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.
$105K - $115K *
Join us to elevate talent acquisition standards, lead complex searches, and foster an excellent candidate experience. Partner with hiring managers to cultivate strategic hiring and continuous improvem...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Unlock your potential by delivering tailored HR solutions across diverse industries. Collaborate with teams to enhance employee relations, talent acquisition, and compliance while fostering a culture...
3 weeks ago
Vice President, Institutional Sales, Client Relationship Manager
$150K - $180K *
Transform institutional sales by driving growth, nurturing client relationships, and delivering tailored investment solutions to institutional investors. Leverage your expertise to secure new business...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in financial oversight and accounting excellence, ensuring robust processes and compliance while managing a dedicated team. Drive efficiency and accuracy in reporting, invoicing, and p...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's driving growth in construction accounting. Lead daily operations, financial strategy, and team development while ensuring accurate reporting and internal controls to support organiz...
3 weeks ago
Managing Consultant- Market Access
$125K - $150K *
Build impactful solutions in Market Access by leading diverse project teams, developing client strategies, and enhancing healthcare insights. Drive business growth and mentor junior consultants in a d...
3 weeks ago
Endowments and Foundations Investment Consultant
$122K - $244K *
Support your career growth by delivering tailored investment solutions for Endowment and Foundation clients. Collaborate with teams, mentor juniors, and engage clients to enhance service offerings in...
3 days ago
Endowments and Foundations Investment Consultant
$122K - $244K *
Empower clients by delivering tailored investment solutions for Endowments and Foundations. Collaborate with teams to enhance strategies, mentor junior staff, and drive growth in a dynamic, client-foc...
3 days ago
Endowments and Foundations Investment Consultant
$122K - $244K *
Engage with clients to deliver tailored investment solutions, leveraging your expertise in endowments and foundations. Collaborate across teams, mentor junior colleagues, and drive business developmen...
3 days ago
Endowments and Foundations Investment Consultant
$122K - $244K *
Engage with clients to deliver tailored investment solutions, leveraging expertise in endowments and foundations. Collaborate across teams, mentor junior colleagues, and drive business development in...
3 days ago
Endowments and Foundations Investment Consultant
$122K - $244K *
Innovate your career by delivering tailored investment solutions for Endowment and Foundation clients. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior colleagues, and engage clients to enhance service offerings...
3 days ago
Endowments and Foundations Investment Consultant
$122K - $244K *
Transform client investment strategies by delivering tailored solutions and expert advice. Collaborate with teams to enhance service offerings for Endowment and Foundation clients while mentoring juni...
3 days ago
Sr. Project Manager - Construction
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing large-scale construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with quality and safety standards while fostering collaboration among teams an...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform technical hiring by owning the full-cycle recruitment process. Collaborate with leadership to build a sourcing strategy, assess candidates, and enhance the candidate experience while scaling...
6 days ago
Director, Strategic Industry Programs
$115K - $120K *
Join a team that's committed to driving industry initiatives and enhancing member value. Lead cross-functional projects and foster stakeholder engagement to bring innovative programs to life while ens...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $140K *
Unlock potential by collaborating with clients to deliver innovative solutions in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors, while driving project execution and analysis to address critical busines...
1 week ago
Enterprise Account Director - Corporate Legal
$220K - $270K *
Unlock potential by driving sales growth in corporate legal sectors through strategic client engagement and pipeline development. Collaborate with leadership to optimize customer relationships and exp...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
$110K - $130K *
Lead end-to-end recruitment for senior roles, partnering with executives to shape hiring strategies and enhance talent acquisition initiatives while ensuring a high-quality candidate experience and co...
4 days ago
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
$110K - $130K *
Lead end-to-end recruitment for senior roles, partnering with executives to shape hiring strategies and enhance talent acquisition initiatives. Drive process improvements and deliver exceptional candi...
4 days ago
$110K - $140K *
Shape the future of construction recruiting by sourcing and engaging top talent. Leverage your expertise in both agency and in-house environments to build diverse, high-performing teams and enhance th...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$95K - $162K *
Transform client relationships by coordinating account activities, understanding client needs, and delivering tailored financial solutions through effective communication and collaboration with partne...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $162K *
Empower wealth management clients by coordinating administrative tasks, ensuring timely communication, and managing client accounts. Collaborate to develop client strategies and enhance service relati...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $150K *
Discover your potential as you lead talent acquisition, shaping interview strategies and driving hiring outcomes. Collaborate closely with senior leadership while guiding a dedicated team to implement...
2 weeks ago
Vice President, Strategy and Analytics
$160K - $200K *
Transform your career by leading a dynamic Strategy & Analytics practice. Drive innovation, enhance advisor engagement, and develop a talented team while delivering high-level client solutions in a ha...
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Vice President, Strategy and Analytics
$160K - $200K *
Shape the future of analytics in real estate by leading a dynamic team, driving innovation, and delivering high-impact solutions. Collaborate with advisors and clients to enhance service offerings and...
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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.