Executive Recruiter - Corporate Services

Position Description & Qualifications We are expanding our Talent Acquisition team and seeking a highly strategic Executive Recruiter to lead full-cycle recruitment for senior-level and critical leadership roles. This is an opportunity to partner directly with executive leadership and shape the organization’s talent strategy while contributing to a collaborative and high-performing TA function. Hybrid role requiring onsite presence in Herndon VA 3 days per week. Candidates must reside in the DC, Maryland, or Virginia area. As an Executive Recruiter, you will own the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for leadership, and hard-to-fill roles across Corporate and key business units. You will function as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, driving proactive talent strategies and delivering high-impact hiring outcomes. In this role, you will provide: Executive Talent Strategy & Search Support Lead full-cycle executive searches for Director, VP, and mission-critical leadership roles within defense and federal programs Partner with senior leadership to define hiring strategies aligned to contract requirements, program growth, and recompete efforts Conduct talent mapping across government contractors, federal agencies, and military leadership pipelines Stakeholder & Leadership Partnership Serve as a strategic advisor to executives and hiring leaders Facilitate intake sessions, calibration discussions, and executive-level debriefs Provide market intelligence, compensation insights, and competitor talent trends Candidate Engagement & Assessment Conduct in-depth interviews focused on leadership competencies, cultural alignment, and organizational impact Deliver a high-touch, white-glove candidate experience for executive talent Manage and nurture relationships with passive candidates and long-term talent pipelines Offer Negotiation & Closing Lead complex offer negotiations in partnership with HR and leadership Influence and guide decision-making to successfully close top-tier candidates Operational Excellence & Reporting Maintain accurate and confidential records in the ATS (SuccessFactors or similar) Track and report on executive recruiting metrics, including time-to-fill, slate quality, and diversity outcomes Ensure an elevated level of discretion and professionalism throughout the search process Market Intelligence & Continuous Improvement Stay informed on industry trends, competitor hiring activity, and executive talent movements Contribute to the evolution of executive recruiting best practices within the organization To be successful in this role, you will have: A United States Citizenship A bachelor’s degree or a high school diploma and 4 additional years of experience 7 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with a focus on executive or senior-level hiring Strong understanding of federal hiring compliance and contract-driven recruiting environments Ability to influence and partner effectively with senior executives and program leaders Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills Experience using an ATS (e.g., SuccessFactors or similar systems) Stakeholder Management Collaborate closely with senior leaders (VPs, C-suite) Advise on talent market conditions, compensation, and hiring strategy Calibrate expectations and align multiple decision-makers Executive search & sourcing Identify and engage passive candidates (not actively applying) Conduct market mapping and competitor analysis Use tools like LinkedIn Recruiter and internal networks Build pipelines for niche or leadership talent 7 years of combined experience in Talent Acquisition areas: ATS/Recruiting systems and HRIS databases; full lifecycle recruiting; federal and/or State & Local government, contracting experience; strong offer negotiation; lead compensation discussions; navigate counter offers; ensure smooth onboarding for senior hires; creative sourcing strategies; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; adaptability; 10% travel required Additional desired experience and skills: Active related certifications Pay Transparency Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work‑life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage, health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time‑off programs that support work‑life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the scope of the role, relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds Tuition reimbursement program Life insurance and disability coverage Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits Employee Assistance Plan Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr