Director, Executive Recruitment

The Executive Recruitment Director is responsible for leading the full executive recruitment function for the organization. Operating under limited supervision while exercising independent judgment and leadership, this role identifies, attracts, assesses, and places top tier executive talent while ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, leadership expectations, and cultural fit. The Director partners closely with senior leaders, HR Business Partners, and the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to define search strategies, drive candidate evaluation, and maintain a high quality, confidential, and professional search process. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES Executive Hiring Strategy & Leadership: Leads the enterprise-wide executive recruitment function by establishing strategies, priorities, execution models, and governance frameworks; owns the end-to-end lifecycle for all executive searches including sourcing, assessment, selection, and offer negotiation. Stakeholder Consultation & Alignment: Partners directly with the CHRO, CEO, and Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to define leadership profiles, core competencies, role scopes, and evaluation standards aligned with long-term succession planning. Search Execution & Talent Identification: Conducts proactive talent mapping, market scans, and competitive intelligence to identify high-potential senior talent; manages relationships and contract deliverables with external retained search firms to ensure cost-effective, high-quality delivery. Candidate Experience & Selection Advisory: Advises and coaches senior hiring leaders on structured interviewing techniques, selection discipline, and data-driven decision-making; facilitates formal interview debriefs and ensures a highly confidential, seamless experience for candidates. Process & Governance Frameworks: Maintains a consistent, transparent, and compliant executive hiring process by partnering with compensation, legal, and executive offer governance frameworks; provides regular talent metrics and strategic insights to HR leadership to inform executive workforce planning. (The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required). JOB REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, including at least 5 years leading executive‑level or retained search work and managing VP, SVP, and C‑suite searches in complex, fast-paced environments advising senior stakeholders; or equivalent combination of education and experience. PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Master's degree and experience working inside a large, matrixed organization overseeing enterprise‑wide executive recruitment, including prior experience partnering directly with a CHRO, CEO, or Compensation Committee on high-stakes leadership placements.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED N/A

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS PREFERRED SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, PHR, SPHR, or equivalent HR professional certification. AESC (Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants) or similar executive‑search‑specific certification. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs) Executive Market Expertise: Advanced knowledge of executive talent markets, executive compensation alignment, leadership assessment frameworks, and search methodologies. Strategic Advisement: Strong consultative and negotiation skills with the ability to influence, guide, and advise C‑suite and executive stakeholders through sensitive talent decisions. Communication & Presentation: Exceptional relationship-building skills and executive presence necessary to represent the organization to top‑tier external talent. Confidentiality & Discretion: Ability to manage high‑stakes, highly sensitive information with complete professionalism and sound judgment. Project Management: Ability to manage multiple complex, high‑priority executive searches simultaneously while maintaining quality, compliance, and speed. Compensation Range Compensation Range: $122,000.00- $177,000.00 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being. medical dental vision pharmacy discretionary annual bonuses merit increases Flexible Spending Accounts 403(b) savings matches paid time off career advancement opportunities resources to support employee and family well-being NOTE: This range is based on Boston‑area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e‑mail to View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io to let us know the nature of your request. Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital. BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID‑19 vaccine. Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally‑recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too. #J-18808-Ljbffr Boston Medical Center