Senior Consultant, Executive Recruitment (Education and Local Government)

MGT; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a Senior Consultant for Executive Recruitment, focusing on the education sector. In this pivotal role, you will lead the search for top-tier educational leaders, ensuring a perfect fit between candidates and client needs. You will utilize your extensive experience in executive search and talent acquisition to navigate the complexities of K-12 and higher education institutions. With a commitment to equity and professional development, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact while working in a flexible, remote environment. Join a team dedicated to transforming educational leadership and fostering positive community outcomes.

Benefits

Flexible paid time off

5% 401K matching program

Equity opportunities

Incentive and bonus programs

Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in executive search or talent acquisition, preferably in education.
• Strong relationship management skills with senior-level stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for executive-level education positions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on leadership needs.

Skills

Executive Search

Talent Acquisition

Leadership Assessment

Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Job description

Senior Consultant, Executive Recruitment (Education and Local Government)

Full-Time
Remotely based in the United States
FLSA Status: Exempt

WHO WE ARE:

MGT is a leading provider of technology and advisory solutions serving state, local and education government agencies (SLED) across the United States. Through client partnerships, MGT’s almost 1,000 employees impact communities for good by managing and securing critical networks, solving complex human capital and fiscal problems, elevating education systems, and advancing equity as a performance imperative.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

MGT is expanding its executive recruitment capabilities into the educational sector within the Human Capital Group. We are seeking a Senior Consultant, Executive Recruitment (Education and Local Government), to serve as a subject matter expert (SME) and lead client-facing responsibilities in the placement of executive-level educational leaders. This role will focus on identifying, attracting, and securing top-tier talent for superintendent and other senior leadership positions within school districts, charter networks, and educational organizations.

In this role, you will:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their unique leadership needs and providing tailored executive recruitment solutions.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts for superintendent and executive-level education positions, from sourcing to placement.
• Utilize expertise in the education sector to assess candidate qualifications, leadership abilities, and organizational fit.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with superintendents, educational executives, and industry stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal recruiting teams and leverage MGT’s existing infrastructure to support executive search processes.
• Conduct market research and stay informed on trends, challenges, and opportunities within the education sector.
• Facilitate executive search strategies, including candidate engagement, interview preparation, and negotiation processes.
• Provide insights and thought leadership on education sector talent acquisition and workforce development.
• Support business development efforts by identifying potential clients and growing MGT’s presence in education executive recruitment.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business, or related field preferred.
• Seven (7) or more years of experience in executive search, talent acquisition, or recruitment, ideally within education or public sector organizations.
• Extensive experience in executive-level leadership roles within the educational sector; experience as a Superintendent or in another cabinet level position (Assistant Superintendent or Chief Human Resources Officer) is strongly preferred.
• Deep understanding of the challenges and leadership requirements in K-12 and higher education institutions.
• Strong relationship management skills with the ability to engage and influence senior-level stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present to and collaborate with diverse audiences.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to travel 10-15% travel to client sites, team meetings, or events.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Our world-class work environment includes flexible and remote work options, a commitment to equity, and nationally respected teams in management consulting and technology services. We also offer opportunities to make a profound social impact through innovative projects, alongside professional development opportunities for career growth.

We offer a competitive compensation package, including:

• Flexible paid time off
• 5% 401K matching program
• Equity opportunities
• Incentive and bonus programs
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Flexible spending accounts

MGT Impact Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, or any other characteristic or class protected by law.