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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading full-cycle recruiting for the Power Division, partnering with business leaders to attract top talent in energy, construction, and A/E/C industries. Drive strategic sourcing...
6 days ago
Talent Acquisition Consultant - Global Corporate & Investment Banking (GCIB)
$110K - $160K *
Collaborate with senior leaders to drive talent acquisition strategies, manage the hiring process, and enhance candidate experience while ensuring compliance and fostering an inclusive workplace cultu...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by leading strategic sourcing initiatives for complex software and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence and deliver impactful solutions...
3 days ago
Director of Doctor Recruiting - Resource Partner
$150K - $180K *
Reimagine the recruitment landscape by crafting a strategic approach to attract top physician talent. Collaborate with leadership to enhance candidate experiences and implement innovative sourcing met...
4 weeks ago
Director of Advisor Recruiting
$150K - $180K *
Champion high-impact growth by leading advisor recruiting efforts while cultivating strategic relationships that enhance value and drive future opportunities for an established financial services orga...
3 weeks ago
$180K - $200K *
Transform the People function by owning the end-to-end architecture of our tech stack, ensuring seamless data flow and innovative solutions for workforce challenges. Collaborate with stakeholders to b...
3 weeks ago
Senior Analyst Talent Acquisition
$80K - $90K *
Drive talent acquisition success by building strong partnerships with hiring managers and candidates. Leverage data and insights to enhance recruitment strategies, ensuring a seamless experience while...
1 week ago
$77K - $86K *
Unlock potential by partnering with leadership to ensure effective HR support, compliance, and workforce management within a dynamic manufacturing environment, while fostering strong relationships and...
Reposted 1 week ago
Associate Consultant, Employee Health & Benefits
$64K - $120K *
Empower clients by delivering expert employee benefits solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance client strategies, manage projects, and ensure compliance while fostering strong vendor relationship...
1 week ago
Associate Consultant, Employee Health & Benefits
$64K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team as you provide expert employee benefits consulting, collaborating with clients and vendors to enhance their insurance strategies and ensure compliance while delivering exceptional...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Contribute to US HR operations by ensuring compliance with employment laws, managing employee data, and supporting onboarding/offboarding processes while collaborating with global HR teams for seamles...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of aerospace by driving talent acquisition strategies, engaging top technical candidates, and enhancing recruitment processes to build a dynamic engineering team focused on satellite...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to lead lateral associate recruitment, manage candidate selection, and collaborate with practice leaders to align hiring strategies with firm objectives, ensuring a seamless recrui...
4 weeks ago
$95K - $150K *
Lead the charge in lateral associate recruiting, managing full-cycle hiring processes while collaborating with practice leaders to fulfill strategic talent needs and enhancing candidate experiences ac...
4 weeks ago
$145K - $165K *
Lead the charge in transforming HR strategies while overseeing talent acquisition, onboarding, and compliance to support scaling from 100 to 300+ employees, ensuring alignment with company values and...
3 weeks ago
$145K - $165K *
Empower growth by leading the HR function, driving talent acquisition, onboarding, and culture. Take charge in a dynamic role to elevate the company as it scales and integrates new teams, ensuring com...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Empower your career by joining a dynamic team to enhance financial reporting, streamline accounting processes, and support investment portfolio management. Contribute your expertise in a collaborative...
Reposted 1 week ago
Director of Technical Recruiting
$170K - $300K *
Join a team that's building a high-impact technical recruiting engine to drive growth. Lead strategy and execution to attract top talent across engineering and AI domains in a fast-paced startup envir...
2 weeks ago
HR Talent Generalist, Beech Island Mill
$79K - $94K *
Join our team as a key partner in enhancing workforce effectiveness across HR functions, driving organizational success through talent management, coaching, and engagement strategies. Become part of a...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $130K *
Accelerate talent acquisition in the fast-paced AV/EV segment by interviewing and selecting top candidates. Collaborate with operations to meet hiring goals while upholding high standards of performan...
3 weeks ago
$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
Employment Litigation Associate
$225K - $300K *
Join a dynamic team to manage complex California employment litigation, including class actions and PAGA cases. This role offers hands-on experience in all litigation stages, fostering collaboration a...
2 weeks ago
People Consultant, Onsite Data Center
$141K - $205K *
Unlock potential by serving as a strategic HR advisor, delivering impactful consultations and solutions across various HR topics to optimize workforce performance and support business growth in a dyna...
1 week ago
$105K - $115K *
Drive full-cycle recruiting for Community Manager roles, enhancing processes and leveraging technology to attract top talent. Partner with hiring managers to optimize strategies and improve efficiency...
2 weeks ago
Employment Litigation Associate
$225K - $300K *
Empower your career by managing complex California employment litigation, including class actions and PAGA cases. Collaborate with a dynamic team, handling all stages from discovery to case strategy...
2 weeks ago
What does a recruiter do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Search Ladders for recruiter titles and refine results by location, industry, or experience level. Review individual listings to confirm compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities.