Executive Recruiter

Optimum is seeking an experienced Executive Recruiter to support the Executive Talent Acquisition team through strategic sourcing and full-life cycle executive recruiting in the telecommunications industry. The role is based onsite in Long Island City, NY and reports to the Senior Director, Executive Recruiting.

Role Overview

This position focuses on identifying executive candidates for critical enterprise roles. The Executive Recruiter will partner with hiring leaders to understand business requirements, translate them into sourcing strategies and outreach messaging, and manage recruiting activities from initial screening through coordination of interview processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring leaders to understand business requirements and translate them into sourcing strategies and prospecting messaging
• Execute sourcing plans for executive-level candidate identification and attraction
• Use a variety of sourcing techniques, including online databases, professional networks, social media, and industry events, to find executive talent
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and talent pools to effectively target and engage top executive candidates
• Stay current on enterprise strategic priorities and external messaging to support an accurate and effective employer value proposition
• Screen and interview candidates to evaluate qualifications, experience, and cultural fit against client requirements
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with prospective candidates to support trust within the executive talent community
• Create talent maps and reporting to provide clients with insight into the executive talent landscape
• Coordinate with the talent acquisition team and hiring managers to understand needs and align sourcing strategies
• Work with the executive recruiting team and other TA resources to support candidate interview processes and offer coordination
• Draft outreach messages and communications that highlight the value of executive career opportunities with clients
• Develop candidate relationships, gather information to support hiring manager decisions, and help mitigate hiring risks
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners on recruitment activities, including hiring plans and timing

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in executive candidate sourcing in talent acquisition or full-life cycle executive recruiting
• Strong knowledge of sourcing tools, platforms, and techniques
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to present effectively to executive leadership
• Ability to evaluate cultural fit and alignment with client values and goals
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems and data analytics tools
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations
• Results-driven approach and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Compensation and Location

• Location: Long Island City, NY (onsite)
• Salary: USD 102,816 - 168,912 per year

Technology

• Applicant tracking systems
• Data analytics tools