Executive Search Recruiter, AI & Technology Staffing Cincinnati, OH ( preferred or Chicago market)
3+ years of executive search or agency recruiting experience required
Cincinnati, OH | Hybrid onsite Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
Or Chicagoland market
Are you an experienced executive search recruiter looking to build your own desk, work with innovative technology companies, and recruit the leaders shaping the future of AI?
Our client is a nationally recognized talent solutions firm specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Data & Analytics, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Product Management, and Cybersecurity.With more than 17 years of experience partnering with Fortune 1000 companies and high-growth organizations, our client has earned recognition from Forbes as one of America's Best Executive Recruiting Firms for six consecutive years, along with multiple Inc. 5000 and Staffing Industry Analysts fastest-growing firm honors.
We're hiring an Executive Search Recruiter to lead senior-level searches, develop strategic client relationships, and grow a book of business within a rapidly expanding executive search practice. This is an opportunity for a commercially driven recruiter who wants ownership of their desk, exposure to executive leadership searches, and the support of an established national recruiting brand.
What you will do:
- Lead retained and contingent executive searches for Director, VP, SVP, and C-level positions from initial strategy through placement.
- Identify, engage, and assess passive executive candidates across AI, Data, Software Engineering, Product, and Cybersecurity.
- Build and grow your own book of business through client development, account expansion, and inbound lead conversion.
- Partner with account teams and senior leadership to execute strategic executive search engagements.
- Develop targeted talent maps, conduct executive interviews, and manage candidate presentations and offer negotiations.
- Advise clients on executive hiring strategies, compensation trends, competitive talent markets, and leadership needs.
- Build lasting relationships with senior executives, founders, private equity firms, and Fortune 1000 hiring leaders.
- Leverage AI-enabled sourcing tools and attend industry networking events to expand your market presence.
What we're looking for:
- 3+ years of executive search or agency recruiting experience, ideally within technology or professional services recruiting.
- Proven experience recruiting Director, VP, SVP, or C-suite talent.
- Demonstrated success generating new business, expanding client accounts, or managing a 360 recruiting desk.
- Strong passive candidate sourcing, executive talent mapping, and relationship-building skills.
- Familiarity with AI, Data & Analytics, Software Engineering, Product Management, Cybersecurity, or related technology talent markets.
- Ability to manage multiple complex, confidential executive searches while delivering an exceptional client and candidate experience.
- Strong communication, negotiation, business acumen, and consultative client advisory skills.
- Ability to work onsite in Cincinnati three days per week.
What you get:
- Compensation: Competitive compensation structure; specific base salary, commission, and OTE depending on the candidate
- Structured onboarding and a defined ramp plan with clear performance milestones.
- Direct coaching and mentorship from the Head of Executive Search.
- Access to modern recruiting technology, AI-enabled sourcing tools, and proprietary market intelligence.
- Opportunities to work with Fortune 1000 organizations, private equity firms, and innovative technology companies.
- The ability to build and grow your own executive search desk while benefiting from an established brand and inbound lead generation.
- A collaborative, high-performing recruiting culture with meaningful long-term career advancement opportunities.
- The opportunity to specialize in some of the fastest-growing and most influential talent markets in the AI economy.
If you're ready to take ownership of your executive search career, build meaningful client partnerships, and recruit the leaders shaping the future of technology, we'd love to connect.
Contact Jill@meederby.com for details.
Job Number 8202