Executive Recruiter

Job Title: Executive Recruiter
Location: New York City, NY (Hybrid- 3days in a week - Tue- Thu)
Duration: 6-12 months (Possible Conversion)

Job Description:
Client's Talent Acquisition function is seeking an experienced Contract Executive Recruiter to lead senior-level searches across financial services and corporate leadership roles.
This position partners closely with senior management and HR leadership to deliver high-impact talent solutions for critical leadership and specialist roles.
The successful candidate will bring an executive-search mindset, strong advisory skills, and deep expertise in research-driven recruiting, including comprehensive market mapping and competitive intelligence.
This role manages a focused portfolio of highly complex searches-typically 5-8 at any given time-allowing for deep engagement with stakeholders, rigorous assessment, and thoughtful execution throughout the full search lifecycle.



Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end executive recruiting for senior-level roles, managing a limited portfolio of complex searches (approximately 5-8 concurrently)
Partner directly with senior leaders and executives to define role requirements, success profiles, and search strategies aligned with business objectives
Conduct comprehensive research and market mapping to identify target organizations, talent pools, and passive candidates, building a deep understanding of competitive landscapes
Leverage data, market intelligence, and research insights to inform sourcing strategies and advise leadership on talent availability and positioning
Develop and execute bespoke candidate engagement strategies, including targeted outreach and long-term relationship building
Perform in-depth candidate assessment, evaluating leadership capability, functional expertise, cultural alignment, and long-term potential
ct as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders, providing ongoing guidance, market perspective, and informed recommendations throughout the search process
Lead offer strategy and negotiation, navigating complex compensation structures, incentives, and executive-level employment considerations
Partner closely with HR Business Partners, Compensation, Legal, and other internal stakeholders to design and deliver competitive, compliant offers
Selectively engage and manage external search firms, ensuring quality, cost effectiveness, and alignment with internal search strategy
Deliver a high-touch, confidential, and professional candidate experience consistent with executive search best practices
Track and evaluate search effectiveness through reporting, insights, and post-search analysis Qualifications
8 years of recruiting experience, with significant experience leading senior-level or executive searches within financial services or similarly complex, regulated organizations
Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree a plus
Demonstrated success partnering with senior management and executive stakeholders on critical, high-impact hires
Proven expertise in executive search methodologies, including market research, talent mapping, and competitive intelligence
Strong experience structuring and negotiating complex compensation packages
Exceptional consultation, influencing, and negotiation skills, with executive presence and credibility
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and sound judgment in sensitive, confidential situations
E xperience working as a search consultant at a retained executive search firm is strongly preferred
Highly organized, analytical, and capable of managing multiple senior-level searches simultaneously