Head of Executive Talent Acquisition

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

Job summary

Bmc is seeking an Executive Recruitment Director to lead the organization’s executive search function, partnering with the ELT and CHRO to align leadership profiles with strategic goals. The role oversees sourcing, assessment, negotiation, and end-to-end executive hiring processes.

The ideal candidate will bring a track record of executive placements in complex environments, excellent stakeholder management, and a commitment to confidentiality and high-quality candidate experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, including at least 5 years leading executive-level searches.
• Master’s degree and experience in large, matrixed organizations overseeing enterprise-wide executive recruitment (preferred).
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR or equivalent certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Leads the enterprise-wide executive recruitment function by establishing strategies, priorities, execution models, and governance frameworks.
• Partners with CHRO, CEO, and ELT to define leadership profiles and evaluation standards.
• Conducts proactive talent mapping, market scans, and manages relationships with retained search firms.
• Coaches senior hiring leaders on structured interviewing and data-driven decision-making.
• Maintains compliant processes and shares talent metrics with HR leadership.

Skills

Executive market expertise

Strategic advisement

Communication

Confidentiality

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

10+ years experience in Talent Acquisition

Master’s degree

SHRM‑CP/SHRM‑SCP or equivalent

AESC or similar executive-search certification

Job description

Bmc is seeking an Executive Recruitment Director to lead the organization’s executive search function, partnering with the ELT and CHRO to align leadership profiles with strategic goals. The role oversees sourcing, assessment, negotiation, and end-to-end executive hiring processes.

The ideal candidate will bring a track record of executive placements in complex environments, excellent stakeholder management, and a commitment to confidentiality and high-quality candidate experiences.