Executive Recruiter - Technology​/Corporate Functions

Position: Executive Recruiter - Technology / Corporate Functions
Location: New York

Job Description

Requisition ID94853

Department Human Resources Job Function Human Resources Location New  York,New York,United States Role Location Designation Hybrid - 3 days per week Location Designation:
Hybrid - 3 days per week

New York Life’s Talent Acquisition function is seeking an experienced Executive Recruiter to lead senior-level searches across Technology, Financial services and corporate leadership roles. This position partners closely with senior management and HR leadership to deliver high-impact talent solutions for critical leadership and specialist roles. The successful candidate will bring an executive-search mindset, strong advisory skills, and deep expertise in research-driven recruiting, including comprehensive market mapping and competitive intelligence.

This role manages a focused portfolio of highly complex searches—typically 5–8 at any given time—allowing for deep engagement with stakeholders, rigorous assessment, and thoughtful execution throughout the full search lifecycle.

What You’ll Do:

Lead end-to-end executive recruiting for senior-level roles, managing a limited portfolio of complex searches (approximately 5–8 concurrently)
Partner directly with senior leaders and executives to define role requirements, success profiles, and search strategies aligned with business objectives

Conduct comprehensive research and market mapping to identify target organizations, talent pools, and passive candidates, building a deep understanding of competitive landscapes

Leverage data, market intelligence, and research insights to inform sourcing strategies and advise leadership on talent availability and positioning

Develop and execute bespoke candidate engagement strategies, including targeted outreach and long-term relationship building

Perform in-depth candidate assessment, evaluating leadership capability, functional expertise, cultural alignment, and long-term potential

Act as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders, providing ongoing guidance, market perspective, and informed recommendations throughout the search process

Lead offer strategy and negotiation, navigating complex compensation structures, incentives, and executive-level employment considerations

Partner closely with HR Business Partners, Compensation, Legal, and other internal stakeholders to design and deliver competitive, compliant offers

Selectively engage and manage external search firms, ensuring quality, cost effectiveness, and alignment with internal search strategy

Deliver a high-touch, confidential, and professional candidate experience consistent with executive search best practices

Track and evaluate search effectiveness through reporting, insights, and post-search analysis

What You’ll Bring :8+ years of recruiting experience, with significant experience leading executive searches within financial services or similarly complex, regulated organizations is required.

Experience sourcing and recruiting Technology Executives, working knowledge of the technology landscape and ecosystem.

Bachelor’s degree preferred, advanced degree a plus Demonstrated success partnering with senior management and executive stakeholders on critical, high-impact hires

Proven expertise in executive search methodologies, including market research, talent mapping, and competitive intelligence

Strong experience structuring and negotiating complex compensation packages

Exceptional consultation, influencing, and negotiation skills, with executive presence and credibility

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and sound judgment in sensitive, confidential situations

Highly organized, analytical, and capable of managing multiple senior-level searches simultaneously

Pay Transparency Salary Range: $150,000 - $200,000

Overtime eligible:
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