Leadership Recruiter

Overview

The Leadership Recruiter is responsible for hands-on recruitment of Director and Sr. Director roles, focusing on their assigned markets/functions and serving as the Global Executive Recruitment Team's market Subject Matter Expert. The role combines deep expertise in executive search with regional knowledge to deliver exceptional talent acquisition outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to conduct in-depth recruitment strategy meetings, thoroughly analyzing hiring needs, defining critical job requirements, and crafting tailored recruitment strategies for each assigned role.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with hiring managers, HR, and other key stakeholders to provide regular updates and proactive communication throughout the recruitment lifecycle, ensuring alignment and transparency.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify, attract, and engage both active and passive candidates through diverse channels, including online job boards, social media, professional networks, employee referrals, and industry events.
• Promote the company's employer brand through compelling job postings, engaging content on social media, and participation in relevant industry events.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for assigned leadership director and senior director roles, from sourcing to offer acceptance, ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience while adhering to all established process standards.
• Track and analyze key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-find, time-to-accept, candidate satisfaction) to identify areas for improvement and measure success.
• Ensure all recruitment activities are compliant with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Effectively utilize the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and other recruitment technologies to manage the recruitment process.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing and tracking of candidate information within the ATS and CRM systems, following established data entry and management protocols, and adhering to all established company process standards throughout the entire recruitment lifecycle.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in process, technology, or data, actively participating in SME networks and providing support to the assigned team.
• Team Support and Development: Provide backup support for team leaders and act as a coach/buddy for new hires to facilitate onboarding and development.
• Global Project Participation: Contribute as a Talent Acquisition Delivery SME on assigned global projects.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Human Resources, Organizational Development) or equivalent experience.
• Leadership Recruitment Expertise: 5+ years of experience in full-cycle recruitment for leadership roles, including director and senior director (or equivalent) positions within complex, global organizations.
• Executive Search Experience: Prior experience in retained executive search firms or agency environments.
• Market Intelligence & Industry Trends: Familiarity with global talent markets, industry trends, and competitive landscapes.
• Stakeholder Management & Influence: Strong consultative skills with the ability to engage, advise, and influence senior stakeholders, including hiring managers, HR, and business leaders.
• Sourcing & Market Research: Expertise in sourcing strategies, talent mapping, and competitive intelligence, leveraging tools such as Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, automation tools, and market research platforms.
• Confidentiality & Professionalism: Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Collaboration & Cultural Awareness: Ability to work effectively in a global team, fostering inclusivity, shared accountability, and cross-cultural collaboration.
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in iCIMS