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, Associate Compensation & Benefits Tax Counsel
$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
Engineering Director | MEP & Technology
$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
Engineering Director | MEP & Technology
$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
Enterprise Account Executive, Corporate
$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...
Reposted 1 week ago
Recruiting and Internship Program Lead
$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...
3 weeks ago
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
2 days ago
$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
$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...
6 days ago
$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
Employee Success Partner (HRBP)
$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
$80K - $95K *
Champion a dynamic HR function, driving employee engagement and operational excellence. Collaborate with leadership to enhance workforce strategies, resolve conflicts, and implement HR initiatives tha...
4 days ago
$119K - $160K *
Empower brands to enhance digital experiences by leveraging Adobe Analytics and AEP. In this strategic role, you'll collaborate with clients to translate business goals into actionable insights, drivi...
1 week ago
$125K *
Lead and manage a 24/7 Global Security Operations Center, ensuring effective incident response, monitoring, and coordination. Foster a high-performing team environment while collaborating with leaders...
2 weeks ago
$140K - $210K *
Empower a dynamic team to deliver exceptional workplace experiences for a leading AI client. Oversee operations, manage client relationships, and ensure top-tier service standards while fostering a cu...
4 days ago
Recruiter Lead - Full Time (Guardteck)
$75K - $90K *
Lead the charge in talent acquisition strategy and execution across multiple regions, ensuring high-quality recruitment processes while mentoring a team of recruiters. Drive proactive sourcing, manage...
2 weeks ago
Sr Enterprise Account Exec ( Armis / Veza )
$130K - $215K *
Empower your career by driving new business sales in a dynamic SaaS environment. Collaborate with C-suite executives, lead account strategies, and leverage AI insights to enhance client relationships...
2 weeks ago
Sr Enterprise Account Exec ( Armis / Veza )
$130K - $215K *
Help us drive new business sales in a dynamic SaaS environment by building relationships with C-suite executives, strategizing account plans, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance client cyber...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $100K *
Transform HR operations by overseeing recruitment, employee relations, payroll, and compliance. Drive performance improvement and employee development while fostering a positive workplace culture thro...
3 weeks ago
Senior Human Resources Generalist (Recruiting & HR Analytics Focus)
$96K - $104K *
Unlock potential by serving as a strategic HR partner focusing on talent acquisition, compliance, and data analytics for federal contracts, driving workforce optimization while ensuring strict adheren...
4 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Accelerate progress at our dynamic sales team by driving revenue growth through effective relationship management and strategic sales tactics, while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance custome...
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Enterprise Account Executive - Arya
$125K - $175K *
Join a dynamic team to drive Enterprise sales in a fast-growing healthcare tech market. Own the full sales cycle, engage with clients, and shape innovative sales strategies while collaborating with a...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion talent acquisition strategies while leading a high-performing team to attract and engage top talent. Collaborate with business leaders to enhance recruitment practices and drive continuous im...
5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead a dynamic Talent Acquisition team to drive strategic recruitment initiatives, enhance employer branding, and foster a high-performance culture while partnering with business leaders to meet workf...
5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Innovate health, safety, environmental, and training programs across three chemical manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering continuous improvement and employee engageme...
Reposted 4 days 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.