Strategic Executive Recruiter - Senior Leadership

Figma; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Mental health benefits

Paid time off

Flexible PTO

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Figma is seeking an Executive Recruiter to shape the next generation of senior leadership across the business. You will own full-cycle executive searches end-to-end, partnering with senior leaders to define roles, map talent, and close top-tier candidates.

This role offers autonomy and the opportunity to influence org design and strategy from any US hub or remote in the United States. You will build trusted relationships with CEOs and heads of functions, lead market research, and drive

Qualifications

• 8+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with at least 2+ years focused on executive hiring.
• Experience hiring for both technical and non-technical leadership roles in house.
• A track record of owning searches end-to-end and closing senior leadership hires.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted partnerships with senior stakeholders and influence thinking.
• Strong business acumen with understanding of org design and talent tradeoffs.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle executive searches end-to-end, from intake and role scoping through pipeline generation, assessment, offer negotiation, and close for Director, VP, and above roles across the entire business.
• Serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to senior hiring leaders, helping shape search strategy and candidate profiles.
• Lead in-depth talent mapping and market research across industries and competitors to understand the executive landscape.
• Act as a brand steward, ensuring every touchpoint reflects Figma's values and attention to craft.
• Lead offer strategy and negotiation for senior candidates, balancing candidate experience with business needs.
• Continuously refine search and partnership approaches based on market signals and stakeholder feedback.

Skills

Executive recruiting

Full-cycle recruiting

Leadership hiring

Job description

Figma is seeking an Executive Recruiter to shape the next generation of senior leadership across the business. You will own full-cycle executive searches end-to-end, partnering with senior leaders to define roles, map talent, and close top-tier candidates.

This role offers autonomy and the opportunity to influence org design and strategy from any US hub or remote in the United States. You will build trusted relationships with CEOs and heads of functions, lead market research, and drive