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Executive Recruiter

Location: Columbus, OH (On-Site)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking a driven and professional Executive Recruiter to identify, attract, and place top leadership talent across a variety of industries. This role is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process for executive and senior-level positions while serving as a trusted talent advisor to hiring leaders.

The ideal candidate has strong sourcing skills, experience recruiting high-level professionals, and a proven ability to build relationships with both clients and candidates.

Responsibilities

  • Manage full-cycle recruitment for executive, leadership, and professional-level positions.
  • Partner with hiring managers to understand organizational needs and position requirements.
  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify passive and active candidates.
  • Conduct phone screens, interviews, and candidate assessments.
  • Build and maintain pipelines of qualified executive and leadership talent.
  • Present qualified candidates and provide detailed candidate evaluations.
  • Coordinate interview schedules and facilitate communication throughout the hiring process.
  • Manage offer negotiations and assist with onboarding transitions.
  • Maintain accurate candidate and client information within applicant tracking systems and CRM platforms.
  • Build relationships with industry professionals, referral sources, and networking groups.
  • Stay informed on labor market trends, compensation data, and industry developments.
  • Ensure a positive and professional experience for all candidates and hiring managers.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
  • 3+ years of recruiting, staffing, talent acquisition, or executive search experience.
  • Experience recruiting leadership, management, director, vice president, or executive-level talent.
  • Strong sourcing and networking abilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple searches and priorities simultaneously.
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and applicant tracking systems.

Preferred

  • Executive search experience.
  • Staffing industry experience.
  • Experience recruiting across multiple industries and functional areas.
  • Knowledge of compensation structures and offer negotiations.

Core Competencies

  • Executive Recruiting
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Relationship Building
  • Consultative Communication
  • Candidate Assessment
  • Networking and Business Development
  • Negotiation
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Confidentiality and Professionalism
  • Organization and Attention to Detail

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation structure
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Professional development and training
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Industry-leading recruiting tools and resources

This position is ideal for a recruiter who enjoys building relationships, identifying exceptional talent, and making a direct impact on organizational success through strategic hiring.

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