Executive Recruiter

Executive Recruiter

We are seeking a highly experienced Executive Recruiter with deep expertise in the financial services industry to join our strategic talent acquisition team. This senior-level role is critical to driving leadership hiring for key executive positions that shape the future of our organization. The ideal candidate will combine business acumen
, market intelligence
, and innovative recruiting strategies to deliver exceptional results in a competitive talent landscape.

You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, leveraging your extensive network and advanced sourcing methodologies—including AI-driven tools
—to identify, engage, and secure top-tier executive talent. This is a high-impact, visible role requiring exceptional relationship management, strategic thinking, and flawless execution.

• Own end-to-end recruitment process for senior leadership roles, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and cultural fit.
• Act as subject matter expert on executive talent acquisition best practices; provide insights on succession planning vs external talent.
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of executive compensation structures, including STI, LTI, deferred compensation, and benefits; negotiate complex offers with precision.
• Build and maintain robust network of senior-level talent within financial services; utilize advanced sourcing techniques to engage passive candidates.
• Deliver quarterly market scans and competitor analysis; prepare executive-level presentations for leadership and the Board.
• Create and deliver visually engaging presentations of candidate slates to facilitate collaboration with hiring leaders.
• Integrate cutting-edge recruitment technologies and AI tools to optimize search processes, enhance candidate experience, and improve efficiency.
• Manage relationships with retained search firms and assessment providers for confidential or niche searches.
• Define KPIs for executive hiring effectiveness; provide regular analytics and insights to senior leadership to drive process improvements.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (Business, HR, or related field).
• Experience:
  
  15+ years of executive recruiting experience with a proven track record in financial services; expertise in sourcing and closing senior leadership talent across multiple disciplines.
• Skills:
  
  Exceptional networking and relationship-building capabilities; strong business acumen and executive presence; advanced proficiency in recruitment technologies (Workday, Linked In Recruiter) and AI-driven tools; outstanding communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge:
  Comprehensive understanding of executive compensation and employment law; familiarity with workforce planning and succession strategies.

Voya is committed to pay that’s fair and equitable. The below annual base salary range reflects the expected hiring range(s) for this position in the location(s) listed. In addition to base salary, Voya offers incentive opportunities based on the role to reward annual performance objectives.

$130,970 - $183,680 USD

• Health, dental, vision and life insurance plans
• 401(k) Savings plan – generous company matching contributions (up to 6%)
• Voya Retirement Plan – employer paid cash balance retirement plan (4%)
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Paid time off – 20 days paid time off, nine paid company holidays and a flexible Diversity Celebration Day.
• Paid volunteer time — 40 hours per calendar year.

Voya Financial is an equal-opportunity employer. Voya Financial provides equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by state or local law.

Voya is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please reference resources for applicants with disabilities.