeks ago
Senior Counsel for LA Office (Remote in CA)
$235K - $305K *
Join a dynamic team to lead complex California employment litigation, managing cases from inception to trial. Collaborate with clients and partners to deliver exceptional outcomes in single-plaintiff...
2 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.