Senior Executive Recruiter

Microsoft; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 106,400 - 203,600; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a Senior Executive Recruiter to enhance its AI organization. This role involves leading executive search efforts, engaging with candidates, and collaborating with senior stakeholders to define hiring needs. Candidates should have substantial experience in talent acquisition and executive recruiting, particularly in technology. The position offers competitive pay within a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in talent acquisition with a focus on executive search.
• Experience managing senior partnerships.
• Proven program management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle executive search for senior Engineering roles.
• Engage candidates throughout the hiring process.
• Leverage market expertise in AI and engineering.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Stakeholder management

AI/ML expertise

Executive recruitment

Program management

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

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Microsoft is hiring a Senior Executive Recruiter to support our AI organization. If you’re a seasoned talent acquisition professional specializing in executive search, this is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of Microsoft. In this Executive Talent Acquisition role, you’ll lead efforts to attract, assess, and secure top executive talent from across industries and around the globe. With a focus on Engineering and AI leadership, you’ll play a critical role in identifying and engaging senior leaders who will drive innovation, scale, and transformation at Microsoft. You’ll partner directly with senior executives, technical stakeholders, and cross‑functional teams to influence hiring strategies, deliver market insights, and ensure an elevated candidate experience.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. We work with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals.

Responsibilities

• Executive Talent Strategy
  • Lead full‑cycle executive search efforts for senior Engineering leaders—including Partner, VP, and CVP roles—with a focus on AI‑first talent across Engineering groups and related technical domains.
  • Build and manage talent pipelines through strategic sourcing, market mapping, and deep engagement within the global tech ecosystem.
  • Partner with senior technical leaders to define talent needs and deliver targeted recruiting strategies that align with innovation goals.
• Candidate Engagement & Assessment
  • Drive candidate engagement from initial outreach through close, delivering a high‑touch, premium executive experience.
  • Design and lead structured candidate evaluations aligned to Microsoft’s leadership principles and technical needs.
  • Guide hiring teams through feedback, decision‑making, and offer strategy to ensure alignment and velocity.
• AI & Technical Market Expertise
  • Leverage deep market knowledge in AI/ML and engineering to shape search strategies and influence hiring decisions.
  • Stay current on industry trends, talent movements, organizational structures, and compensation benchmarks.
  • Help leaders expand the definition of talent by advocating for nontraditional, and high‑potential candidates.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Influence
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across Engineering and Product.
  • Tailor communication and insights to both technical and non‑technical audiences to build alignment and drive decisions.
  • Operate effectively in a matrixed, global environment to balance competing priorities and secure buy‑in.
• Candidate Experience
  • Champion a world‑class executive candidate experience by anticipating needs, resolving issues, and ensuring every interaction reflects Microsoft’s values and mission.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to deliver consistent and thoughtful touchpoints across the hiring journey.
• Presentation Skills & Reporting
  • Create and deliver compelling executive‑level presentations and briefings, including candidate profiles, market maps, and strategic recommendations.
  • Translate complex recruiting data into clear, actionable insights that support strategic hiring decisions.
  • Prepare persuasive written content for internal stakeholders and leadership updates.
• Operational Excellence & Compliance
  • Ensure processes follow internal recruiting standards and legal requirements while maintaining data integrity and documentation accuracy.
  • Continuously identify process improvements to enhance efficiency, speed, and candidate experience.
• Other
  • Embody our culture and values.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree AND 6+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role OR equivalent experience.
• 4+ years executive recruiting experience in either client‑facing or research/talent identification.
• 2+ years experience managing stakeholder partnerships at a senior and/or executive level.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role OR Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, Liberal Arts, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years talent acquisition experience.
• External executive search or agency experience.
• Proven program management skills with a bias for action and accountability.
• Demonstrated success delivering executive hiring outcomes at scale in dynamic, matrixed organizations, with a track record of game‑changing leadership placements.
• Experience leveraging AI‑driven tools and technologies in executive recruiting workflows, with a willingness to help others adopt and evolve their practices.
• Ability to operate independently in ambiguous, fast‑paced environments with shifting priorities.
• Sense of urgency, sound judgment, and adaptability in the face of change or incomplete information.
• Ability to deliver results while fostering a collaborative environment that supports the growth and success of others.

Salary: Typical base pay range is USD $106,400 – $203,600 per year. (Location‑specific range for the San Francisco Bay area and New York City: USD $137,600 – $222,600 per year.)

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until November 17, 2025.

Microsoft is an equal‑opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.