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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$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by driving strategic initiatives and M&A activities through in-depth research, analysis, and collaboration with senior leadership to inform corporate decisions and shape the comp...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your recruiting career by driving full-cycle technical recruitment for specialized software roles. Collaborate with hiring managers to attract top engineering talent in a dynamic, high-growth...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in recruiting skilled tradespeople for a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and develop effective sourcing strategies tha...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$67K - $111K *

Unlock your potential by managing and enhancing internal communications tools, while delivering impactful content. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive engagement and streamline processes...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Empower our talent acquisition strategy by leading process improvements, enhancing candidate experiences, and developing a high-performing team. Collaborate with HR leaders to shape best practices and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive your career by designing and scaling AI capabilities for a global insurance platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement high-performance AI systems that enhance di...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in talent acquisition strategies, managing a team to optimize recruitment processes and enhance employer branding while fostering diverse talent partnerships to meet organizational goa...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $231K *

Lead and develop recruitment operations to enhance client engagement and project success. Collaborate across teams to translate client needs into actionable recruitment strategies, ensuring optimal de...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $137K *

Empower growth by partnering with leaders to attract top talent for complex roles. Utilize strategic sourcing and market insights to enhance workforce planning and succession strategies, ensuring alig...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $126K *

Lead the charge in managing credit product risk and profitability for a diverse portfolio, ensuring loan quality and structuring large corporate transactions while providing expert consultation to cli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Drive full-cycle recruiting across corporate functions, building strategies, engaging talent, and providing consultative guidance to hiring managers. Leverage your expertise to influence hiring decisi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's redefining corporate recruiting by owning full-cycle searches across multiple functions. Utilize strong sourcing skills and strategic insights to identify top talent and engage seni...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in People & Business Operations, overseeing employee lifecycle and corporate operations. Drive organizational effectiveness and risk management, ensuring clear communication and coordi...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of employee compensation and benefits by providing expert tax and legal guidance. Collaborate with management to ensure compliance and optimize plans globally, leveraging your extensi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Optimize engineering processes by directing projects and leading teams to deliver high-quality mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and technology solutions. Foster client relationships and ensure operat...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Lead and innovate within the MEPT division by driving project excellence, managing teams, and enhancing client relationships. Your expertise will shape high-quality engineering solutions across divers...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $141K *

Transform HR practices by leading employee relations, performance management, and policy development. Collaborate with leadership to enhance workforce engagement and compliance, ensuring a supportive...

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $140K *

Lead the charge in driving new business for Fortune 1000 companies, utilizing your proven sales expertise. You'll own an extensive territory, managing the full sales lifecycle and collaborating closel...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Manage the recruiting process and lead a robust internship program that develops talent and fosters strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates. Drive continuous improvement and enhance t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming public sector consulting by guiding organizations through digital transformation and ERP implementations, while managing high-impact teams and fostering client relation...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $90K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic sales team focused on driving new business in commercial real estate. Leverage AI tools and collaborate cross-functionally to engage high-value accounts and exceed sal...

Yesterday

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

$90K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing the full recruiting lifecycle for attorneys. Collaborate with leadership to attract top legal talent, oversee lateral and law school recruiting, and enhance candidate e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$129K - $194K *

Accelerate client acquisition and revenue growth by leveraging strategic insights and consultative sales skills. Collaborate cross-functionally to establish trusted relationships and drive solutions t...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Advance the recruitment strategy by leading a team to attract top talent. Collaborate with leadership to forecast hiring needs and implement efficient recruiting processes for sustained growth in a dy...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $145K *

Take ownership of employee success by partnering with leaders to drive organizational strategies, enhance employee engagement, and implement scalable People programs that empower teams in a dynamic, h...

1 week ago

  •   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.