Executive Search Team Lead

Company: Social Discovery Ventures

Location: Worldwide (Remote)

Social Discovery Ventures is seeking an experienced and strategic Executive Search Team Lead to build, mentor, and lead a high-performing recruitment team focused on identifying and placing top-tier executive talent across our portfolio companies and network.

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of our executive search function, combining hands-on recruiting expertise with team leadership and strategic business development. You'll work with C-suite executives, boards, and growing companies to understand their most critical hiring needs and deliver exceptional talent solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of executive search professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement
Develop and execute executive search strategies aligned with company objectives and client needs
Build and maintain relationships with senior-level candidates, industry leaders, and key stakeholders
Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for executive-level positions including sourcing, vetting, interviewing, and placement
Identify market trends, competitive intelligence, and talent landscape insights to inform recruitment strategy
Collaborate with portfolio company leadership to understand organizational needs and cultural fit requirements
Track performance metrics, recruitment KPIs, and deliver regular reporting to leadership
Contribute to business development by identifying new executive search opportunities and expanding our client base
Establish best practices, processes, and tools to optimize team efficiency and candidate experience

Required Qualifications

7+ years of executive search, recruitment, or talent acquisition experience
Proven track record of successfully placing C-level and senior management professionals
2+ years of team leadership or management experience
Strong understanding of executive compensation, benefits, and contract negotiation
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Ability to work independently while managing multiple concurrent searches
Comfort with remote work and virtual collaboration tools
Strong organizational and analytical capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

Background in venture capital, private equity, or portfolio company operations
Experience recruiting for technology, SaaS, or growth-stage companies
Familiarity with LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS systems, and recruitment technology platforms
MBA or advanced business degree

This is a fully remote position offering flexibility and the opportunity to work with a dynamic, innovative organization. You'll have direct access to leadership and the chance to shape the future of our talent acquisition function.

💰 Compensation not publicly listed. Market estimate for similar roles: from $80K, varying by experience and location.

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