Director, Executive Recruitment

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Discretionary bonuses

Paid time off

403(b) matching

Well-being programs

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking an Executive Recruitment Director to lead the organization’s executive search function, aligning strategy with organizational goals and leadership expectations. You will collaborate with the ELT, CHRO, and HR partners to ensure a confidential, high-quality search process that identifies top-tier talent.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years in Talent Acquisition, including at least 5 years in executive searches, and a track record advising senior

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, including at least 5 years leading executive‑level or retained search work.
• Experience advising senior stakeholders and managing VP/SVP/C‑suite searches in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the enterprise-wide executive recruitment function with end‑to‑end lifecycle ownership including sourcing, assessment, and offer negotiation.
• Partner with CHRO, CEO and ELT to define leadership profiles, core competencies and evaluation standards.
• Conduct proactive talent mapping and market scans; manage relationships with external retained search firms for cost‑effective, high‑quality delivery.
• Coach senior hiring leaders on structured interviewing and data‑driven decision making; ensure confidential candidate experience.
• Maintain transparent governance and regular talent metrics to inform executive workforce planning.

Skills

Executive market

Strategic advisement

Communication

Confidentiality

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

The Executive Recruitment Director is responsible for leading the full executive recruitment function for the organization. Operating under limited supervision while exercising independent judgment and leadership, this role identifies, attracts, assesses, and places top tier executive talent while ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, leadership expectations, and cultural fit. The Director partners closely with senior leaders, HR Business Partners, and the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to define search strategies, drive candidate evaluation, and maintain a high quality, confidential, and professional search process.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES

• Executive Hiring Strategy & Leadership: Leads the enterprise-wide executive recruitment function by establishing strategies, priorities, execution models, and governance frameworks; owns the end-to-end lifecycle for all executive searches including sourcing, assessment, selection, and offer negotiation.
• Stakeholder Consultation & Alignment: Partners directly with the CHRO, CEO, and Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to define leadership profiles, core competencies, role scopes, and evaluation standards aligned with long-term succession planning.
• Search Execution & Talent Identification: Conducts proactive talent mapping, market scans, and competitive intelligence to identify high-potential senior talent; manages relationships and contract deliverables with external retained search firms to ensure cost-effective, high-quality delivery.
• Candidate Experience & Selection Advisory: Advises and coaches senior hiring leaders on structured interviewing techniques, selection discipline, and data-driven decision-making; facilitates formal interview debriefs and ensures a highly confidential, seamless experience for candidates.
• Process & Governance Frameworks: Maintains a consistent, transparent, and compliant executive hiring process by partnering with compensation, legal, and executive offer governance frameworks; provides regular talent metrics and strategic insights to HR leadership to inform executive workforce planning.

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

JOB REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, including at least 5 years leading executive‑level or retained search work and managing VP, SVP, and C‑suite searches in complex, fast-paced environments advising senior stakeholders; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Master's degree and experience working inside a large, matrixed organization overseeing enterprise‑wide executive recruitment, including prior experience partnering directly with a CHRO, CEO, or Compensation Committee on high-stakes leadership placements.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

N/A

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS PREFERRED

SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, PHR, SPHR, or equivalent HR professional certification. AESC (Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants) or similar executive‑search‑specific certification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Executive Market Expertise: Advanced knowledge of executive talent markets, executive compensation alignment, leadership assessment frameworks, and search methodologies.
• Strategic Advisement: Strong consultative and negotiation skills with the ability to influence, guide, and advise C‑suite and executive stakeholders through sensitive talent decisions.
• Communication & Presentation: Exceptional relationship-building skills and executive presence necessary to represent the organization to top‑tier external talent.
• Confidentiality & Discretion: Ability to manage high‑stakes, highly sensitive information with complete professionalism and sound judgment.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple complex, high‑priority executive searches simultaneously while maintaining quality, compliance, and speed.

Compensation Range

Compensation Range: $122,000.00- $177,000.00 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness.

In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• pharmacy
• discretionary annual bonuses
• merit increases
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) savings matches
• paid time off
• career advancement opportunities
• resources to support employee and family well-being

NOTE: This range is based on Boston‑area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital.

BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID‑19 vaccine.

Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally‑recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too.