Lead Executive Recruiter

The Signature Aviation Executive Search leader will lead full cycle executive recruiting for the company. This role will be responsible for attracting and hiring executives at the director level and above, as well as any additional critical roles. The successful candidate will partner with the VP Talent & People Experience as well as other senior leaders on executive hiring priorities. They will be responsible for sourcing top talent, creating a pipeline of candidates for key roles in advance of position openings. When needed, the selected candidate will lead and manage relationships with top executive search firms. This individual will engage and assess senior level candidates, acting as a brand ambassador throughout the recruiting process. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader of executive search who is results driven with a proven ability to lead teams, source, assess, and hire quality executives in a fast-paced dynamic environment. With more than 225 locations worldwide, Signature Aviation is the largest global network of private aviation terminals, delivering safe, convenient, and elevated experiences to those we serve. As a premier hospitality organization and a certified Great Place to Work, we are committed to redefining private air travel. Our nearly 6,000-strong team of aviation experts and enthusiasts is dedicated to delivering excellence to our guests and communities, and it starts with taking care of our team. Signature provides a variety of benefits, programs, and resources to support our team members’ overall well-being and professional development. We proudly volunteer and give back, focusing on elevating the neighborhoods where we operate, empowering the next generation of aviation professionals, and supporting our veterans. From your health to your financial wellness, there are several benefits for you and your family when joining Signature Aviation. Our Benefits:Medical/prescription drug, dental, and vision InsuranceHealth Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountsLife InsuranceDisability Insurance401(k)Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident InsuranceIdentity Theft and Legal ServicesPaid time offPaid Maternity LeaveTuition reimbursement Training and DevelopmentEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) & Perks Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or other protected characteristics. 10+ years executive recruiting experience. Strong history of producing quality hiring results in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Strong ability to assess executive talent at multiple levels for skill and culture match. Comfortable working with all levels of C-Suite leaders Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written skills. Proven ability to deliver a positive brand and candidate experience. Strong attention to detail. Lead full life cycle recruiting for a broad range of positions from Director level to Executive Search for Signature Aviation. Partnering with the Director, Talent Acquisition, develop and execute a best-in-class executive recruiting process and strategy aligned with the organization’s long-term business objectives and culture. Implement creative sourcing strategies to fuel talent pipelines, build key networks, and create contemporary methods for tracking candidate research. Leverage emerging technologies, including AI, to enhance executive recruiting strategies and decision making. Create, lead, and execute the executive search process, govern and report on recruiting metrics, as well as search firm spend and cost avoidance. Provide an enhanced candidate experience, drawing top talent to our organization. Actively obtain feedback from key leaders on the execution of executive search processes and continuously identify and implement process improvements. Full timePosting Date: 2026-05-19