Executive Recruiter (Startup & C-level Specialist)

Red Sky Poland; Polska; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-Impact Position

Elite Networking

Premium Compensation

Entrepreneurial Culture

Job summary

Red Sky Poland is seeking an Executive Recruiter who specializes in identifying, attracting, and closing elite C-level talent for startups. This high-impact, autonomous role acts as Red Sky's internal boutique executive search firm, targeting CEO, CTO, CPO, and Co-founders for rapid seed-to-scale ventures.

You will build an exclusive global network, lead end-to-end searches, and negotiate equity-based offers, directly engaging with high-profile candidates in a fast-paced investment environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in executive search for C-level, VP, or founder-level roles in tech/digital/SaaS sectors.
• Exposure to venture capital or private equity ecosystems is a plus.
• Strong business acumen: startups, fundraising, scaling, ARR, runway, cap table, Series A.

Responsibilities

• Lead confidential, high-stakes executive searches for C-level roles across the portfolio.
• Build and nurture an exclusive global network of tech executives and investors.
• Conduct deep competency and cultural-fit interviews and negotiate equity-based offers.
• Own the search strategy and manage relationships with senior candidates.

Skills

Executive Search

Headhunting

C-level placements

VC/PE exposure

Business acumen

Negotiation

English & Polish fluency

Tools

ATS tools

CRM

Job description

Red Sky is a venture builder. We conceptualize digital companies and bring them to life- but a startup is only as good as its leadership. We are looking for an Executive Recruiter who specializes in identifying, attracting, and closing elite C-level talent (CEO, CTO, CPO, Co-founders) capable of taking a startup from seed stage to global scale. This is a high-impact, highly autonomous role where you act as Red Sky's internal boutique executive search firm. If you understand the fundamental difference between a corporate manager and a startup builder, and have a strong footprint in the investment or tech ecosystem, we want to talk to you.

Your Responsibilities

• End-to-End Executive Search: Lead confidential, high-stakes recruitment processes for C-level positions across our portfolio, from initial leadership profiling to successful placement and equity negotiation.

• Ecosystem Networking: Proactively build and nurture an exclusive global network of proven entrepreneurs, seasoned tech executives, digital leaders, and industry advisors.

• Rigorous Executive Assessment: Conduct deep competency and cultural fit interviews. You must accurately evaluate a candidate's risk tolerance, entrepreneurial drive, and capacity to lead in high-uncertainty environments.

• Hands-on Execution: At Red Sky, we don't rely on costly external executive search agencies. You will roll up your sleeves, drive the search strategy yourself, and personally manage the relationship with high-profile candidates.

What We Are Looking For

• Extensive experience in Executive Search / Headhunting, specifically focusing on C-level, VP, or Founder-level placements within the tech, digital, or SaaS sectors.

• Venture Capital / Private Equity Exposure: Experience working within or closely alongside VC funds, startup accelerators, or high-growth tech ecosystems is a major advantage.

• Deep Business Acumen: You understand how startups operate, fundraise, and scale. Terms like ARR, runway, cap table, dilution, and Series A are second nature to you.

• Masterful Negotiation & Discretion: Exceptional emotional intelligence, diplomacy, and negotiation skills, with a proven ability to close complex executive offers involving equity components.

• Fluent English: Impeccable command of English and Polish, both spoken and written, suitable for communicating with international investors and high-profile executives.

What We Offer

• High-Impact Position: You will have a seat at the table, directly influencing who leads our next big spin-off and shaping the future of Red Sky's portfolio.

• Elite Networking: Continuous engagement with top-tier business minds, tech innovators, and venture capitalists across Europe and beyond.

• Premium Compensation: A competitive salary package mapped to your seniority, experience, and the strategic value you bring.

• True Entrepreneurial Culture: An environment that champions bold ideas, swift decision-making, and complete professional freedom over corporate bureaucracy.

Important Note: This is an open-ended application for our Talent Pipeline. At Red Sky, we are constantly validating new business ideas and launching new ventures. We want to build relationships with exceptional talent ahead of time, so that when a new startup spins off or a new funding round closes, we can fast-track you into active roles. If your profile matches our vision, we will invite you for an introductory call to discuss your career aspirations and future synergy.