Job Title:
Senior Corporate Executive Recruiter
Company: remoterocketship
Location: New York City, NY
Created: 2026-05-13
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Job Description: Lead full‑cycle recruitment for C‑suite, EVP, SVP, and other enterprise‑critical leadership roles Partner directly with CEOs, Presidents, Board members, and executive leadership teams to understand business strategy, leadership gaps, succession planning needs, and future capability requirements Facilitate high‑caliber executive intake sessions to define success profiles, leadership competencies, cultural fit, and impact expectations for senior leadership roles Design and execute bespoke executive sourcing strategies, including market mapping, competitive intelligence, and proactive identification of passive executive talent Provide executive stakeholders with data‑driven insights on leadership market trends, compensation benchmarks, organizational design, and talent availability Act as a trusted advisor on executive hiring best practices, inclusive leadership representation, confidentiality considerations, and risk mitigation Serve as the primary point of contact for executive candidates Manage highly sensitive searches with discretion, ensuring confidentiality for both internal stakeholders and external executive candidates Lead executive‑level candidate assessment processes, including structured interviews, leadership competency evaluations, and executive debriefs Guide executive panels through objective decision‑making, ensuring alignment with leadership frameworks, diversity goals, and succession strategies Lead and manage executive offer negotiations, including compensation design, equity considerations, incentives, severance, and executive contract terms in partnership with HR and leadership Contribute to board‑ready talent materials, succession planning insights, and leadership pipeline reporting as required Mentor and guide recruiters supporting leadership hiring, executive mapping, and senior stakeholder engagement Drive continuous improvement in executive recruitment processes, assessment rigor, and stakeholder experience. Champion ethical hiring, inclusive leadership representation, and enterprise‑wide talent excellence at the most senior levels of the organization. Requirements: 8+ years of progressive experience in talent acquisition or executive recruitment Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field; advanced degree or executive search certification preferred Proven ability to partner directly with CEOs, Presidents, Boards, and senior executive teams as a trusted advisor on leadership hiring, succession planning, and talent strategy Deep expertise in executive sourcing methodologies, including market mapping, competitor intelligence, passive candidate identification, and confidential search execution Strong proficiency in ATS and CRM platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, and executive research tools, with disciplined documentation and reporting practices Exceptional executive presence and communication skills Demonstrated experience assessing executive leadership capabilities, cultural alignment, and long‑term organizational impact using structured and objective evaluation methods Advanced experience leading executive compensation discussions, including base, bonus, equity, incentives, and contractual terms, in partnership with HR and leadership Highly organized and resilient, with the ability to manage multiple high‑stakes searches simultaneously in a fast‑paced, complex corporate environment Prior experience recruiting executives within professional services, construction, real estate, infrastructure, energy, or similarly complex matrixed organizations preferred Demonstrated commitment to inclusive leadership representation, ethical recruiting practices, and delivering a white‑glove executive candidate experience. Benefits: Professional development opportunities Flexible working hours Health insurance Retirement plans