Executive Recruiter - Contractor

The Executive Recruiter is responsible for leading full-cycle executive search efforts for senior-level leadership roles across the organization. This individual partners closely with executive leadership, HR, and key stakeholders to develop and execute strategic recruitment plans that attract and secure top-tier leadership talent.

This role requires strong business acumen, consultative partnership skills, and the ability to manage complex, high-visibility searches in a fast-paced, highly matrixed environment.

**This position will be onsite 3-4 days a week at 475 South Street in Morristown, NJ**

3 Month Contract .. possibly can go longer

Key Accountabilities:

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for senior-level and executive roles (Director through C-suite).
• Facilitate executive search intake meetings and develop calibration profiles.
• Develop customized search strategies to attract top talent.
• Conduct in-depth screening interviews and competency-based assessments.
• Deliver detailed candidate summaries and coordinate the full-cycle interview and selection process with hiring teams.
• Oversee all phases of executive search including sourcing, interview coordination, debriefs, offer negotiation, and onboarding transition.
• Manage expectations and maintain consistent communication throughout the search lifecycle.
• Develop interview tools and evaluation scorecards to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Guide leaders through structured, equitable, and compliant selection processes.
• Partner with compensation to structure competitive executive compensation packages.
• Coordinate all travel logistics for onsite interviews, including flights, hotel accommodations, and ground transportation.
• Manage relationships and negotiate preferred rates with all relevant vendors including hotels, car service, catering, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion throughout sensitive searches.
• Track recruitment metrics and provide reporting to leadership.
• Stay informed on healthcare industry hiring trends, labor market conditions, and talent acquisition best practices.
• Other related tasks as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field.

Relevant Experience:

• 3 years of proven experience recruiting clinical and operational leaders within hospitals, health systems, or physician enterprises.
• Strong understanding of recruitment processes and best practices.
• Experience with sourcing tools and methods.
• In-depth knowledge of the healthcare market and talent landscape.
• Demonstrated experience advising C-suite stakeholders.

Skills:

• Strong client focus and relationship-building abilities.
• Executive presence.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Creative thinking and proactive problem-solving.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and business acumen.