Explore Recruiter Jobs

Recruiters help organizations attract, evaluate, and hire the talent they need to succeed. From corporate and technical recruiting to executive search and talent acquisition leadership, recruiter roles combine relationship-building, business insight, and a clear understanding of hiring needs. Explore recruiter opportunities on Ladders, including vetted professional positions with salaries of $100,000 or more.

Types of Recruiter Roles

Recruiting careers span many specialties and levels. Corporate recruiters manage hiring across business functions, while technical recruiters focus on roles in areas such as software, engineering, and data. Executive recruiters identify and assess senior leaders, and talent acquisition managers and directors develop hiring strategies, lead teams, and partner with executives. Titles and responsibilities vary by employer, industry, and organization size.

What Recruiters Do

Recruiters work with hiring managers to define role requirements, source candidates, review qualifications, and guide applicants through interviews and offers. They may use applicant tracking systems and recruiting platforms, maintain candidate pipelines, coordinate hiring processes, and report on metrics such as time to fill and offer acceptance. Senior professionals often shape workforce planning, employer branding, and recruiting operations.

Skills and Qualifications

Successful recruiters commonly bring strong communication, interviewing, organization, and negotiation skills. Relevant experience may include sourcing, candidate assessment, stakeholder management, and knowledge of employment practices. Specialized roles can call for familiarity with particular industries, technical skills, or executive search methods. Employers may also value recruiting technology expertise and the ability to use hiring data to inform decisions.

Find Recruiter Jobs on Ladders

Search recruiter job openings by title, location, industry, and experience level to find opportunities aligned with your goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore roles such as senior recruiter, executive recruiter, talent acquisition partner, and recruiting leader. Review each posting for its specific compensation, responsibilities, and qualifications.

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$90K - $110K *

Drive HR operations for dynamic data center start-ups, overseeing workforce coordination, employee relations, and performance management. Collaborate with leadership to enhance employee experience acr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$98K - $152K *

Accelerate your career by managing the full recruitment lifecycle, partnering with leaders to develop talent strategies, and driving diverse talent acquisition for critical product roles in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in strategic recruitment for specialized roles, partnering with hiring leaders to develop tailored sourcing strategies and build diverse talent pipelines, ensuring a seamless hiring ex...

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of sales development. Lead, coach, and inspire a growing group of SDRs to exceed targets while driving pipeline quality and team performance across a dynamic orga...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower talent acquisition by delivering strategic recruitment solutions across diverse roles. Collaborate with leaders to build effective hiring strategies, ensuring a seamless candidate experience w...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead local HR operations by providing expert advisory support, managing casework, and enhancing employee experiences. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and effective implementation of people...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in shaping and executing a strategic talent acquisition function across multiple offices, ensuring high-quality hiring outcomes and compliance with firm policies while managing a team...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $175K *

Transform the talent acquisition landscape by leading full-cycle recruiting for attorneys and professional staff across multiple offices, ensuring strategic alignment with growth objectives and mainta...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $175K *

Engage in strategic leadership to drive full-cycle talent acquisition across multiple offices, ensuring effective recruiting practices and alignment with firm growth objectives while managing a dedica...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in shaping and executing a strategic talent acquisition function, overseeing full-cycle recruiting for attorneys and professional staff across multiple offices, while ensuring complian...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $175K *

Lead the future of talent acquisition by shaping strategic recruiting initiatives, overseeing full-cycle processes, and enhancing hiring outcomes across multiple offices. Drive workforce planning and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $175K *

Join a team that's redefining talent acquisition by leading strategic recruiting efforts across multiple offices. Drive workforce planning, enhance hiring processes, and ensure compliance while mentor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$119K - $149K *

Join a team that's redefining talent acquisition by driving full-cycle recruiting for Product and Technology roles. Collaborate with senior leaders to attract top talent and enhance candidate experien...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading talent acquisition for Southeast Operations, driving strategies that enhance hiring practices and candidate experience at a major manufacturing site. Partner with leader...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $190K *

Shape the market narrative and go-to-market strategy as a founding Product Marketer. Collaborate with leadership to build a strong product marketing function, focusing on AI-driven insights and compet...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Champion the evolution of market positioning and narrative as you build a strategic product marketing function, driving AI-native initiatives and cross-functional collaboration to redefine our competi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Transform market perception and drive strategic product marketing initiatives. As a key player, you'll shape narratives, align teams, and leverage AI to enhance competitive positioning and go-to-marke...

New York, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by driving full-lifecycle recruiting. Collaborate with hiring managers to develop strategies, ensure a seamless candidate experience, and attract top-tier talent...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Manage a dynamic recruitment team in Life Sciences, driving hiring success and business development initiatives while contributing to team growth and performance excellence in a vibrant office environ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join us to drive ERP excellence as a Senior Applications Analyst, focusing on JD Edwards EnterpriseOne. Lead complex support, configuration, and modernization efforts across Finance and Supply Chain...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Engage with top-tier STEM candidates by enhancing recruitment processes, conducting technical interviews, and fostering connections, as you build and optimize a team of Quantitative Researchers and Ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $89K *

Champion full-cycle recruiting by managing searches, developing sourcing strategies, and fostering cross-functional partnerships to attract diverse talent while ensuring operational excellence and com...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$60K - $250K *

Lead the charge in building relationships with healthcare providers, managing the full recruitment cycle, and driving revenue through permanent placements. Engage in consultative sales while exceeding...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $132K *

Help us manage our travel function end-to-end, ensuring safety and efficiency for international itineraries while controlling costs and supporting travelers in high-risk regions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by overseeing global talent and organizational development programs. Drive strategy, design, and implementation to enhance productivity and leadership capabilities across the organiza...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a recruiter do?question toggle

    A recruiter helps an employer find and hire talent. Typical responsibilities include discussing hiring needs with managers, sourcing candidates, evaluating qualifications, coordinating interviews, and supporting offer decisions.

  • What types of recruiter jobs are available?question toggle

    Common roles include corporate recruiter, technical recruiter, executive recruiter, senior recruiter, talent acquisition partner, recruiting manager, and talent acquisition director. Duties depend on the employer and specialty.

  • What qualifications do employers look for in recruiters?question toggle

    Employers often seek communication and interviewing skills, sourcing and candidate assessment experience, organization, and the ability to work with hiring teams. Specialized positions may require industry knowledge, recruiting technology experience, or a record of leading talent acquisition programs.

  • Can recruiters earn $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Some senior, specialized, executive search, and recruiting leadership roles may pay $100,000 or more. Compensation varies by location, employer, experience, specialty, and the details of the role.

  • How can I find recruiter jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Search Ladders for recruiter titles and refine results by location, industry, or experience level. Review individual listings to confirm compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities.