Executive Recruiting Researcher – Contract

Workiva

. Partner with hiring managers and recruiters to build search strategies for open executive roles .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in executive sourcing and recruitment, leveraging modern sourcing platforms and generative AI tools to enhance candidate engagement and streamline hiring processes. Proven ability to analyze talent market trends and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop effective hiring strategies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Executive Sourcing ExperienceGenerative AI Tools ProficiencyCandidate Database ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationVendor Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Executive RecruitmentSourcing TechniquesTalent MappingMarket Compensation AnalysisSearch Metrics TrackingPassive Talent SourcingHigh-Growth Environment ExperienceSpecialized Leadership Talent SourcingComplex Project PrioritizationAgency Partnership Management

Soft Skills

Independent WorkStrategic ThinkingCommunication SkillsRelationship BuildingProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Sourcing PlatformsCandidate DatabasesGenerative AI ToolsInterview Data Tracking SystemsRecruitment Software

Industry Keywords

Leadership TalentHiring StrategiesTalent Market TrendsExecutive-Level SearchesRemote Work Authorization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with hiring managers and recruiters to build search strategies for open executive roles
Research, identify, and engage prospective leadership talent across targeted industries
Test and adopt generative AI tools to sharpen sourcing workflows and outreach
Analyze talent market trends across diverse business functions and regions
Recommend sourcing channels and platforms to attract exceptional candidates
Champion the Workiva brand to external networks and search partners
Track search metrics and interview data to improve hiring workflows
Guide hiring teams on competitive offer packages and market compensation
Direct search partners, agency contacts, and vendor relationships

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
4+ years of hands-on executive sourcing or recruitment experience in a high-growth environment
Experience sourcing executive or specialized leadership talent
Track record of sourcing passive talent across diverse functions, business lines, and technical domains
Proficiency using modern sourcing platforms, candidate databases, and search techniques
Hands-on use of generative AI tools to streamline candidate research and talent mapping
Ability to prioritize complex sourcing projects independently with general guidance
Background partnering with recruiters, cross-functional managers and senior leadership on hiring strategies
Success conducting specialized technical or executive-level candidate searches
Familiarity managing external agency partnerships and vendor contracts
Reliable internet connection for remote work environments
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis
No visa sponsorship provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

A discretionary bonus typically paid annually
Restricted Stock Units granted at time of hire
401(k) match
Comprehensive employee benefits package
Minimal travel required for team meetings and events
Remote work from any location within the country of employment
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities