What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Business Development Recruiter position at Richard, Wayne & Roberts?
An Executive Account Development Recruiter finds and places mid-level to high-level talent (executives) for key client accounts, acting as a strategic liaison by understanding complex business needs, sourcing difficult to rare candidates via proprietary and external networks, managing the full recruitment lifecycle (screening, negotiating offers), and developing deep client relationships to drive growth and ensure talent aligns with strategic, financial, and synergistic goals, often focusing on new business opportunities or expanding existing partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
Client & Account Management
- Build strong relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders at client companies
- Develop account plans with stakeholders to identify opportunities for growth, talent mapping, and succession planning
- Understand client business objectives, culture, and specific mid-level to high-level talent needs
Talent Sourcing & Acquisition
- Proactively source, identify, and engage C-suite, VP, and other mid-management to executive-level candidates
- Utilize RWR proprietary records, professional networks, databases, social media (like LinkedIn), and industry tools
- Vet candidates thorough initial screens, personal interviews, and assessments to evaluate strategic fit
Recruitment Strategy & Execution
- Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement tailored recruitment strategies for confidential and senior roles.
- Collaborate with internal teams (HR, sales) to align recruitment efforts with business goals
Business Development
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing accounts or target organizations
- Pitch recruitment services and build a pipeline to support clients in expeditiously filling difficult or rare mid-level to executive roles
Key Skills & Qualifications
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Strong business acumen, market insight, and ability to understand or recruit for complex industry roles
- Proven examples of tenacity and creative thinking to recalibrate searches with high energy and resiliency
- Ability and willingness to be mentored and celebrate success!!
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