Senior HR Recruitment Specialist -Leadership Hiring

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Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Recruiter to join our talent acquisition team, specializing in executive and senior leadership recruitment. This role will be responsible for identifying, attracting, and securing top-tier leadership talent across various functions and business units. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in executive search, exceptional relationship-building skills, and a deep understanding of leadership competencies across different industries.

Key Responsibilities: Executive Search & Sourcing

• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for C-suite, VP, and Director-level positions
• Develop and execute comprehensive search strategies for hard-to-fill leadership roles
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of high-caliber executive candidates
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques, including executive networks, industry associations, and competitive intelligence
• Partner with external executive search firms when appropriate

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate closely with C-suite executives, board members, and hiring managers to understand leadership requirements
• Provide strategic consultation on organizational structure, compensation benchmarking, and market trends
• Present detailed candidate assessments and market insights to senior leadership
• Manage expectations and provide regular updates throughout the recruitment lifecycle

Candidate Experience & Assessment

• Conduct in-depth interviews and competency-based assessments for executive candidates
• Coordinate complex interview processes involving multiple stakeholders and board members
• Ensure exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey
• Provide coaching and feedback to both candidates and hiring teams

Market Intelligence & Strategy

• Stay current on leadership trends, compensation data, and competitive landscape
• Develop talent mapping strategies for key markets and competitor organizations
• Create and maintain relationships with industry leaders and potential candidates
• Contribute to workforce planning and succession planning initiatives

Required Qualifications

Experience

• 7+ years of recruiting experience with at least 4 years focused on senior leadership roles
• Proven track record of successfully placing C-suite, VP, and Director-level executives
• Experience working with board-level stakeholders and managing complex decision-making processes
• Background in retained executive search or senior corporate recruiting roles

Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of leadership competencies and executive assessment methodologies
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels
• Strong business acumen and ability to understand complex organizational dynamics
• Advanced sourcing and research capabilities using multiple platforms and networks
• Proficiency in ATS systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other recruiting technologies

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent master's degree preferred
• Professional recruiting certifications (PHR, SHRM, CPC) are highly valued
• Industry-specific knowledge or certifications relevant to target sectors

NOTE: looking for Immediate Joiners or 10 days

Those who are seriously interested can send their updated cv to Lavanya@slbsolution.com