Executive Recruiter
BruntWorkAbout the role
This is a remote position.
Role Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Executive Recruiter to lead high-impact searches for senior, specialist, and business-critical roles across multiple industries. This is a consultative recruitment role , not a volume-based sourcing position.
As an Executive Recruiter, you will partner directly with founders, executives, and senior stakeholders to understand business needs, define success profiles, and deliver top-tier talent. You will own searches end-to-end—from role intake and strategy to candidate assessment, client advisory, and offer support.
This role is ideal for a recruiter who values quality over quantity , exercises strong judgment, and is comfortable operating independently in a fast-paced, remote environment.
Key Responsibilities
Client Partnership & Search Strategy
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Partner directly with clients to understand business goals, role requirements, and hiring priorities
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Advise clients on market conditions, role scoping, and candidate expectations
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Define success profiles and hiring strategies for senior and specialized roles
Candidate Sourcing & Assessment
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Source, screen, and interview high-caliber candidates across executive, leadership, and specialist positions
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Conduct in-depth evaluations focused on experience, leadership, communication, and cultural alignment
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Present well-vetted, endorsed candidates with clear insights and recommendations
End-to-End Recruitment Ownership
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Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including intake, sourcing, screening, submissions, interviews, and offers
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Coordinate interviews and maintain clear communication with candidates and clients
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Ensure a high-quality experience for both clients and candidates
Stakeholder Communication & Advisory
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Act as a trusted advisor to clients throughout the hiring process
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Provide timely updates, feedback summaries, and hiring recommendations
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Support offer discussions and hiring decisions as needed
Requirements
Required Qualifications
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8+ years of experience in executive recruitment, senior-level recruiting, or specialist hiring
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Strong experience managing end-to-end recruitment processes
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Excellent interviewing, assessment, and communication skills
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Ability to work independently and manage multiple searches simultaneously
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Professional, consultative approach to client and candidate interactions
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience recruiting for senior roles across finance, operations, sales, technology, or leadership functions
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Background in agency or retained executive search environments
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Experience working with global or remote talent markets
What Success Looks Like
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High-quality, well-aligned candidate submissions
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Strong client satisfaction and repeat business
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Efficient, well-managed recruitment processes
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Trusted relationships with clients and candidates
Benefits
Why Join BruntWork
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Fully remote, flexible work environment
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Ownership and autonomy over your searches
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Opportunity to work on high-impact, senior-level roles
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Supportive team and structured recruitment processes
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Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
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